Martyn Forrest was an English football player.
He was a former Bury F.C captain and midfielder.
The ex-midfielder Martyn was diagnosed with a brain tumour after collapsing on the pitch at Radcliffe Borough, where he played between 2004 and 2012.
He played for Bury FC between 1996 and 2003 before moving on to Leigh RMI and Droylsden.
Forrest underwent several treatments since the incident took place in 2008.
Martyn Forrest BURY Cause Of Death
Martyn Forrest died on June 24, 2022, at the age of 43 after battling a brain tumour.
Martyn’s death was confirmed by his wife Lisa Forrest on Friday, June 24 in a Facebook post.
Lisa wrote: ‘It is with the heaviest of hearts that I write this message to let you know Martyn has passed away. He was an amazing husband and a fantastic dad. We will miss you so so much’.
‘Not many people are aware that when Martyn collapsed on the pitch at Radcliffe Borough back in 2008 he was diagnosed with a brain tumour.
‘After undergoing brain surgery 3 times, radiotherapy and chemotherapy we were given the unfortunate news in March 2022 that the treatment was no longer working.
‘After a few months of suffering he is now at his resting place where he can look down on his two boys and see them grow up into amazing men.
‘I cannot say how much his fun loving personality is going to be missed by so many people. Rest in peace my wonderful husband.’
Martyn Forrest’s obituary and memorial service are yet to be announced by the family.
Martyn Forrest Children and Family.
Martyn Forrest was married to Lisa Forrest. They had two boys.
However, his children’s details are unavailable on the web.