Keith Alexander Tributes

Keith Alexander 1956 – 2010

The U11A team would also like to express their condolences to Keith’s family. Those who knew Keith, knew him for being a football man through and through, but also a family man who was always kind and considerate. The tributes that have been paid to him have demonstrated how well respected he was through all levels of football – his passing is a great loss to football and to our community.

Tim Smith
Welton FC Under 11A Team Coach
8th March 2010 at 09:46


All the team send their deepest condolences to Helen and family. Keith was a true gentleman and would always come and have a talk with us when we was at Manor. He will be sadly missed.

Mark Atkin
Welton FC Mens Team Manager

7th March 2010 at 15:13


I would just like to express our deepest condolences to Helen and her family. Keith was an inspiration on and off the football pitch and was a pillar of our community. He was a big man with a big smile and always had time for everybody he came in contact with. He was a true gentleman in every sense.

From all the players, parents and management of WFC Under 10A

Thomas Luther
Welton FC Under 10A Manager

7th March 2010 at 13:25


It was with deep sadness to hear about the death of Keith. He was a truly inspiring individual and a person who was looked up to by many including myself. He always had time for anyone and everyone. A true gentleman and a character who will be missed in Football, both locally and nationally. My thoughts are with Helen and the family at this difficult time. Thanks for the memories Keith, you will be a legend, who will never be forgotten.

Jonathan Hodges
Welton FC Under 13A Assistant Manager

6th March 2010 at 18:10


We were all deeply saddened to hear of the sudden loss of a true gentleman and an inspirational figure within the football community. Keith’s wise words of advice and encouragement inspired many, including myself. Our deepest sympathy is with Helen and the family at this sad time. Our thoughts are with you all.

Garry Crowther & The Team
Welton FC Under 13A Manager & Vice Chairman of Welton FC

5th March 2010 at 22:13


On behalf of myself, my assistants, players and parents of Welton FC Under 14B we would like to offer our sincere condolences to Helen and family for the tragic loss of a kind and caring gentleman, whose loss will not only be felt by his family and friends but to everyone who knew him and everyone involved in football. He was a giant among men and an inspiration to many. He is a legend and will never be forgotten.

Nikki Patterson
Welton FC Under 14B Manager

5th March 2010 at 20:57


It is with much sadness that we hear of the sudden death of Keith Alexander. Keith’s presence as unofficial PR Man for Welton U13B will be greatly missed as will his presence at Welton FC social events.

All of our thoughts are with Helen, Jack, Jenny, Paul and Matthew at this sad time.

Tony Myles
Welton FC Under 13B Manager

4th March 2010 at 20:36


The Manager, Coaches and Players of Hykeham Tigers JFC Under 13 team would like to send best wishes to Jack and his family following the sudden loss of his father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. Your father was a truly nice man who was a wonderful servant and ambassador of football at all levels.

Thinking of you at this sad time.

Adrian Doughty & The Team
Hykeham Tigers Under 13s

3rd March 2010 at 18:33