Premium Content
Subscriber only The funeral was held at the Gympie Cat s oval on Friday, April 23, where friends, family and fellow teammates paid their respects to the popular young footballer. First to speak was Rykah s uncle Maurice, who gave the eulogy and reflected on his close relationship with Rykah and the impact he had on everyone he met. Everyone was encouraged to wear white and navy to symbolise the Gympie Cats and the Geelong Cats, Rykah Burr s two favourite teams. He had a lot of heart, Maurice said. On a hot day, I loved to chase him down with an ice cold Powerade, and just to see that look of appreciation and love on his face, as he said thanks uncle and would give me a big man hug, no matter who was around.
Sea of navy and white as loved ones farewell perfect son
dailymercury.com.au - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from dailymercury.com.au Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Sea of navy and white as loved ones farewell perfect son
noosanews.com.au - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from noosanews.com.au Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.