Football legend Bobby Charlton died from a battle with dementia at the age of 86.
A statement from Charlton’s family confirmed that he had died that morning of October 21, 2023.
His death leaves Geoff Hurst as the last surviving English player of the 1966 World Cup final.
The late Sir Robert Charlton CBE was an English professional footballer who played as an attacking midfielder, central midfielder, and left winger.
Widely considered one of the greatest players of all time, he was a member of the England team that won the 1966 FIFA World Cup, the year he also won the Ballon d’Or.
Bobby Charlton was born in Ashington, Northumberland, England, on October 11, 1937, to coal miner Robert “Bob” Charlton and Elizabeth Ellen “Cissie” Charlton Milburn.
His elder brother, Jack, initially worked as a miner before applying to the police, only to also become a professional footballer with Leeds United.
Bobby Charlton is survived by his wife Lady Norma, their two daughters Suzanne and Andrea, and grandchildren.
Bobby Charlton’s funeral, burial service, date, time, venue
UPDATE: Over 80,000 fans of the Manchester United icon have already signed the books of condolence online or in person at Old Trafford as the club announces his funeral and burial arrangements.
Sir Bobby Charlton’s funeral service will be held on Monday (November 13, 2023) at Manchester Cathedral, a statement released by the club said.
A procession to the cathedral will pass by Old Trafford as part of the plans.
After the procession, Charlton’s family will hold a private funeral ceremony before his burial.
The club’s statement further said the service would provide a “moment of reflection” and allow fans “to say a final farewell to a true Manchester United legend”.
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