Football players, officials and supporters over a wide area heard with profound sadness of the death of Costcutter League club Crannog stalwart Gareth ‘Gazza’ Evans.
The 44-year-old died on Wednesday after a long illness borne with great fortitude.
During his playing days he was a talented central midfielder for Llangrannog-based Crannog before taking up the whistle and becoming a highly-regarded match official.
Costcutter League chairman John Jones said: “We extend our deepest condolences to Gareth’s wife Emma and children Ella and Luke.
“The league and football in general will be much poorer without the likes of Gareth, a true gentleman, respected by everyone.”
As a mark of respect clubs observed a minute’s silence before games at the weekend.
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