Jack Charlton funeral: Crowds pay tribute to Ashington legend

Summary

Funeral held for Jack Charlton after his death aged 85
The World Cup winner with England was also a hero for Leeds
Cortege travelled through his home town of Ashington
Hundreds of people lined the Northumberland town's streets

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Tributes poured in after Charlton's deathpublished at 10:36 British Summer Time 21 July 2020
Jack Charlton's death on 10 July sparked an avalanche of tributes to a man who made more than 700 appearances for Leeds in a 21-year career.
"Saddened to hear that Jack Charlton has passed away," wrote former England striker and BBC presenter Gary Linekeron Twitter.
"World Cup winner with England, manager of probably the best ever Ireland side and a wonderfully infectious personality to boot. RIP Jack."
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Former Republic of Ireland forward John Aldridge said: "Absolutely gutted that big Jack has passed away.
"What a football man, loved and adored, especially in Ireland. The best manager I was lucky to play for."
He is survived by wife Pat, whom he married in 1958, and their three children, John, Deborah and Peter.
Council issues social distancing advicepublished at 10:32 British Summer Time 21 July 2020
Northumberland County Council is urging people planning to attend Jack Charlton's funeral cortege in Ashington to follow social distancing advice and wear face coverings during the procession.
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'A thoroughly honest and funny man'published at 10:32 British Summer Time 21 July 2020
Jack Charlton died peacefully with his family at his home in Dalton, Northumberland, on 10 July.
The 85-year-old had been diagnosed with lymphoma in the last year and was also battling dementia.
After his death, his wife Pat and their three children John, Deborah and Peter, said: "As well as a friend to many, he was a much-adored husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.
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"We cannot express how proud we are of the extraordinary life he led and the pleasure he brought to so many people in different countries and from all walks of life.
"He was a thoroughly honest, kind, funny and genuine man who always had time for people.
"His loss will leave a huge hole in all our lives but we are thankful for a lifetime of happy memories."
Jack Charlton's life celebrated with postmarkpublished at 10:28 British Summer Time 21 July 2020
A special postmark on letters sent over the next few weeks will celebrate Jack Charlton's life.
Royal Mail and Irish postal service An Post have collaborated for the first time to create a postmark on all stamped mail until 9 August.
They said it was to mark his contribution to both nations, having managed Ireland at two World Cups and won the tournament with England.
Stuart Simpson, chief executive at Royal Mail, said Charlton was a "football hero" in both countries.
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Families show footballing colours for Jackpublished at 10:26 British Summer Time 21 July 2020
Jack Charlton's funeral cortege is proving to be a colourful affair with many turning out in football shirts.
The Wilson family wore Ireland shirts to reflect Charlton's successful 10 years as the country's manager, while many are in England tops to remember his World Cup win.
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Campaigners plan statue of Jack Charltonpublished at 10:24 British Summer Time 21 July 2020
A campaign has been launched to fund a Jack Charlton statue in his hometown of Ashington.
Details have yet to be finalised, but the statue could include younger brother Bobby, and campaigners are aiming to raise £25,000.
Charlton was loved by many sets of fans and had spells in charge of leading Middlesbrough to the Second Division title, Sheffield Wednesday to the Third Division title and managing his boyhood club Newcastle United.
He also led the Republic of Ireland to their first major finals at Euro 88 and the World Cup quarter-finals at Italia 90.
'I'm wearing a cap for Wor Jack'published at 10:21 British Summer Time 21 July 2020
One of those who has come to pay their respects to Jack Charlton is Peter Mather, 68, who has created this sign to mark the occasion.
The semi-retired bricklayer said: "I never normally wear a cap but I've got one on today out of respect to Jack.
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"I lived over the road from here and I vividly remember watching the World Cup final.
"At the final whistle, he went to his knees, a big hard man like that showing such emotion. I'll never forget it."
In pictures: Jack Charlton the managerpublished at 10:18 British Summer Time 21 July 2020
After hanging up his playing boots in 1973, Jack Charlton turned his hand to management.
He spent the following four years at Middlesbrough, guiding them to the Second Division title in his debut season in 1973-74 and winning the Manager of the Year award in the process.
Spells at Sheffield Wednesday, Newcastle United and Middlesbrough again then followed before he was appointed manager of the Republic of Ireland in 1986.
He led Ireland to the 1988 European Championships then the nation's first ever World Cup in 1990 in Italy with Ireland reaching the quarter-finals. A second World Cup followed in 1994 before his retirement two years later.
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Charlton's first managerial posting was at Middlesbrough where he spent four years
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Charlton managed Newcastle United for the 1984-85 season
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Charlton led Ireland to their first ever World Cup, Italia 90, where the squad got to meet the Pope
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Charlton resigned soon after Ireland failed to qualify for Euro 96
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During his 96-match tenure, Ireland won 46 games, drew 30 and lost 17
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Charlton retired from football in 1996 at the age of 60
Crowds building for Charlton cortegepublished at 10:15 British Summer Time 21 July 2020
The crowd is building around Ashington, particularly near the Hirst School which Jack Charlton attended.
His family is urging people to maintain social distancing and spread out around the route.
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Jack Charlton in his own wordspublished at 10:13 British Summer Time 21 July 2020
As well as his skill on the field, Jack Charlton was known for his plain speaking off it.
BBC Sport looks back at some of the greatest stories about the man known affectionately as 'Big Jack'.
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Jack Charlton: Former England and Republic of Ireland manager dies aged 85
The Charltons of Ashingtonpublished at 10:08 British Summer Time 21 July 2020
The Charlton family lived at 114 Beatrice Street in Ashington (pictured in more modern times below).
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Jack was the eldest of four sons for Bob and Cissie Charlton, with second eldest Bobby also going on to become a legendary player for England and Manchester United.
Bob worked at Linton Colliery near Morpeth, while Cissie (pictured below) was the driving influence behind her sons' footballing successes.
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'Jack will be sadly missed'published at 10:05 British Summer Time 21 July 2020
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People have started to gather to pay their respects to Jack Charlton as his funeral cortege makes its way through Ashington.
His family have urged people to follow social distancing guidelines.
One of those in attendance is Mick Cunningham who met Charlton on a number of occasions.
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He said: "Jack was a legend. The first time I met Jack I was only 11 down at whippet racing, he came down with Tommy his brother.
"One of my strongest memories is when he came to give a speech to our angling club. He said he was never frightened of anyone during his football period, but 'if there was one player who absolutely terrified me it was Nobby Stiles at Man Utd'.
"Jack was well respected, well liked, every time he visited the North East as many people would try and come and see him. He will be sadly missed."
Tributes appear ahead of funeral cortegepublished at 10:03 British Summer Time 21 July 2020
Tributes are being put up around Ashington ahead of Jack Charlton's funeral cortege.
Here are just a few of them.
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Charlton's World Cup and FA Cup adventurespublished at 10:01 British Summer Time 21 July 2020
Jack Charlton proved he was more than just a player with spells in charge of Sheffield Wednesday, Middlesbrough and Newcastle.
But the world took notice when he led the Republic of Ireland to their first major finals at Euro 88 and the World Cup quarter-finals at Italia 90.
Leeds United, where he spent his entire 21-year playing career and made a joint club record 773 appearances before retiring as a player in 1973, said they were "deeply saddened" at his death.
Charlton, part of the Leeds side that won the 1969 league title and the 1972 FA Cup (pictured below), is the third club legend and former England international to die this year after Norman Hunter and Trevor Cherry.
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'There's never been a more popular Englishman in Ireland'published at 09:59 British Summer Time 21 July 2020
Football Association of Ireland president Gerry McAnaney urges Ireland fans to wear something green today and smile for Jack for all the memories he gave the country:
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Private service to be held in Newcastlepublished at 09:55 British Summer Time 21 July 2020
After the procession through Ashington, a private service for Jack Charlton will be held at 11:45 at the West Chapel at West Road Crematorium and Cemetery in Newcastle.
Due to the current coronavirus rules, only 20 people are allowed to attend the service.
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Mourners urged to respect social distancingpublished at 09:53 British Summer Time 21 July 2020
Jack Charlton's family is urging people to respect social distancing guidelines when they come to pay tribute to him.
The cortege will drive through his hometown of Ashington before going to Newcastle for a private funeral.
The World Cup winner's son John said: "Many will know now that, as a family, we wanted to give local people the opportunity to say goodbye to Jack, and pay their respects before he's laid to rest.
"Jack was incredibly proud of his hometown, which is why we made the decision to take the funeral cortege around Ashington.
"We're really conscious though that coronavirus is still here, so we ask anyone coming to try wherever possible to stay two metres apart from others and wear a face covering or mask.
"And please use the whole route around the town. It's important people avoid crowding in one area."
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'World champion' banner to greet funeral processionpublished at 09:50 British Summer Time 21 July 2020
Signs and banners are already lining the route of Jack Charlton's funeral procession in Ashington:
Reporters gather to cover funeral cortegepublished at 09:50 British Summer Time 21 July 2020
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In pictures: Charlton the Leeds United legendpublished at 09:44 British Summer Time 21 July 2020
Jack Charlton spent his entire career at Leeds United having joined the club's youth team when he was 16.
He initially rejected the club's offer, preferring instead to work down the coal mine alongside his father Bob, but after being confronted by the reality of the gruelling work he reconsidered.
Between 1952 and 1973, defender Charlton played for Leeds 773 times scoring 70 league goals.
Titles won included the 1968 League Cup, 1969 First Division and 1972 FA Cup.
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Charlton, pictured in 1968, holds the record for most league appearances (629) and, joint with Billy Bremner, most competitive appearances (773) for Leeds United
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In 1967, Charlton was named Footballer of the Year by the Football Writers' Association
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Although a defender, Charlton still scored 70 league goals including this strike against Arsenal goalkeeper Bob Wilson at Elland Road on 26 April 1971
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He helped guide Leeds United to the FA Cup in 1972
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Leeds beat Arsenal 1-0 in the final
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Charlton, pictured in 1969, also won a League Cup, First and Second Division titles and the Inter-Cities Fairs Cup twice with Leeds
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Charlton won Footballer of the Month in April 1972, receiving his award and a bottle of champagne from Leeds manager Don Revie
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The defender wore the number five shirt for both club and country
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Charlton played with Billy Bremner and for Don Revie during his long spell at Leeds
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Leeds fans have been paying tribute to one of their greatest ever players