TRIBUTES have been paid to one of Wrexham AFC's most loyal supporters who has died at the age of 100.

Lifelong Reds fan Arthur Massey died on Thursday (August 8).

Fans of the club will recognise him for featuring in the docuseries 'Welcome to Wrexham' alongside daughters Jacqui Valentine and Julie Birrell.

In March of this year, Mr Massey was presented with a framed shirt with the number '100' on by Wrexham AFC to celebrate his 100th birthday and his loyalty to the club.

As well as being a loyal Wrexham fan, Mr Massey had been a dedicated volunteer for the Royal British Legion's annual poppy appeal. 

He was also a distinguished Second World War veteran, serving as a sapper in the Burma Campaign in South East Asia. 

He also had the opportunity of meeting His Majesty the King, during his visit to Wrexham in December, 2022. 

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He had spent over 90 years of his life following his beloved Wrexham AFC.

And his grandson Lee even played for the club back in the early 1990's - a time he previously called his 'proudest moment' following the club.

Paying tribute to Mr Massey, Wrexham AFC said: "Everybody at Wrexham AFC is extremely saddened to learn of the passing of life-long supporter Arthur Massey, aged 100. All our thoughts are with Arthur’s family and friends at this time. Forever a Wrexham supporter."

Hundreds of other supporters paid their tributes to Mr Massey underneath Wrexham AFC's post.

The Fearless in Devotion podcast team wrote: "Rest in peace Arthur Massey. Your sheer passion for #WxmAFC , the town, and your family shone brightly in @WrexhamFX .

"So many words of wisdom spoken from a humble and wonderful man. We will all miss you beyond words."

Many others have been getting in touch with the Leader to share their words of condolences.

Karen Jones said: "So sorry to hear this news. What a wonderful life he's had, many memories for his family."

The Royal British Legion North Wales Poppy Appeal team wrote: "Arthur, WW2 Burma Star Veteran, a long time member of our Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal family over 40 years in Wrexham North Wales. RIP Mr Massey and thank you, much love to your family and friends at this sad time. Your legacy will live on."

Denise Pope told us: "RIP Arthur such a wonderful man condolences to his family and friends."

Gill Ellis said: "Bless him, really lovely man."