Heartfelt tributes have been paid to a former Bury FC captain and dad who tragically died after suffering a long battle with a brain tumour. Martyn Forrest, who is a former Shakers player and captain, had been living with a brain tumour since his diagnosis back in 2008.
He had collapsed on the pitch at Radcliffe Borough around 14 years ago, and sadly lost his battle with the disease after treatments stopped working, his wife Lisa announced. She paid tribute to him on social media, saying he was an 'amazing husband and fantastic dad' who will be 'missed by so many people'.
Bury FC also confirmed the news on their social channels, paying tribute to Martyn after he sadly lost his battle. They said: "ONCE A SHAKER ALWAYS A SHAKER. We are saddened to hear the news of former captain Martyn Forrest’s passing."
