ajw65 Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 RIP ernie!! sincere condolances to ernie's family and especially his pregnant girlfriend!! terrible, terrible news! i know we've been expecting this but it's still a terrible shock!! Andy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jorvik_latic Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 Another one of the great guys taken too soon. Even though how ill he was and looked, that smile he had on his face when he spoke to us after the charity match will live with me forever. Like others, I'm stunned. God bless Ernie, RIP. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bring Back Ronnie Moore Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 My condolences go out to his friends and family, my sense of loss won't compare with how they must be feeling. I hope we can keep his name alive for years to come, through tribute and storytelling. It's a sad loss for everybody. RIP Ernie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 Goodbye Ernie. Im so sad, so very sad. I wasn't prepared for this at all, I kept thinking he'd fight it off - I don't know what to say to be honest... My thoughts are with the family at this unhappy time. God bless you Ernie x. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoytonBlueLad Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 Terrible news. You won't be forgotten, Ernie. Rest in peace. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davros Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 RIP Ernie... You have touched so many people in your very short time with us.. Your attitude in Football and in life was inspiring! You will live on in the hearts of your family and all who had the pleasure in knowing you, watching you or even hearing of you! You truly were one of the good guys! Deepest sympathy to his family... RIP Ernie! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philliggi Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 Awful news. deepest condolances to his family and friends. i can't remember a player in recent times as much admired and respected as ernie was. a very low day to be a tic The world is a good guy down today Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaticsLee Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 im sorry to ask this because i shouldnt forget these things but what shirt number was cooksey just that his name and number will be found on my new away kit =) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pukka Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 Will never forget the day he came on at spotland. His attitude and spark gave latics fans something to cheer about in a very sad time. Thoughts with the family, RIP Ernie but for one last time ERNIE ERNIE ERNIE!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oafcprozac Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 im sorry to ask this because i shouldnt forget these things but what shirt number was cooksey just that his name and number will be found on my new away kit =) He wore number 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jay-cee Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 Very sad news. My condolences to his Girlfriend, Family & friends Sleep well Ernie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BP1960 Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 As a scout I admired Ernie for achieving his dream of playing league football, despite many setbacks. His enthusiasm and determination to succeed are an example to all aspiring footballers. These qualities showed whenever he played for Oldham Athletic and the reason he was much loved and will never be forgotten. Perhaps someone with the expertise could create a book of condolences website for Ernie in his memory. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kellysheroes Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 We were ready for it but its hit me hard today at work, 28 whole life ahead of him, He's going to miss out on so much, RIP Ernie my thoughts are with you, Come on Latics lets do this season for Ernie 2008/2009 Ernies Season, very good point ERNIES season!!!!! ONCE AGAIN R.I.P. from my nephew nathan .x. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyritchieshairline Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 Like a lot of people have said before, stunned. My condolences to Ernie's family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carloafc Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 Of all the stories and people I have dealt with over the years this is possibly the most tragic. I am absolutely stunned today. From all my experiences of him, I can honestly say Ernie Cooksey was the kind of man everyone should aspire to be. Kind, gentle, selfless, committed - and blessed with the heart of a lion. Good men must die, but death can not kill their names or deeds. Sincere and heartfelt condolences to his friends and family. Forever in our thoughts. Our Ernie. Carl M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leeslover Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 I'll remember Ernie as the guy who came to support us against Thurrock, having a laugh and a joke with Danny B on the touchline. Always one of us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frankly Mr Shankly Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 I keep thinking of that goal he scored for us against QPR that time in Shez's first match in charge of us. Like a salmon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fyldelatic Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 I'll remember Ernie as the guy who came to support us against Thurrock, having a laugh and a joke with Danny B on the touchline. Always one of us. Accoding to Gareth Griffiths, former captain at Dale, who was close to Ernie, Chris Killen and Will Haining travelled down to London from Scotland to be at his bedside - it shows the affection in which he was held by colleagues, past and present. Having lost my dad last year I know what it is like to lose a close family member - my heart goes out to Louise, Ernie's dad whose wife died nor so long ago and all who knew and loved him. Rest in peace. Never forgotten. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rudemedic Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 This is very sad news and my (and my Dad's in his absence) condolences go out to all Ernie's family and friends. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drphibes Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 Terrible news, goodnight and godbless Ernie you will never be forgotten. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peanuts Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 cant put into words how i feel right now another hero gone before his time sad sad sad day to ernies family my deepest condolences R.I.P. Ernie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danoafc Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 Absolutely gutted. Awful,awful news and heartbreaking that he didn't get to see his baby born. Sincere condolences to his family. God bless, Ernie lad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neiladamsheadband Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 very very sad news, so tragic - my heart truly goes out to his family at this time Rest in Peace Ernie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fergie Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 Its a sad day for the football world, at least you will suffer no longer. RIP Ernie from all your Oldham Athletic friends based in Northern Ireland. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fleetwood Blue Posted July 3, 2008 Share Posted July 3, 2008 Great people are fondly remembered by all, Ernie you was a hero to many, one of lifes top guys and you will be never forgotten by all of us at Boundary Park. REST IN PEACE MATE. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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