It is with great sadness that we have to announce the death of John Wilkinson.
John joined the club in 1993 and was a regular player in both internal and external competitions.
He was the NW Federation League Manager from 2000 to 2006.
He won the Reed Cup and the Wild Handicap Ladder in 2002, and in 2008 won the Silver Challenge Box.
He was also captain of the Firs for several years and led the team to victory in the Secretary’s Shield in 2002.
He will be sadly missed.
John’s funeral service will be held on Wednesday 17th June 1-00 pm at Agecroft Cemetry and Crematorium Langley Road, Pendlebury, Salford, M27 8SS.
The venue has been chosen so that the service can be relayed live over the internet.
If anyone is interested in ‘attending’ please contact Lorna for John’s son’s details.