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Post by plymouthgas on Apr 7, 2021 17:18:30 GMT
Confirmed by the coroner that he died through hanging. So very sad.
May this awful news be a timely reminder to some on the forum to be kind to one another. It really isnt that hard
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Post by Jomo on Apr 7, 2021 17:27:24 GMT
Terribly sad news. I find it especially sad to hear about suicide, as you wish that they could have received some sort of help, and perhaps he'd have been able to overcome those thoughts.
Condolences to his friends and family. May he Rest In Peace.
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Post by fanatical on Apr 7, 2021 17:29:00 GMT
Confirmed by the coroner that he died through hanging. So very sad. May this awful news be a timely reminder to some on the forum to be kind to one another. It really isnt that hard Well said plymouthgas you are so right - we need to remember that there are many who are suffering at this awful time and yet we are all part of a wonderful sport and need to be pals and support each other as best we can - God bless. |
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Post by Big Jock on Apr 7, 2021 17:38:10 GMT
Football can be a cruel game, for th players, management they are loved one minute, hated th next. When a manager or player perform well th supporters lift them up like heroes - when they don’t, they get sacked or dropped. “That’s football” they all say, for th folk that watch it it’s entertaining, for those who take part an have all that expectation on their shoulders it must be incredibly hard.
Obviously I don’t know why he took his own life, but I feel his pain an hope he is now free from it. Rest in peace pal, and condolences to all your friends an especially your family. So, so sad.
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Post by Colyton Gas on Apr 7, 2021 17:41:11 GMT
Football can be a cruel game, for th players, management they are loved one minute, hated th next. When a manager or player perform well th supporters lift them up like heroes - when they don’t, they get sacked or dropped. “That’s football” they all say, for th folk that watch it it’s entertaining, for those who take part an have all that expectation on their shoulders it must be incredibly hard. Obviously I don’t know why he took his own life, but I feel his pain an hope he is now free from it. Rest in peace pal, and condolences to all your friends an especially your family. So, so sad. |
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Post by purdownpoacher1 on Apr 7, 2021 17:56:06 GMT
Incredibly sad , terrible situation for his family , wife and 3 young daughters . Not saying this had anything to do with this tragedy , but sometimes when I’ve been at matches , and indeed on forums , I try and put myself in their position , when being overly critiqued by fans ‘ . If you can’t say anything positive or encouraging , best to say nothing at all ! RIP Lee Collins .
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Post by yategasman on Apr 7, 2021 18:25:38 GMT
Incredibly sad , terrible situation for his family , wife and 3 young daughters . Not saying this had anything to do with this tragedy , but sometimes when I’ve been at matches , and indeed on forums , I try and put myself in their position , when being overly critiqued by fans ‘ . If you can’t say anything positive or encouraging , best to say nothing at all ! RIP Lee Collins . Well said Sir |
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Post by purdownpoacher1 on Apr 7, 2021 18:35:57 GMT
Madam , but thanks 👍
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Post by Gas-Ed on Apr 7, 2021 18:48:16 GMT
Awful. Just awful. I hope he and his family find some peace.
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Post by gas2 on Apr 7, 2021 19:00:08 GMT
So sad r I p
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Post by chewbacca on Apr 7, 2021 19:11:02 GMT
Mods, would you be able to edit the thread title with a suicide TW?
Thanks
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Post by stuart1974 on Apr 7, 2021 19:19:38 GMT
Very sad and tragic news, RIP and condolences to the family.
I'm sure many of us have had bad times and on occasion, myself included, have had darker thoughts too.
Hope we can all step back a bit and realise what is really important in life.
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Post by Goose on Apr 7, 2021 20:10:14 GMT
Very sad, I believe there is lobbying to make it law that every place of work should have a mental health first aider.
For me this can't come soon enough as if it can help just one person it'll be worth it.
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Post by Okebournegas on Apr 7, 2021 20:10:30 GMT
As someone who has personal ongoing issues with a family member suffering from mental health / anxiety and depression , along with suicidal thoughts on a regular basis, I can really relate to this sensitive subject. Every day is unbearably hard and emotionally draining for all concerned. I know I can be a bit of a chopsy bugger at times but I mean nothing by it , I know I don’t know any of you guys on a personal level , but if anyone is ever is need of a chat when times get tough , just message me. Suicide is a silent killer , just because you can’t see it , doesn’t mean it’s not there.
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Post by clockendgas on Apr 7, 2021 20:12:19 GMT
Very sad news,one can only wonder what drove him to this tragic action.i hope the local media have the decency to leave the family in peace to grieve RIP
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Post by Deleted on Apr 7, 2021 20:33:27 GMT
Heartbreaking for his young family, I hope that they can eventually get some comfort from the fact that he is now at peace. RIP
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Post by Gas Go Marching In on Apr 7, 2021 20:39:00 GMT
Very sad, I believe there is lobbying to make it law that every place of work should have a mental health first aider. For me this can't come soon enough as if it can help just one person it'll be worth it. I agree with this but also it needs to be done properly, not just a tick box exercise as it will be for some companies. |
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Post by Big Jock on Apr 7, 2021 20:57:24 GMT
As a foot note-
No matter who you are, if you’re struggling- speak out, talk to someone, even pm someone on here, but don’t ever suffer in silence.
There is always someone who will listen and help.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 7, 2021 21:13:11 GMT
Confirmed by the coroner that he died through hanging. So very sad. May this awful news be a timely reminder to some on the forum to be kind to one another. It really isnt that hard Not just to each other on here. Players, managers, referees, they’re all human beings and don’t deserve abuse, no matter what the situation. Nobody knows what’s going on inside another’s head. Thoughts with Lee’s friends and family. |
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Post by Gaswood on Apr 7, 2021 21:26:46 GMT
Worth considering this scenario when players get some of the stick they do despite fans not knowing the reality of their situation - could be playing through illness, injury, mental obstacles, emotional ones... criticism of performance is to be expected, but Josh Barrett had some horrid comments on here not too long ago, Zane Westbrook’s had some, Kyle Bennett and Tom Nichols got a lot of grief, and Hanlan and Ehmer also taken a fair bit beyond just performance. Think it’s a sobering reminder to not go too far as you’ll never know the potential damage.
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