Nelson Gray has died at the age of 87 having lived with dementia for the past 10 years.

Nelson will be remembered for his volunteering work at Preston Grasshoppers on the selection committee in the 1980s, when he was well respected by all those who had dealings with him.

A proud Geordie, on retirement, Nelson returned to his native Newcastle upon Tyne with wife Lin and latterly moved to Scarcroft in Yorkshire to be nearer their children.

Our condolences to his family and friends and may he rest in peace.

Details regarding Nelson's funeral can be found on: J E Spence Funeral Directors website