R.I.P Dale Roberts

[jimbobjaw]

100% echo all of the comments previously. I cannot even put into words my feelings of greif. I have no idea what his family are going through. All i do know is that it is worse than the greif I am feeling, and that is not a pleasant thought.

RIP Dale. Forever in our hearts, and may God bless you xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

[mattreddan]

Lots of messages of condolence coming through on twitter.

I was touched to see how many messages there were on Twitter.

Most read story currently on BBC Site as well.

Very popular keeper it seems and a massive loss.

[davealbon]

Look East have just mentioned the sad news, and said that the club will be open from 9am tomorrow morning for people to come and show their respect.

[StaceyH]

Matt, Katie and I are devastated.
I don't think we've had a player as loved as Dale was since Duane. His clear love for the game and his affection for the fans will live long in our hearts.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and team mates.

Rest in Peace Dale, Team Roberts forever.

[therushden]

so sad and such a shock. a true fans favourite, england's number 1.

[Diamond_ Wolf]

RIP Dale

A top keeper and top lad. Thoughts go to his friends and family x

[scum0duane2]

I am absolutly gutted, Dale was the best keeper I have seen in our no.1 shirt. What a waste at such a young age. My thoughts are with his family, he was a true gent. RIP Dale I agree with retiring the No.1 shirt it would be a great gesture.

[Red Dragon]

I've had this message from Ted, our erstwhile foe from Sickfields, who cannot post on this forum:

"As you probably know, I'm unable to post on the Diamonds forum. I saw that you had published this email address on the forum and thought I'd take the opportunity to express my thoughts regarding this tragic news.

When something like this happens it supercedes everything else.Trivial matters like football rivalries pale into insignificance after such an occurance.With all my heart I express my sincere condolences to the family and friends of Dale and to Rushden & Diamonds football club, it's team, management and supporters.I sincerely hope that you can all draw comfort from your faith at this sad time.

Yours sincerely

Ted."

[IceCoolPsycho]

The only words I can say. RIP Dale.
http://waynesworlduk.blogspot.com/2010/ ... berts.html

[AFCRD_Dan]

A page for Dale..

http://dale.roberts.gonetoosoon.org/

Created after a request was made on 'The Dale Roberts Appreciation Society' page on Facebook.