George Melling Cause Of Death – Motor Neurone Disease

George Melling, a former player for Blackpool FC, Morecambe, Altrincham, Leyland Town, Kendal, and Coppull, died early Monday morning (April 11). Melling died following his battle with Motor Neurone Disease

George’s wife Nicci paid tribute to him, calling him a “wonderful parent” and the “heart and soul of the party.” “Heaven gained the best angel early this morning, and we were all by his side until the very end,” she said. “Everyone is incredibly proud of the difficult battle you fought so bravely.

“MND was not George Melling’s definition; it was simply the awful sickness that took him away from us.” “He was an amazing father… and I’m honoured to call him my spouse.” “You’re going to leave a huge hole in everyone’s heart.”

Longridge Town Football Club paid tribute to their former captain as well, saying that he will be “forever remembered by all of us.” “George was more than a Longridge Town FC player and captain. He was one of us, Ashey and Kieran’s lifelong friend, a leader and a winner.

“All of us in Longridge Town will remember him fondly, and he will be dearly missed.”