Paul Shirtliff passes away
Written by Administrator Monday, 14 September 2009 09:47
Paul played for The Owls in the 80's alongside his brother, Peter, before moving to Frickley Athletic and then Boston United for a then club-record fee of £12,500 in 1988, where he was voted the teams' player of the year in the 88/89 season. He also had experience playing for Northampton Town and Dagenham and Redbridge.
Paul was my dearest brother, who will be sadly missed forever. We will all never forget him, his courage, his kindness, personality, everything. We are hurting deeply, at last he is at peace. Forever in our hearts. Sue, Ian, Luke & Becky XXXXX
our dearest friend Paul will be sadly missed by all of our family. He has been our friend for many years. He battled bravely during his time of illness and we will always remember his sharp wit and his loving personality. Never forget - Joe Joanne Levi and Jessie xxxx
I came late to watch my beloved Wednesday, when they played and beat (Sheffield) United in the winter of 1980. I brought my son, then 9, as he wanted us to support Wednesday, Peter and Paul Shirtliff didn't play in that first game we saw, but they were in later line-ups, with Mellor, McCulloch, Bolder, Sterland, King, Mirocevic and other good men. Sincere regrets to his family. His name means Wednesday to us. RIP Paul.
So Glad to have had the pleasure of your friendship for so many years. A BIG Thank you for agreeing to be our sons Godfather. Sleep tight, will never forget you. Free from pain.
Our love to Jayne, Danielle Jamie, and all Pauls family.
With regards and our deepest sympathy
Jayne Rob and Jonty XXXX
i new paul from my days as an apprentice with sheff wed.had so many good laughs in my time there with paul always smiling never moaning just a brilliant top top bloke.an il tell you something he was a fantastic footballer a lot better than he got credit for.RIP my old mate never forget you.
Paul. We all loved you so very much. I still can't believe you've been taken away from us far too early. You always were an absolute top brother and I've always been so proud of you. You battled this to the bitter end. We'll never forget you.
From Teresa, Michael, Liam, Chloe and Daniel. XXXX
As a South Yorkshire football fan, I'm shocked and saddened by this terrible news. I'm sure I speak for all Barnsley fans when I send my deepest concolences to all Paul's friends and family, especially to his brother Peter who played in the greatest Barnsley side ever to grace Oakwell. RIP Paul, 46 is no age at all.
Paul. An old friend and neighbour, it was a privlege to have known you. It was a pleasure to be in your company always sharing a joke or two. A top..top..bloke who would always do anything to help you out. Our thoughts go out to Jayne, Danielle and Jamie.
RIP pal. XXXX
Steve,Vicky, Tracy, Lisa & Emma
Our dearest friend, we are so upset that your not here with us anymore. You were an amazing guy who loved life and his family and friends. You were so brave and never complained. You were so lovely and we will miss you so much. You helped Dave running the boys team with the Mavericks, all the lads loved you, Rikki loved to sit and talk to you and listen to your expert tips! You will be missed by all of us, With regards and our deepest sympathy.
Love from Julie, Dave and Rikki-lee
Very sad news.Paul was a good freind during his aprentice days and was very honest with a great sense of humour.
I am sure if he had been a few inches taller he would have had a great career as a proffesional as he had everything else.
Had some great games against him when he played for Hoyland School.
RIP Paul
Noel & Christine - feel great sadness at Peters loss of his brother Paul- we did not know Paul but we do know how much Peter will miss him - Peter has been a good friend and neighbour for many years - We offer our sincere condolences to all of the family at this sad time.
Old school friend and neighbour who moved to Newcastle in early 80's. Last saw Paul at school re-union in Hoyland in '96 and spent a long time catching up. Paul seemed really happy and content with how life was turning out..very proud of his family and still football-mad. Am very sad to hear this news and send my sincere condolences to all Paul's family. I remember him as an intelligent, witty 15 year old whom everyone liked.
shirty im so sad i lost touch with u and only spoke to u in the last few months.even then u were more interested in how i was than talkin about ur battle which u eventualy lost.il never forget the times i played against u and u had me in ur pocket or the times i was lucky enough to play in the same team.il treasure the time i spent with u travelling to games and the laughs in the dressing room.if there is a football team upstairs ul already be captaining it and getting forward from right back.thanks for the memories and what memories i have of u pal.see u at the far post.ado
I played and roomed with Paul at Dagenham and Redbridge and England semi-pro side. What a great footballer and friend he was to me. The laughs we shared down in London will stay with me forever. My thoughts at this time are with his family and friends. Rest in peace Shirty from Paul Cavell.
Devestated , when i heard this really awful , sad news i was and still am really gutted ,devestated and sorry because he isnt with us anymore which is a real big shame , but as a friend of the shirtliff family i have to say what a really kind , caring ,loving man he was and always will be and that is why myself ,his family ,his fans and all the of his friend and everyone else Paul cared about and loved will really miss him . Paul was a real great loving ,kind caring husband to his wife Jane and a great loving ,kind caring father / dad to his son Jamie and daughter Danielle and really cared about the people around him so much that he would proberly do anything to see them all happy , i mean i myself have such great memories of meeting him ,which was and always will be a real honour and pleasure , Paul was a very nice person to talk to and i always use to asking him if he's ok (well) . Anyway what can i say other than Paul Rest In Piece , we all miss you ,especially your wife Jane and your two children Jamie and Danielle . :( R.I.P. Paul
So sorry to hear the sad news. I had lost touch with Paul over the years but remember him well as a terrific player and team mate, great character and top bloke. My sincere condolences to all his family and friends.
Kind regards,
Chris Morris
I knew Paul when he was a player at Wednesday and i was at United, followed simalar paths in football,and when our paths crossed at Boston Utd,found out,not only what a good player he was,but also what a gentleman he was,a sad sad day,condolences to his family.
Only just heard the sad news that Paul has lost his fight with cancer. We both knew Paul when we worked at Wesco and remember him as always smiling and cheerful. Our thoughts are with his family at this sad sad time. 46 is far too young.
so sorry to hear about paul, our condolences go to his wife and kids,mum and dad, peter,sue,lynn,terasa and families. sorry to not be able to contact any of you personaly as i'm sure dad barry would have wanted us to. memories of happy times spent amongst a wonderful family and pauls cheeky smile will live on forever. all our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Barry Whorton's family Scarborough
