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Laura Ferguson

Young Rangers fan selected as mascot after tragic death of dad to cancer

A young boy who lost his father to cancer has had his spirits lifted after being selected as a mascot for his beloved Rangers FC.

Alex Ritchie's dad Pete passed away last month at the age of 39 after being diagnosed with bile duct cancer and given three to six months to live. He passed away two weeks ago, leaving his family and friends heartbroken.

Sheryl, who shared son Alex with Pete, spoke to Glasgow Live about Pete's tragic death and the arrangements made to make Alex the mascot, delighting the youngster after the sad news.

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