Neil Andrew Campbell was an English footballer who played in the Football League for York City, Scarborough and Southend United.
Neil Campbell: Wikipedia| What happened| How did die| Dead
Wikipedia:
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Neil Andrew Campbell[1] | ||
| Date of birth | 26 January 1977[1] | ||
| Place of birth | Middlesbrough, England[1] | ||
| Date of death | 30 April 2022 (aged 45)[2] | ||
| Place of death | Yarm, England | ||
| Height | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) | ||
| Position(s) | Striker[1] | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps | (Gls) |
| 1995–1997 | York City | 12 | (1) |
| 1997–1999 | Scarborough | 47 | (7) |
| 1998 | → Telford United (loan) | ? | (?) |
| 1999–2000 | Southend United | 24 | (3) |
| 2000–2002 | Doncaster Rovers | 74 | (16) |
| 2002–2003 | Scarborough | 22 | (4) |
| 2003 | Leigh RMI[3] | 12 | (0) |
| 2003 | Barrow | 54 | (34) |
Neil Andrew Campbell (26 January 1977 – 30 April 2022) was an English footballer who played in the Football League for York City, Scarborough and Southend United.
What happened:
Campbell died on 30 April 2022 at the age of 45. He had been out to dinner in Yarm when an ambulance was called for him after complaints of feeling unwell.
The Middlesbrough-born striker played 400-plus games, starting his professional career at York City and going on to play for Scarborough, Southend United, Doncaster Rovers clubs.
How did die:
He was also assistant manager at Thornaby FC last season.
As well as being a respected footballer, Neil was also described as a brilliant father to his two sons, with many who paid tribute noting his great sense of humour and kindness to others.
Dead:
He played junior football for Nunthorpe Athletic and went on to enjoy a successful footballing along with his brother Andy who played for Middlesbrough FC.
A huge medical response attended Yarm High Street yesterday evening and was seen by passers-by near Uno Ristaurante.
One of his friends said: “He was always horrible to play against on the pitch but great to have on your team and a true gentleman off the pitch. Heart of gold. Proper legend. Such a sad, sad loss.”
