Around the club, many people will have known Rex personally but most supporters who attended our home matches will have unknowingly met him, for he was the man who stood in all conditions in the turnstile block, issuing tickets and welcoming visitors to the stadium.

But he was much more than a matchday volunteer.

Over the years, Rex was part of the fabric of the club, carrying out just about every conceivable job that presented itself.

Committee member, treasurer, conference organiser, kit washer, and countless other tasks were carried out uncomplainingly by this loyal, committed, and humble man.

These were all things that people may well have observed as they moved around the stadium but what they won’t know is that for a number of years, Rex kept the club afloat on a weekly basis with his personal financial support.

He did this without the knowledge of fellow committee members, simply because of his love for the club at a time when its future was in significant jeopardy.

That we are in a healthy state now can be traced back to the days when Rex kept our heads above water and maintained our place in semi-professional football when all looked lost.

In later life, he handed over responsibility for a number of his former tasks but he always wanted to remain involved, hence his regular stint on the club’s cash turnstile.

As recently as the match on Saturday, he was in his usual spot, engaging with supporters and taking their money with a cheery smile and a welcome greeting.

It will be difficult to imagine life at the club without him but echoes of his voice will continue to resonate around the club and his memory will remain strong in those that had the privilege of knowing and working with him.

Details of Rex's funeral will be announced as soon as arrangements have been made but his memory will be marked at the match against Whitby Town on 19th November

May you rest in peace, Rex.