Tributes have been paid to a schoolboy who died suddenly aged 6.
Jack Stewart, from Dundee, passed away on Sunday, May 7. The talented youngster had played for Dundee West FC since he was three and has been remembered by the club as a popular 'wee westie'.
The devastated club announced Jack's tragic passing on Facebook. Hundreds of messages of support and love for the young player have since flooded in.
Jack's teammates have honoured the Sidlaw View Primary pupil by retiring his number 19 in the 2016s age group so that it will always remain his.
In a statement the club wrote: "All at Dundee West are devastated to learn of the sudden passing of Jack Stewart.
"Jack aged 6, joined the club as a Wee Westies player at age of 3.
"Jack continued his football with the West through the Wee Westies and into Fun 4s with the 2016s age group where Jack proudly wore the number 19 shirt.
"As a mark of respect this number 19 will be retired as a squad number by the 2016s and will remain as Jack's number.
"Jack, a pupil at Sidlaw View PS, was a popular member of the 2016s squad and Dundee West was a massive part of Jack's life.
"Jack's Dad, Ian also supported his son and the 2016s team by volunteering to help Jack and his teammates as well as supporting fellow coaches with coaching and general help of the team.
"All our thoughts are with Ian, Jillian and Jack's younger sister Rebecca as well as the wider family.
"The Stewart family as well as the wider family are committed and invested to the West and local community, being involved in different teams and age groups across the club.
"At this time the Dundee West 2016s and club will do all we can to support the family at this unbelievably sad time.
"Longer term we will look to pay tribute to Jack in fitting ways which will keep Jack as part of the Dundee West Family."
This weekend, a minute silence will be held across all of the club's games as a mark of respect to Jack.
The circumstances around Jack's death are not yet known.
Others were quick to pay tribute to the primary school pupil.
Dryburgh Athletic said: "Sincere condolences and thoughts to Jack’s family and all at Dundee West from all at Dryburgh Athletic Community Club."
Jeanfield's Swift Community Football club added: "Thoughts with all family, friends, teammates and everyone at Dundee West from all of us at Jeanfield Swifts."
Danielle Maclean wrote: "So heartbreaking, Jack was a lovely boy. Sending love to his family and friends."
Another person said: "Such a wonderful tribute for a super wee lad. Jack is sorely missed by each and everyone of his Sidlaw View family.
"His cheeky wee smile will never be forgotten. Fly high Jack. Sending thoughts and prayers to Jack’s family, friends and team."
Newtyle United Football Club said: "Absolutely heartbreaking news, thoughts to all Jack's family, friends and teammates from all at Newtyle United Football Club."
A fundraiser has now been set-up to help raise funds for Jack's family at this difficult time.
To donate click here.
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