Sven-Goran ErikssonFebruary 1948August 2024Sven-Göran Eriksson (Swedish pronunciation: [svɛnˈjœ̂ːran ˈêːrɪkˌsɔn] ⓘ; 5 February 1948 – 26 August 2024) was a Swedish football player and manager. After a playing career as a right-back, Eriksson went on to experience major success in club management between 1977 and 2001, winning 18 trophies with a variety of league clubs in Sweden, Portugal, and Italy. In European competition, he won both the UEFA Cup and the European Cup Winners' Cup (the last edition of the latter trophy before its abolition) and reached the final of the European Cup. Eriksson made his debut for Swedish football Division 4 team Torsby at the age of 16.[7] He switched clubs to Sifhälla after moving to Säffle to study economics.[8] In 1972, he joined Swedish football Division 2 team Karlskoga, where he also worked as a physical education teacher in Örebro.[9] Eriksson was heavily influenced by Karlskoga's player-manager, Tord Grip, who favoured the English style of play that Bob Houghton and Roy Hodgson had brought to the country.[9] Eriksson retired from playing in 1975 at the age of 27, after giving up on his dream of playing professional football; he summed up his brief playing career by saying: "I was looked upon as a distinctly average defender, but someone who rarely made mistakes".[10] In Loving Memory Of: Sven-Goran Eriksson February 1948 - August 2024 76 Years Old Swedish football player and manager Your memorial? Click here to edit... Share this Memorial with Friends & Family: Share Memorial on FB Biography: Sven-Göran Eriksson (Swedish pronunciation: [svɛnˈjœ̂ːran ˈêːrɪkˌsɔn] ⓘ; 5 February 1948 – 26 August 2024) was a Swedish football player and manager. After a playing career as a right-back, Eriksson went on to experience major success in club management between 1977 and 2001, winning 18 trophies with a variety of league clubs in Sweden, Portugal, and Italy. In European competition, he won both the UEFA Cup and the European Cup Winners' Cup (the last edition of the latter trophy before its abolition) and reached the final of the European Cup. Eriksson made his debut for Swedish football Division 4 team Torsby at the age of 16.[7] He switched clubs to Sifhälla after moving to Säffle to study economics.[8] In 1972, he joined Swedish football Division 2 team Karlskoga, where he also worked as a physical education teacher in Örebro.[9] Eriksson was heavily influenced by Karlskoga's player-manager, Tord Grip, who favoured the English style of play that Bob Houghton and Roy Hodgson had brought to the country.[9] Eriksson retired from playing in 1975 at the age of 27, after giving up on his dream of playing professional football; he summed up his brief playing career by saying: "I was looked upon as a distinctly average defender, but someone who rarely made mistakes".[10] Gallery: Listen To Their Voice: Sven-Goran Eriksson 00:00 / 00:27 Location Of Memorial: Not publicly known Memorial Created By: Anonymous

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David Bowie8 January 194710 January 2016David Robert Jones, better known as David Bowie, was a British musician, actor, and cultural icon whose innovative and chameleon-like artistic career spanned over five decades. Born on January 8, 1947, in Brixton, London, Bowie's impact on music, fashion, and popular culture is immeasurable. Bowie's early career in the 1960s was marked by a series of musical transformations, characterized by his distinctive voice and avant-garde approach. He achieved his first major success with the 1969 single "Space Oddity," which coincided with the Apollo 11 moon landing and established him as an artist with a unique vision. Throughout the 1970s, David Bowie continued to push boundaries and challenge conventions with a series of groundbreaking albums. His alter ego, Ziggy Stardust, became an iconic figure in the glam rock movement, and the album "The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars" (1972) is considered one of his greatest works. Bowie's ability to reinvent himself and explore various musical genres, from soul to funk to electronic, showcased his versatility as an artist. One of his most iconic albums, "Heroes" (1977), is celebrated not only for its music but also for its role in the history of the Berlin Wall. The title track, "Heroes," became an anthem of hope and defiance during the Cold War era. In addition to his music, Bowie's acting career was notable. He appeared in various films and theater productions, earning critical acclaim for his role in "The Man Who Fell to Earth" (1976) and his stage performance in "The Elephant Man" (1980). David Bowie's influence extended far beyond the realms of music and film. He was a trailblazer in the realm of fashion, challenging conventional notions of gender and style. His personas, from Ziggy Stardust to the Thin White Duke, left an indelible mark on the fashion world. Bowie's career continued to evolve in the 1980s and 1990s, producing hit albums like "Let's Dance" (1983) and "Black Tie White Noise" (1993). His ability to adapt to changing musical landscapes and remain relevant was a testament to his enduring creativity. David Bowie's passing on January 10, 2016, came as a shock to the world. His final album, "Blackstar," released just two days before his death, was hailed as a poignant and innovative work. Bowie's legacy lives on through his groundbreaking music, his impact on the arts, and his role as an inspiration to countless artists and musicians who continue to be influenced by his pioneering spirit and fearless creativity. He is celebrated as a true legend and a cultural icon. In Loving Memory Of: David Bowie 8 January 1947 - 10 January 2016 69 Years Old "Loved By all, Remembered By Many, Cherished Forever" Your memorial? Click here to edit... Share this Memorial with Friends & Family: Share Memorial on FB Biography: David Robert Jones, better known as David Bowie, was a British musician, actor, and cultural icon whose innovative and chameleon-like artistic career spanned over five decades. Born on January 8, 1947, in Brixton, London, Bowie's impact on music, fashion, and popular culture is immeasurable. Bowie's early career in the 1960s was marked by a series of musical transformations, characterized by his distinctive voice and avant-garde approach. He achieved his first major success with the 1969 single "Space Oddity," which coincided with the Apollo 11 moon landing and established him as an artist with a unique vision. Throughout the 1970s, David Bowie continued to push boundaries and challenge conventions with a series of groundbreaking albums. His alter ego, Ziggy Stardust, became an iconic figure in the glam rock movement, and the album "The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars" (1972) is considered one of his greatest works. Bowie's ability to reinvent himself and explore various musical genres, from soul to funk to electronic, showcased his versatility as an artist. One of his most iconic albums, "Heroes" (1977), is celebrated not only for its music but also for its role in the history of the Berlin Wall. The title track, "Heroes," became an anthem of hope and defiance during the Cold War era. In addition to his music, Bowie's acting career was notable. He appeared in various films and theater productions, earning critical acclaim for his role in "The Man Who Fell to Earth" (1976) and his stage performance in "The Elephant Man" (1980). David Bowie's influence extended far beyond the realms of music and film. He was a trailblazer in the realm of fashion, challenging conventional notions of gender and style. His personas, from Ziggy Stardust to the Thin White Duke, left an indelible mark on the fashion world. Bowie's career continued to evolve in the 1980s and 1990s, producing hit albums like "Let's Dance" (1983) and "Black Tie White Noise" (1993). His ability to adapt to changing musical landscapes and remain relevant was a testament to his enduring creativity. David Bowie's passing on January 10, 2016, came as a shock to the world. His final album, "Blackstar," released just two days before his death, was hailed as a poignant and innovative work. Bowie's legacy lives on through his groundbreaking music, his impact on the arts, and his role as an inspiration to countless artists and musicians who continue to be influenced by his pioneering spirit and fearless creativity. He is celebrated as a true legend and a cultural icon. 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Geoff CapesAugust 1949October 2024Geoffrey Lewis Capes (23 August 1949 – 23 October 2024) was a British shot putter, strongman, and Highland Games competitor. He was famous in the UK in the 1980s for his sporting prowess and appearances on television in shows such as Superstars and the World's Strongest Man. Capes represented England and Great Britain in field athletics, specialising in the shot put, an event in which he was twice Commonwealth champion, twice European indoor champion, and competed at three Olympic Games. As of October 2024, he still holds the British record for the shot put from 1980 when he putted it 21.68 metres (71 ft 2 in).[1] As a strongman, he won World's Strongest Man twice,[2][3] and World Muscle Power Classic twice,[3] along with numerous other titles including Europe's Strongest Man and Britain's Strongest Man.[3] In Loving Memory Of: Geoff Capes August 1949 - October 2024 75 Years Old British strongman Your memorial? Click here to edit... Share this Memorial with Friends & Family: Share Memorial on FB Biography: Geoffrey Lewis Capes (23 August 1949 – 23 October 2024) was a British shot putter, strongman, and Highland Games competitor. He was famous in the UK in the 1980s for his sporting prowess and appearances on television in shows such as Superstars and the World's Strongest Man. Capes represented England and Great Britain in field athletics, specialising in the shot put, an event in which he was twice Commonwealth champion, twice European indoor champion, and competed at three Olympic Games. As of October 2024, he still holds the British record for the shot put from 1980 when he putted it 21.68 metres (71 ft 2 in).[1] As a strongman, he won World's Strongest Man twice,[2][3] and World Muscle Power Classic twice,[3] along with numerous other titles including Europe's Strongest Man and Britain's Strongest Man.[3] Gallery: Listen To Their Voice: Geoff Capes 00:00 / 00:27 Location Of Memorial: Not publicly known Memorial Created By: Anonymous

Howard Smith12 March 19604 January 2014Howard touched the heart of anyone he met. Some people can't help making a difference in our lives. By simply being who they are, they make the world a little brighter, warmer and gentler. When they're gone we realise how lucky we are to have known them. His friends said " we want you to know how much you are loved by all your dear friends. You are so special and we hold you in high esteem. You have always had a lovely smile and a hug for each of us." Howard the brave heart. In Loving Memory Of: Howard Smith 12 March 1960 - 4 January 2014 53 Be impeccable with your word Don't take anything personally Don't make assumptions Always do your best Your memorial? Click here to edit... Share this Memorial with Friends & Family: Share Memorial on FB Biography: Howard touched the heart of anyone he met. Some people can't help making a difference in our lives. By simply being who they are, they make the world a little brighter, warmer and gentler. When they're gone we realise how lucky we are to have known them. His friends said " we want you to know how much you are loved by all your dear friends. You are so special and we hold you in high esteem. You have always had a lovely smile and a hug for each of us." Howard the brave heart. Gallery: Listen To Their Voice: Howard Smith 00:00 / 00:27 Location Of Memorial: Runcorn Cemetery, Greenway Road. Memorial Created By: Helen

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Hulk HoganAugust 1953July 2025Terry Gene Bollea[8][9] (/bəˈleɪə/; 11 August 1953 – 24 July 2025), better known by his ring name Hulk Hogan, was an American professional wrestler. He is best known for his work with WWE and World Championship Wrestling. Known for his flamboyance and massive physique, and his trademark blond horseshoe moustache and bandanas, Hogan was widely regarded as the most recognized wrestling star worldwide, the most popular wrestler of the 1980s and one of the greatest professional wrestlers of all time.[10][11] Hogan began his professional wrestling career in 1977, but gained worldwide recognition after signing with the World Wrestling Federation (WWF, now WWE) in December 1983. There, his persona as a heroic all-American helped usher in the 1980s professional wrestling boom, where he headlined eight of the first nine editions (1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9) of the WWF's flagship annual event WrestleMania. Hogan also was a regular headliner of Saturday Night's Main Event and its spin-off The Main Event. During his initial run, he was a five-time WWF Champion, with his 1,474-day reign being the longest of the WrestleMania era ever. He was the first wrestler to win consecutive Royal Rumble matches, winning in 1990 and 1991. His match with André the Giant on WWF The Main Event on February 5, 1988, still holds American television viewership records for wrestling with a 15.2 Nielsen rating and 33 million viewers.[12] In 1993, Hogan departed the WWF to pursue a career in film and television. He was lured back to the ring when he signed with rival promotion World Championship Wrestling (WCW) in 1994. He won the WCW World Heavyweight Championship six times, and holds the record for the longest reign. In 1996, he underwent a career renaissance upon adopting the villainous persona of "Hollywood" Hulk Hogan, leading the popular New World Order (nWo) stable.[13] As a result, he became a major figure during the "Monday Night War", another boom of mainstream professional wrestling. He headlined WCW's annual flagship event Starrcade three times (in 1994, 1996, and 1997), in which the 1997 edition was the most profitable WCW pay-per-view in the company's history.[14] Hogan returned to the WWF in 2002 following its acquisition of WCW the prior year, winning the Undisputed WWF Championship for his record equaling (for the time) sixth reign before departing in 2003. He was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2005, and inducted a second time in 2020 as a member of the nWo.[15] Hogan also performed for the American Wrestling Association (AWA), where he headlined the inaugural AWA closed circuit supercard, Super Sunday in 1983, New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW) – where he was the inaugural winner of the original IWGP Heavyweight Championship – and Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA).[16][17][18] During and after wrestling, Hogan had an extensive acting career, beginning with his 1982 role in Rocky III. He starred in several films (including No Holds Barred, Suburban Commando, and Mr. Nanny) and three television shows (Hogan Knows Best, Thunder in Paradise, and China, IL), as well as in Right Guard commercials and the video game, Hulk Hogan's Main Event. He was the frontman for The Wrestling Boot Band, whose sole record, Hulk Rules, reached No. 12 on the Billboard Top Kid Audio chart in 1995. In Loving Memory Of: Hulk Hogan August 1953 - July 2025 71 Years Old Wrestling legend Your memorial? Click here to edit... Share this Memorial with Friends & Family: Share Memorial on FB Biography: Terry Gene Bollea[8][9] (/bəˈleɪə/; 11 August 1953 – 24 July 2025), better known by his ring name Hulk Hogan, was an American professional wrestler. He is best known for his work with WWE and World Championship Wrestling. Known for his flamboyance and massive physique, and his trademark blond horseshoe moustache and bandanas, Hogan was widely regarded as the most recognized wrestling star worldwide, the most popular wrestler of the 1980s and one of the greatest professional wrestlers of all time.[10][11] Hogan began his professional wrestling career in 1977, but gained worldwide recognition after signing with the World Wrestling Federation (WWF, now WWE) in December 1983. There, his persona as a heroic all-American helped usher in the 1980s professional wrestling boom, where he headlined eight of the first nine editions (1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9) of the WWF's flagship annual event WrestleMania. Hogan also was a regular headliner of Saturday Night's Main Event and its spin-off The Main Event. During his initial run, he was a five-time WWF Champion, with his 1,474-day reign being the longest of the WrestleMania era ever. He was the first wrestler to win consecutive Royal Rumble matches, winning in 1990 and 1991. His match with André the Giant on WWF The Main Event on February 5, 1988, still holds American television viewership records for wrestling with a 15.2 Nielsen rating and 33 million viewers.[12] In 1993, Hogan departed the WWF to pursue a career in film and television. He was lured back to the ring when he signed with rival promotion World Championship Wrestling (WCW) in 1994. He won the WCW World Heavyweight Championship six times, and holds the record for the longest reign. In 1996, he underwent a career renaissance upon adopting the villainous persona of "Hollywood" Hulk Hogan, leading the popular New World Order (nWo) stable.[13] As a result, he became a major figure during the "Monday Night War", another boom of mainstream professional wrestling. He headlined WCW's annual flagship event Starrcade three times (in 1994, 1996, and 1997), in which the 1997 edition was the most profitable WCW pay-per-view in the company's history.[14] Hogan returned to the WWF in 2002 following its acquisition of WCW the prior year, winning the Undisputed WWF Championship for his record equaling (for the time) sixth reign before departing in 2003. He was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2005, and inducted a second time in 2020 as a member of the nWo.[15] Hogan also performed for the American Wrestling Association (AWA), where he headlined the inaugural AWA closed circuit supercard, Super Sunday in 1983, New Japan Pro-Wrestling (NJPW) – where he was the inaugural winner of the original IWGP Heavyweight Championship – and Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA).[16][17][18] During and after wrestling, Hogan had an extensive acting career, beginning with his 1982 role in Rocky III. He starred in several films (including No Holds Barred, Suburban Commando, and Mr. Nanny) and three television shows (Hogan Knows Best, Thunder in Paradise, and China, IL), as well as in Right Guard commercials and the video game, Hulk Hogan's Main Event. He was the frontman for The Wrestling Boot Band, whose sole record, Hulk Rules, reached No. 12 on the Billboard Top Kid Audio chart in 1995. 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John VirgoMarch 1946February 2026John Trevor Virgo (4 March 1946 – c. 4 February 2026) was an English snooker commentator and professional snooker player. After turning professional in 1976, Virgo won four professional titles, including the 1979 UK Championship, the 1980 Bombay International and the 1984 Professional Snooker League. A member of the sport's elite Top 16 for seven seasons, Virgo was also a British Open and World Championship semi-finalist and runner-up at the 1980 Champion of Champions and the 1984 Australian Masters. Virgo retired from professional snooker in 1994. Virgo had a successful career working for the BBC, as a co-presenter of Big Break from 1991 to 2002, and as a snooker commentator for the channel. In 2023, he was inducted into the World Snooker Tour Hall of Fame. Snooker career Amateur Virgo practised at Potters Club in Salford and earned a reputation by winning several big money matches.[2] As an amateur snooker player, he won the National Under-16 Championship in 1962[3] and the National Under-19 Championship in 1965.[4] In total, he represented England in the amateur championships fifteen times.[2] His first notable appearance in a major tournament was the 1973 American pool tournament for The Indoor League, where he lost in the semi-final.[5] Virgo reached the final of the Pontin's Open in 1975 but lost 1–7 to world champion Ray Reardon, despite receiving a 25-point head start per frame.[2] He won the 1976 Coral Pairs Championship with fellow Salford player Paul Medati.[2] Professional Virgo turned professional in 1976 at the age of 30, one of the youngest players on the circuit at the time.[6] He compiled his first maximum break in the same year against Roy Andrewartha.[2] He reached the semi-finals of the 1977 UK Championship but lost to eventual winner Patsy Fagan by 8–9.[7] In 1979, Virgo moved south and joined Henry West's group of snooker players that he managed.[2] His snooker-playing fortunes peaked in 1979 when he reached the semi-final of the World Championship, losing 12–19 to the eventual runner-up Dennis Taylor. In the 28th frame, Virgo was close to making a maximum break but missed the twelfth black.[2] He won the 1979 UK Championship, which was not a ranking event at the time. En-route to the final, he beat Tony Meo, Steve Davis and Dennis Taylor. He overcame the reigning world champion Terry Griffiths in the final by 14–13, despite being controversially docked two frames because of a miscommunication regarding the start time of the next session of play, and arrived 20 minutes late for the match.[2][8] His win was not broadcast as the television cameramen were on strike at the time. In October 1980, Virgo was runner-up in the Group A bracket of the Champion of Champions tournament at the New London Theatre, losing to Doug Mountjoy.[2] Virgo reached his highest ranking, world number 10, during the 1979–80 season. Virgo would not reach the semi-final of a major professional event until the 1982 Jameson International. He was runner-up at the 1984 Winfield Masters in Australia and won the inaugural Professional Snooker League, which carried no prize money.[2] In 1986, Virgo reached the semi-finals of the British Open, losing 4–9 to Willie Thorne. In 1987, he beat Steve Davis at the same event, which marked the first time Davis had failed to reach the televised stages of a professional tournament.[2] He ended the 1989–90 season as world number 14, but dropped out of the elite top 16 the following season. In 1993, Virgo entered the qualifying stages of the Grand Prix and the UK Championship but failed to qualify for the main events, losing both times in round seven. Virgo retired from professional play in 1994.[6] Virgo was appointed Chairman of the World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association (WPBSA).[2] In 2023, Virgo became the 35th person to be inducted into the World Snooker Tour Hall of Fame.[9] In Loving Memory Of: John Virgo March 1946 - February 2026 79 Years Old Snooker player and commentator Your memorial? Click here to edit... Share this Memorial with Friends & Family: Share Memorial on FB Biography: John Trevor Virgo (4 March 1946 – c. 4 February 2026) was an English snooker commentator and professional snooker player. After turning professional in 1976, Virgo won four professional titles, including the 1979 UK Championship, the 1980 Bombay International and the 1984 Professional Snooker League. A member of the sport's elite Top 16 for seven seasons, Virgo was also a British Open and World Championship semi-finalist and runner-up at the 1980 Champion of Champions and the 1984 Australian Masters. Virgo retired from professional snooker in 1994. Virgo had a successful career working for the BBC, as a co-presenter of Big Break from 1991 to 2002, and as a snooker commentator for the channel. In 2023, he was inducted into the World Snooker Tour Hall of Fame. Snooker career Amateur Virgo practised at Potters Club in Salford and earned a reputation by winning several big money matches.[2] As an amateur snooker player, he won the National Under-16 Championship in 1962[3] and the National Under-19 Championship in 1965.[4] In total, he represented England in the amateur championships fifteen times.[2] His first notable appearance in a major tournament was the 1973 American pool tournament for The Indoor League, where he lost in the semi-final.[5] Virgo reached the final of the Pontin's Open in 1975 but lost 1–7 to world champion Ray Reardon, despite receiving a 25-point head start per frame.[2] He won the 1976 Coral Pairs Championship with fellow Salford player Paul Medati.[2] Professional Virgo turned professional in 1976 at the age of 30, one of the youngest players on the circuit at the time.[6] He compiled his first maximum break in the same year against Roy Andrewartha.[2] He reached the semi-finals of the 1977 UK Championship but lost to eventual winner Patsy Fagan by 8–9.[7] In 1979, Virgo moved south and joined Henry West's group of snooker players that he managed.[2] His snooker-playing fortunes peaked in 1979 when he reached the semi-final of the World Championship, losing 12–19 to the eventual runner-up Dennis Taylor. In the 28th frame, Virgo was close to making a maximum break but missed the twelfth black.[2] He won the 1979 UK Championship, which was not a ranking event at the time. En-route to the final, he beat Tony Meo, Steve Davis and Dennis Taylor. He overcame the reigning world champion Terry Griffiths in the final by 14–13, despite being controversially docked two frames because of a miscommunication regarding the start time of the next session of play, and arrived 20 minutes late for the match.[2][8] His win was not broadcast as the television cameramen were on strike at the time. In October 1980, Virgo was runner-up in the Group A bracket of the Champion of Champions tournament at the New London Theatre, losing to Doug Mountjoy.[2] Virgo reached his highest ranking, world number 10, during the 1979–80 season. Virgo would not reach the semi-final of a major professional event until the 1982 Jameson International. He was runner-up at the 1984 Winfield Masters in Australia and won the inaugural Professional Snooker League, which carried no prize money.[2] In 1986, Virgo reached the semi-finals of the British Open, losing 4–9 to Willie Thorne. In 1987, he beat Steve Davis at the same event, which marked the first time Davis had failed to reach the televised stages of a professional tournament.[2] He ended the 1989–90 season as world number 14, but dropped out of the elite top 16 the following season. In 1993, Virgo entered the qualifying stages of the Grand Prix and the UK Championship but failed to qualify for the main events, losing both times in round seven. Virgo retired from professional play in 1994.[6] Virgo was appointed Chairman of the World Professional Billiards and Snooker Association (WPBSA).[2] In 2023, Virgo became the 35th person to be inducted into the World Snooker Tour Hall of Fame.[9] Gallery: Listen To Their Voice: John Virgo 00:00 / 00:27 Location Of Memorial: Not publicly known Memorial Created By: Anonymous