Beloved Leeds Rhinos and England rugby star Rob Burrow passed away on June 2 at the age of 41 after a courageous battle with motor neurone disease (MND). His passing was met with an outpouring of love and respect, as hundreds of fans lined the streets to pay tribute. Many wore Leeds Rhinos shirts, turning the roads blue in honor of the legendary player,
A civil reception at Leeds Civic Hall was held to celebrate his life, attended by his family, former teammates, and city leaders. The funeral cortege made a poignant stop at Featherstone Lions’ ground, where Burrow first began his rugby journey as a young player.
Throughout his battle with MND, Burrow became an inspiration, using his platform to raise awareness and funds for those affected by the disease. His strength and determination captured the hearts of many, and his message to the world remained clear: “Don’t waste a moment of life,”
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