The Wrexham family currently grieves the untimely death of Ben Tozer’s father. Tozer is currently the captain of the Welsh soccer club and he has been crucial to the club’s recent success. Highly respected around the Racecourse, the club, and the fans sent their condolences. The club captain himself posted about his dad’s death. He narrated the end of his dad’s life story which made the statement more bone-chilling.
Ahead of their upcoming season in the new league, everybody hopes that Tozer comes back even stronger. Below are some of the reactions from his companions and Wrexham on social media.
Ben Tozer’s public statement about his father’s death
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Yesterday, club captain Ben Tozer stunned the fanbase with his statement. The Englishman announced the death of his father. He revealed that his father passed away on Saturday. Tozer revealed that his father had Leukemia that was treatable. On Sunday, his dad underwent critical brain surgery which was a success, but then the ‘unthinkable’ unfolded before his eyes.
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“Sadly, all of this happened because he had left it too late”, Tozer revealed. The defender revealed that his father was unknowingly masking all the pain. “He was just too scared of what it could be”, he revealed. In the end, the Englishman concluded, “Thank you, Dad. Our last words together will live with me forever”.
“I love you. I hope we have all done you proud”. Additionally, he captioned the post, “Don’t leave it too late!”. But it’s safe to say that his club and friends have showered him and his family with their love. Here are some of those messages.
Ryan Reynolds and Wrexham fans express their condolences
Without a doubt, co-owner Ryan Reynolds and the fanbase have come together to stand alongside their club captain. Ryan Reynolds took to Twitter and posted, “Gut-wrenching. Sending so much love to the Tozer family.”
Gut wrenching. Sending so much love to the Tozer family.
— Ryan Reynolds (@VancityReynolds) July 11, 2023
Quite a few Wrexham-related fan pages also expressed their grief for the defender’s tragic loss in the family.
Gutted to read this this morning.
Thinking of you and the family @tozer_ben @SophieKTozer 💔 https://t.co/LYjxo21MEp
— RobRyanRed – Wrexham AFC Podcast (@RobRyanRed) July 11, 2023
So sorry to hear this 💔 thoughts are with Ben and his family during this time https://t.co/LKOsDp8zCY
— The Wrexham Talk (@TheWrexhamTalk) July 11, 2023
Our condolences go out to Ben and his family in their time of need ❤️ https://t.co/gXi9tHz3g1
— Australian Wrexham Supporters 🇦🇺🏴 (@AusWrexham) July 11, 2023
Many condolences to you and your family, Ben. https://t.co/tHa5SucFdn
— Barton Bank (@BartonBank) July 11, 2023
A fan attempted to share the grief with Tozer, revealing that he had lost his mother in a similar manner.
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Sorry for your loss, I lost my mother in a similar timeframe and I know how you must be feeling https://t.co/DzJ6p9zZES
— Iestyn Williams (@iesty83) July 11, 2023
Honestly, the majority of the comments on this post are as heartwarming as ever. Whether rivals or not, most of the fans don’t think twice before coming together during times like these.
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With the new season just weeks away, Wrexham fans aspire that their club captain returns back strongly. After obviously taking all the time he needs to get back to pace.
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