Tributes have been paid to a dad and former footballer who died after being diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease.
George Melling, former club captain at Longridge Town, died as a result of a degenerative condition that affects the brain and nerves. He was remembered as a “leader and a winner” as well as a beloved husband to wife Nicci, father to Jacob and Isabelle, and step-father to Kaiser.
Recalling the moment when he noticed that something was not right, he said: “I woke up – I think it was February 2020 – and my left arm wasn’t right.
“I Googled it and instantly it came up saying ‘MND’.
“I’d played with Mark Maddox at Altrincham and he had it, so I kind of saw similarities.
Posting on social media, the club said: “Kendal Town FC are saddened to hear of the passing of former player and fans favorite George Melling.
“Our thoughts and prayers are with George’s family at this very difficult time.