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Leon Walker : Obituary

Published on the ThisIsAnnouncements.co.uk website on 22nd March 2009

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22nd March 2009

Wakefield rugby league player, Leon Walker, 21, died after collapsing during a Sunday reserve team game against Celtic Crusaders at Maesteg on Mother's Day, 22 March, 2009.

Mr Walker collapsed in the 63rd minute and was airlifted to Morriston Hospital, Swansea where he was pronounced dead.

He was the second Wakefield player to die in a six-month period. Cook Island international Adam Watene, 31, died after collapsing during a training session in October 2008.

Mr Walker, a second rower or loose forward, signed for Wakefield in November 2008 having spent three years at Salford City Reds where he earned representative honours with Yorkshire and England in 2007.

Before joining Salford, Mr Walker played for amateur side Churwell Chiefs.

Wakefield Chairman Ted Richardson said: "This is a tragic loss for all involved with Rugby League.

"Clearly everybody at the club is devastated by this news and all our sympathies and prayers are with the family at this time."

Nigel Wood, RFL chief executive, said: "This is truly shocking and tragic news and our heartfelt condolences go to the parents, family and friends of Leon as well as the Wakefield Trinity Wildcats club.

"Our thoughts and sympathies are with all those involved at this devastating time."

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- LEON BURSTING THROUGH THE DEFENCE FOR SALFORD
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Your star shines the...

Your star shines the brightest. I do know this is true SON i look for you every night and i all ways ask the REASON why at 20 years old you where taken. I will never get the answer son. My heart was broken on 22/3/09 my heart is still broken on 27/3/10, When my heart is one again will be the day i am REUNITED with you more SON. DAD XXX

Report this message By STEPHEN WALKER on 27th Mar 2010
Our thoughts are with...

Our thoughts are with Leon's family and his girlfriend at this very sad time. We met Leon and Kerry on holiday in Crete in October and spent a fun filled week with them, they were a lovely young couple and Leon was a wonderful young man a credit to himself and his family. We are so happy we got to know him if only for a short time. Rest in peace Leon we will always remember you.
Rob, Karen and Ryan xxx

Report this message By ROB PARSNOS on 28th Mar 2009
Sending heartfelt condolences to...

Sending heartfelt condolences to the family of Leon Walker on the death of their son. He was a fine young man, a son to be proud of, and an asset to the world of rugby league. He will be forever missed by all. We wish to send our deepest sympathies to the Walker family on the loss of Leon, we are truly sorry. Rest In Peace, Leon Walker.
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Mike, Elaine, Gary and Joanne Fearnley.

Report this message By elaine fearnley on 27th Mar 2009
I am just a...

I am just a rugby league supporter of 40+ years and am extending my heartfelt sympathies to Leons family...may your memeories be with you always...as long as Leon is in your hearts he will always be with you.Christine Taylor..Wigan

Report this message By christine taylor on 27th Mar 2009
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To the Family of...

To the Family of Leon
Our deepest sympathy to you all on the loss of Leon. We cant imagine how you must be feeling to lose him so young and talented. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. All our Love
Neil, Molly and Family

Report this message By Neil Fox on 27th Mar 2009
To the family and...

To the family and friends of Leon we are thinking of you all at this very sad time. Friday will be emotional but you need to be proud of a very special young man. He will never be forgotton. RIP Leon.

Report this message By Clare Sugden on 26th Mar 2009
Even though i didnt...

Even though i didnt know leon i am thinking about his family at this time it is never easy to loose a loved one but even harder when they are so young
R.I.P leon
sleep tight

Report this message By lasting tributer on 24th Mar 2009
I didn't know Leon...

I didn't know Leon Walker but I send my heartfelt sympathies to his family and friends, my own son plays rugby and I know the constant worries I have about him getting hurt or worse. For the love of the game, a young talented man has lost his life and I felt so upset when I heard about his death on Sunday night. God bless Leon.

Report this message By Jan Nicholas on 24th Mar 2009
Leon Was My Dads...

Leon Was My Dads Freind
He Was A Good Man
I Have Lots Of Good Memories That Wont Be Forgotton
R.I.P Leon Walker

Report this message By Anon Anon on 23rd Mar 2009