Fan Tributes

Simply the greatest. An example not only as a footballer but as a person. We will not see his like again. Rest in Peace, Sir Tom.

Rodney Crawshaw 

Sir Tom Finney was one of the greatest players of English football that has ever lived. He will be remembered for his skill, goals and the way he played the game. A Gentleman of football that should be a role model for any player that tries to play HIS game. Rest in peace to the greatest player, man and gentleman that Preston has ever seen.

Chris Pope 

Sincere condolences to the Finney family. A true great and the kind tributes that have flown in from across the world are a testament to what a great gentleman Sir Tom really is. A footballing legend, a Preston legend and a truly great human. God bless. RIP

DT 

A true gent with skill, humour and old school manners. A great loss.

Fiona Roach 

Sir Tom was a true gentleman and a legend. He is my Dad, George Bateson's footballing hero and a much loved Prestonian.

Dawn Bolton 

Few people deserve the title they are given in any era. Sir Tom commanded some much love from those who knew or knew of him. The city is a greater place for you being born here, god bless you and thanks for everything that you gave us throughout your fantastic life. Goodbye to a true legend.

Paul Smith 

I was fortunate to see Tom play when I was young boy, he was my footballing idol. I met him later after his retirement when he was chairman of the Royal Preston Hospital. He was the perfect gentleman and always had a kind word of encouragement for everyone. A true role model for any aspiring person, sportsman or otherwise. God Bless you Tom. Your memory will always be with us.

Eric Bolton 

A true inspiration,proud to be a Prestonian.

AP 

A true legend of our football club and our country. Gone but never forgotten. Truly the greatest RIP Sir Tom.

Si Campbell 

I am leaving Corona California on Tuesday Feb 25 th to attend Sir Toms funeral on Thursday.
Sir Tom you are the finest footballer I have ever seen also the greatest sportsman and gentleman this world has ever had. I was at Sir Toms first game at Deepdale August 31 st 1946 never missed a game untill left for California in 1954. I met Sir Tom on three visits to Deepdale with my family what a gentleman. Rest In Peace Sir Tom. I will never forget you.

Brian Statter