Leigh Centurions are extremely saddened to learn of the passing of lifelong supporter Glyn Elmer after a long illness.

His son Tony Elmer said: "Glyn has been a life-long fan of Leigh Rugby Club ever since childhood and he managed to see every home game last season as he was a season-ticket holder and he even managed a few away games.

"Glyn has been battling lung cancer for two-and-a-half years and finally lost his battle on New Year's Eve 2014. His aim was to try to make it to the
friendly game against Wigan in January but sadly he couldn't hold on. Glyn was visited at home by Tom Spencer who brought along the trophies.

"Glyn truly believes that 2015 will be Leigh's season and they will gain promotion to Super League. Fingers crossed and a season like 2014 and I'm
sure they will. Although Glyn can't be at the game I'm sure he will be looking down watching the game with his father Walter who used to be a physio at Leigh many years ago."

Leigh Centurions Head of Rugby Derek Beaumont said: "I was very sad to learn that Glyn didn't hold out to the Wigan game. After meeting his sister Ann at school following an assembly with me and Tom I arranged we would visit him with the trophies and Tom one of his favourite players. He was delighted and surprised to see us and I was looking forward to inviting him to the game as my guest.

"Unfortunately that couldn't be and Glyn joins our growing support with the angels where I am sure he will be cheering us on. Our condolences are with
the family at this difficult time. Glyn will be sadly missed by everyone at the club."

Knew Glyn and his family well growing up in WestLeigh and was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of such a nice man.

Deepest condolences wife Carol, son Tony and Daughter Tracy and all the family.

Rest In Peace

Andy Mazey.

Very sad to hear of Glyn passing away. A Leyther thro' and thro'. I grew up with him and became friends at school (St. Mary's) He was a neighbour over the last year .A nicer person you could not wish to meet. I will be thinking of Glyn each time I am on the North Stand, he will be sadly missed by all his family and friends.
My sincere condolences and prayers are with Carol and his family at this time.

R.I.P. Glyn Dennis.

Made me really sad - a regular on the coaches
Thinking of his wife and family
Love Lynda from Lisa

A lovely man with a lovely family.

Condolences to all the family and RIP Glyn.

Didn't know Glyn but he sounds like he was a really nice bloke and a true Leyther, RIP.

Likewise.

It's always very sad to hear of the passing of a stalwart fan. Deepest condolences to all the family and friends.

R.I.P. Glyn.

Alan

Agreed Alan.

Deepest sympathy to Glyn's family.

I am absolutely gutted at hearing this. I worked with Glyn and was Glyns Boss for quite a few years at Leigh Delivery Office. I wasn't aware he was unwell and i remember us both having a good few Beers travelling together by train watching Leigh beat HKR at Bloomfield Rd in 2006.

If someone can PM me any details please, it will be much appreciated.

Sincere condolences to all concerned. RIP my good buddy and Colleague. Glen.

Remember Glyn from primary school days at XII Apostles, he was in the year above me. As seems to be happening more and more these days, somebody passes away who I knew long ago and had not had contact with for years - makes food for thought.

RIP Glyn.

Very true Pat life's too short to put things off, was Glyn related to Mr Elmer the former janitor at Twelves? Glyns face was one of many I saw on a regular basis following our club

RIP Glyn, condolences to his friends and family at this sad time.

Glyn's funeral service will be held at XII Apostles Church, Westleigh on Thursday 15th January 2015 @ 2.30pm

Think it was Glyns dad Neil.

Andy.