Former Liverpool and Everton player Ablett dies of cancer
Former Liverpool and Everton defender Gary Ablett has died after a long battle against cancer, the League Managers Association said today. He was 46.
Ablett, who had a season as Stockport manager in 2009-10, lost his 16-month fight against non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma last night.
“On behalf of Gary Ablett’s family the LMA has today confirmed that Gary passed away peacefully last night following a hard fought 16-month battle against non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma,” said an LMA statement.
“Respected throughout the game by players, coaches and managers alike Gary will be sadly missed. The LMA’s thoughts and condolences are with Gary’s wife Jacqueline and children.”
