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    #1 Birkdale Red, Apr 4, 2019
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    ...... when I posted under my old username - a bit emotional.
    A colleague of mine died after getting a wrong dose of drugs after being declared in remission from Cancer. To say it was a shock to us all was an understatement. Paul was a keen footballer (good) and a massive Villa fan. His wake was at villa park and the funeral was one of the most heartbreaking yet heartwarming events I have attended. The grief of his kids hit me hard, as mine were young at the time. Like his Dad, Ben his eldest, was a promising footballer too and took it extremely hard.

    I followed Ben's early career promise. Last night he played the first half for Accrington v Sunderland - subbed at half time. Paul will be very proud Ben went on to make a career in the game.

    I wanted to share that.

    http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/west_midlands/6927923.stm
     
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    #2 Bossman, Apr 4, 2019
    What a brilliant outcome from such heartbreak, well done Ben
     
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    #3 Redhelen, Apr 4, 2019
    Well done to Ben for following in his father's footsteps.
     
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    #4 Marlon, Apr 4, 2019
    Well done Ben , a heartwarming story from tragedy , thanks for sharing .
     
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    #5 Cowboy, Apr 4, 2019
    Well done Ben, your Dad will be proud of you!
     
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    #6 Jack Tatty, Apr 4, 2019
    Touching.
     
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    #7 Barnsley Loyal, Apr 4, 2019
    Great story and wish the lad well
     
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