Thousands lined the streets from Featherstone to Pontefract crematorium on Sunday to pay their respects to the one and only Rob Burrow.
Some knew him personally, others had followed in his footsteps at Featherstone Lions and some only knew of him and the enormous impact he had on millions of people’s lives. From his early days making his mark as a slight young lad beating the odds to make it professional for Leeds Rhinos where he met captain and best friend Kevin Sinfield, despite his 5ft 5inch stature, the “forever number 7” proved to make a mark on the field.
Again in the face of adversity, Rob and his family dared to dream new dreams by inspiring a nation with their fight against MND. As Rob today was finally laid to rest, he can do so with the peace that his legacy will forever live on. Budding young player Ava, who plays for the Lions as Rob did, said he’s inspired her. “I’m small like him but I can do anything”, she said. Rob Burrows’ friend Chris Morgan, 43, who was lining the road by Featherstone Lions said: “I knew him as a young lad.
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