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Greg was an inspirational player and brilliant young British coach. Our game has lost a favourite son.
Farewell, Mike; you've been an inspiration. Such an awful waste.
Your 2003 Rip and Tear campaign at Wigan will never be forgotton. R.I.P Greg, you will always be remembered.
RIP Mike, a true legend and a credit to our sport. An inspiration to many, both on and off the pitch. Condolences to his family and friends, especially to his wife and children. i would like to offer my condolences to mikes family at this sad time.
i would like to offer my condolences to mikes family at this sad time.
RIP Mike.
Rest in peace, forever a legend.
Thanks for the memories Mike, to Wire fans you will never die. You are a legend.
Legend, a word that is used all too often these days, but it is appropriate to sum up a man whose popularity transcended team loyalties. Condolences to the family.
RIP Mike, my thoughts are with ur wife Erica, and your two young boys
god bless mike R.I.P. rugby league legend and true ambassador of our great game. condolances to his family.
You dealt with your illness like a true hero, and showed so much dignity. You're now pain-free, but the rugby world will miss you. RIP Mike.
Mike Gregory was one of my heroes, both as a rugby player and a human being. The world is poorer without him. My sympathies to his family and loved ones.
RIP legend. Your boys will grow up to be very proud young men. Aidan, Blackpool
God bless you Mike. A great player and coach but an even better man. Rest in peace. My thoughts are with your family and friends.
Greg will always be remembered as one of the very great Rugby League players that our great nation has ever produced. One man that can surely be regarded as a World Class Player. He lived his life in the same way he played the sport he loved as a true gentleman and a real competitor. Good night, God bless Greg, The standard of Rugby League in heaven has just improved massively, The angels will get to see a once again fully fit greg in his pomp, how we on earth wish we could have one more little glimpse. Condolences to Mikes family, The rugby league family will never forget him!
god needed a forward and called up the best RIP MIKE
He symbolised everything which is noble on the field of play, and in illness he showed the world the meaning of the word 'courage'. The world is a sadder place because he has left it, but a better place for his having been here. A much loved man. It was a privelege to have seen him play and in illness he was an inspiration to all. Thanks Mike.
A true legend of our beloved game and a example for all youngsters to follow Deepest condolences to his family and friends R.I.P Mike
My heart felt feelings go out to his nearest and dearest family and friends. I was totally lost for words and stunned at hearing the news. A rugby league legend and a great man. You will live forever in my memory running 80 yards like a steam train against the Australian team with Offiah screaming for the ball, but never needing him. Legend. RIP Mike.
Best Wishes, Mike was a true legend in every sense of the word and really did not deserve this. He has gone to a better place and the pain has gone. There will never be another Mike Greg he was a warrior who lead by example on and off the field and always had time to help anyone nothing was ever to much for him. Best wishes to Erica and the family for the future. Lets have a permanent memory of Greg such as a stand or a statue.
RIP - shame I never got to see you play.
Sadly missed, every game in a warrington shirt always a good game, gave his life and soul to the great british rugby league. RIP x
A true role model for all sports men and women. Totally dedicated to the cause on and off the field. Sincere condolences to all family and friends RIP Mike.
sad loss for the rugby league community
True greats of the game are few and far between and Mike fits into the category by being both a legend in and out of the game. Courage is something we see at every level of the worlds toughest sport and Mike proved his by taking it to the toughest battle of his life. We will all remember "that" try in 1988 Mike and we will all remember you. R.I.P Mike. Rugby League Mourns your loss.
Mike Gregory, an ambassador of rugby and total gentleman - one of only a few who could deservedly be regarded with this esteem. Condoloncies to his wife, family and loved ones
Mike a true great of the game whoever he played for and whetever he did. Will be missed. Condolenses to his family
I had the pleasure of going to see the 90 cup final as my 1st game and witness what was 1 of the truely great individual Wembley performances this performance in a beaten side i must add. Rugby League today has lost a true great and a hero that should be used as an example to any aspiring Rugby League player young and old. Mine and im sure the whole Rugby League community's feelings go out to his family and close friends RIP Mike
I had the pleasure of going to see the 90 cup final as my 1st game and witness what was 1 of the truely great individual Wembley performances this performance in a beaten side i must add. Rugby League today has lost a true great and a hero that should be used as an example to any aspiring Rugby League player young and old. Mine and im sure the whole Rugby League community's feelings go out to his family and close friends RIP Mike
Mike a true great of the game whoever he played for and whetever he did. Will be missed. Condolenses to his family
A Fantastic player and leader, many in the game could do no worse than to look up to this guy, a huge loss to the game Rest in peace, Condolences to his family and friends
Cup Final Day, Cardiff, 2004. The big screen shows a close-up of Mike Gregory. St Helens fans stand as one to applaud, and Wigan fans applaud St Helens. Rivalries forgotten, Rugby League stood together. I'm proud I was there. RIP Mike
Inspiration you were to the Rugby League community. A True Champion on and off the field. Mike Gregory Legend Rest in Peace.
RIP Mike. As a Wigan fan, my main memories came from your time at our club as coach, and I will never forget the conversations I was lucky enough to have with you then. You handled the challenges that faced you with so much dignity and courage, and are an inspiration to us all. Condolences go to Erica, Sam, and Ben, who are in everyone's thoughts at the moment.
RIP Mike. You'll be missed but the memories will remain forever
A true great for your club and country you gave 110% to the very end and will be sadley missed by rugby leauge and sport in general R.I.P Mike
the word legend is an injustice to mike! he'l be sadly missed but never forgotten! rip at last your at peace.
A real sad loss to the game, Mike was an outstanding player and was going on to be a top class coach. He was a real inspiration! Deepest sympathies to his family and friends RIP Mike
One of RL's great sights was seeing Mike in full flight. A fantastic player and a gentleman. Condolences to all family and friends.
Mike you where an amazing player and more importantly an amazing man with a great heart and passion for the sport and life In general you will be greatly to every one who knew you, love David.
R.I.P Mike
Rest in Peace Mike, will always remember you scoring in Sydney covered in red dye for GB doing us proud at what you did best. Good bye Legend. Stuart (Haydock)
R.I.P Mike
RIP Mike, You will never be forgotten.
I never knew Mike personally, yet it is the measure of the man that today I feel genuine saddness at his passing away. Being a Cas fan I could only admire Mike from a distance, watching him play against us or when he played for GB. However, I grew to admire and respect him in the way he conducted himself on and off the field as a player and then coach. That respect grew even more when I saw how he coped with the terrible illness over the last 4 years. His passing away today leaves a big void in the game. A true Gentleman and great character he will be sadly missed. My sincere condolences to Erica, Ben, Sam and the rest of his family and friends at this sad time.
RIP Mike. I'm sure fans of all clubs are united in missing one of modern day RL's great legends and inspirational figures. Such a tradjic waste. You were never forgotten and never will be. My deepest sympathy to the ones he left behind.
My words echo thousands of thoughts and entries elsewhere RIP Mike and all thoughts and prayers are with your young family at home who have lost an inspiration, strong and popular human being.
Absolute tragedy, what a terrible loss to his family friends and the whole rugby league community. Puts all other things into perspective. Rest in peace Mike you were very special.
Mike your always in our hearts. If I die with half the respect,courage and heart you had! I will be proud. You are a legend and will always have a place in everybodys lives.
inspiration on and off the field .condolances to his family
Condolences to Mike's family and friends. First and foremost a husband and father but also one hell of a Rugby League player...
An inspiration to all. RIP Mike
A true legend. Such a brave man the way you handled your illness. You will be missed by everyone. RIP Mike.
REST IN PEACE MIKE THE RUGBY LEAGUE WORLD HAS LOST ONE OF ITS GREATEST SERVANTS WE WILL MISS YOU MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES GO OUT TO HIS FAMILY A TRULY GREAT PLAYER AND COACH NOW AT REST
Rugby League as lost a great young British coach, rest in peace Mike.
rip mike, you will go down in history not just as one of the finest rugby league players ever, but as a truly great british sportsman.
My deepest sympathy to Erica, Sam and Ben at this sad time. It's always hard for the ones left behind. Remember Mike as he was, not what this illness had done to him. Mike was a great player and a great bloke who always had time for everyone. God Bless Mike, you will never be forgotten.
RIP MIKE WHAT A LEGEND YOU CAN NOW ENJOY A GAME IN HEAVEN PAIN FREE
a fantastic player who on his day made great players look ordinary. To his family i am sorry for your loss.
As a keen fan and player of the game, I know to be called "great" in such a physical and skilful game is an incredible accolade indeed. Everyone I have asked about Mike has heaped praise on his tremendous abilities as a player, his enormous character and wicked sense of humour. When I saw him at St. Pats last year, this character and courage was evident as he made the effort to thank all of those who had come along to pay tribute to him. Mike's abilities as a coach were exceptional inspiring such loyal support in fans and players alike. There probably isn't a Wigan fan in the world who would disagree with me. Wigan has not been the same since he left. The world of rugby is at a loss without him and he will be sorely missed by all. My condolences go out to all of his family at what must be a terribly difficult time at the end of an incredibly difficult few years.
As a keen fan and player of the game, I know to be called "great" in such a physical and skilful game is an incredible accolade indeed. Everyone I have asked about Mike has heaped praise on his tremendous abilities as a player, his enormous character and wicked sense of humour. When I saw him at St. Pats last year, this character and courage was evident as he made the effort to thank all of those who had come along to pay tribute to him. Mike's abilities as a coach were exceptional inspiring such loyal support in fans and players alike. There probably isn't a Wigan fan in the world who would disagree with me. Wigan has not been the same since he left. The world of rugby is at a loss without him and he will be sorely missed by all. My condolences go out to all of his family at what must be a terribly difficult time at the end of an incredibly difficult few years.
Goodbye Mike,you were my first true hero in the Primrose and Blue..R.I.P.
I am really saddened by the death of Mike, he was a real gent who had time for everyone around him, he was the light the warriors needed and it was with saddness that it came to an abrupt end. Love to Erica, Sam and Ben, it must have been a hard fought few years, watching such a great man become so weak. You were fortunate to find such a great man and your children will grow up with the knowledge their dad was a real hero, both on and off the field. Good Night and Godbless!
It's hard to put into words the sense of loss the Rugby League world is feeling in this very sad time. Mine, along with probably the whole Rugby League "family's" thoughts are with Erica and the boys as well as Mike's family and friends at this very sad time. Thanks for the wonderful memories. R.I.P.
Mike a true legend, strong but honest player and potential to have been a great coach. our thoughts condolences and a lot of happy memories are sent to the family
God Bless mike. Your pain is now gone and peace be with you.
Mike Greg was a true gentleman of this wonderful game,he was a Wigan lad through and through but his heart was always in Warrington RL Club.Tremendous ambassador for the game and will sadly missed by all.
Absolute Legend. Great asset to the game. Will be missed by all sporting fans. R.I.P. Mike
RIP Mike. Thanks for my happiest memory in Rugby League. The try against Australia had me in tears of joy and I'll never tire of watching it. Farewell to a great player and true legend of the game.
Truly a credit to our much loved rugby league, you will be sadly missed, my heart goes out to your family. R.I.P Mike, our hero.
My thoughts to all those around Mike at this time of great loss. An amazing player and a huge loss to all those that knew him.
I was at the Sydney Football Stadium in 1988 captaining the touring Cambridge University Rugby League team that was introduced to the crowd out on the pitch before the 3rd Test kicked off. Mike Gregory's try stole the show and it still stands out as one of the greatest I have seen and the resultant celebrations in the crowd were the most joyous I have been involved in. He will be sadly missed - a warrior for GB and for Warrington and a gentleman. A wonderful example to us all on and off the pitch. RIP.
R.I.P Mike Thoughts to your family and friends Mike. Thanks for some great memories. Ged, Leeds
Will be greatly missed. Condolences to his family. A true rugby league great. Thanks for the memories. RIP Mike
Will be greatly missed. Condolences to his family. A true rugby league great. Thanks for the memories. RIP Mike
A sad day for the Gregory family our thoughts are with you. A Gentleman in everyway, sleep tight big fella, RIP
Really feel for Mikes family, he was truly a great bloke and a legend in our game, he always gave a full 100% in every game and was inspiring as a skipper , you can only lead by example and what a lead he gave his teams, he was enjoying a very successful coaching career when this cruel illness struck and who knows where he could have gone with that, his pedigree should have seen him coaching GB at some point, his family while suffering terribly at this time should be tremendously proud of him and the undoubted respect he has from his peers in the game should comfort them RIP Mike Gregory.
A sorry day, sincere condolences to Erica, Sam & Ben, a true ambassador of the greatest game, a gentleman, an inspiration & a true leader. Our game needs more players like 'Greg' a man that played the game hard but fair, 'hero' is such an over used title in many circles, but not in this case Sorely missed in all Rugby circles RIP Mike Gregory
hearing the news of mikes death has been a massive shock. we send our deepest condolences to his family and hope they know that his rugby league family are heart broken today
Was shocked and saddened to hear of this, i will never forget the legendary run that Mike took us on all the way to the Grand Final in 2003, and then the Cup in 2004, he would've been a top class coach if such a sad illness hadn't have occured. Thanks for the memories Mike, you're a true legend in your own right. RIP
True legend R.I.P.
Mike - I'm happy for you as you've gone to a better place, one with no more pain. You leave us with some wonderful memories. Though we mourn your passing, we also celebrate your life, even though it was far too short. To Sam, Ben and Erica - I hope it's some comfort to you that your Dad/husband was so well-liked and respected - a good guy all round. He brought happiness and inspiration to lots of people all around the world. Be proud.
Mike Gregory was a person whose only contact I had was to shake his hand and say a few words of congratulation after a victory over Australia. His achievements as a player, however, left a lasting impression on me. The respect he commands throughout the Rugby League world will stay with me forever. My respect and sincere condolences to his family at this very sad time.
A very sad day - the game has lost one of its greats. Remember the Sydney Football Stadium try against the old enemy. Condolences to Mike's family who have acted with such dignity.
Mike Gregory was a person whose only contact I had was to shake his hand and say a few words of congratulation after a victory over Australia. His achievements as a player, however, left a lasting impression on me. The respect he commands throughout the Rugby League world will stay with me forever. My respect and sincere condolences to his family at this very sad time.
A very sad day - the game has lost one of its greats. Remember the Sydney Football Stadium try against the old enemy. Condolences to Mike's family who have acted with such dignity.
I'm at a loss, completely gutted at the death of Mike but I'm relieved that his suffering is now over and he is in a better place. Never let his memory be forgotten, RIP
My prayers are with his family, he will be sadly missed by all Wigan Rugby fans
Mike was such a true legend to the game. Rugby League has lost such a great character. My condolencies to Erica, Ben and Sam. Rest In Peace Mike
Mike was such a true legend to the game. Rugby League has lost such a great character. My condolencies to Erica, Ben and Sam. Rest In Peace Mike
R.I.P. Mike A credit to the game and a true British Lion in every sense of the word. Condolensces to your wife and boys.
Great player - sorry to see you go.
RIP Mike Gregory a rugby league legend and a great person. When you were coach at Wigan I never felt like a fan , I felt like a friend. RIP 1964 - 2007.
R.I.P Mike, what a waste of a short life, condolences to all the family at this very sad time.
R.I.P. Mike and condolences to his family and friends. A great rugby player but more importantly a true gentleman on and off the field.
God Bless you Mike. I only met you a couple of times, but you were very friendly, polite and a true Gent. Your role at Wigan held so much promise - unfortunately unfulfilled. A warrior to the end - and a warrior throughout your life. You were and are an inspiration. Donna, Jake and Connor. A sad day. The RL world has lost a good man. My condolences to his family.
Our Deepest Sympathy To the Gregory Family. Sleep Tight Mike. It is a sad world today having lost a True Gentleman And A True Hero.
a very sad day for RL. RIP Mike. My thoughts are with your Family and Friends at this difficult time xx
RIP MIKE. GREAT PLAYER AND AN OUTSTANDING INDIVIDUAL IN EVERY SENSE OF THE WORD A truly great player and mans man GOD BLESS RIP WARRIOR FAN
Best wishes to those closest to Mike at this time. You great person both on and off the pitch, and a great inspiration to all those who knew of him. RIP and tear.
As Swinton's coach he always had time for all the fans to talk Rugby and never hid behind any excuses. Was a hero as a player and as a man
toutes mes condoléances à sa famille, à ses amis et à ses proches.
RIP Mike, will always remember that 3rd test in 1988 and the style of no nonsense play that made you a favourite player of mine, regardless of club. Deepest Sympathy to the family
A sad loss to "The Greatest Game" - Deepest sympathy to family and friends.... For anyone to die so young is sad. For someone with such talent and with a family, it's tragic. Hopefully his family will in the future take some comfort from knowing that Mike left an indelible mark in the memory of tens of thousands of people who will mourn his passing. Few others achieve that in much longer lives.
My prayers for the family at this time and into the future. Jim
A true gent and a very sad loss to the game. Sincerest condolances to your family and friends. RIP Mike.
This is a loss to RL, but also a massive loss to the world in general. Greg had the respect of players as they knew he would pull on shirt and run through a brick wall if he could. That is why he would of been the best GB coach for years. My thoughts are with his family at this time. I hope these words and all the others being written show how much everyone thought of Mike, and that they are able to provide some small degree of comfort. RIP Mike
deepest sympathy to erica and family , a true hero and gentleman of the game
Mike, your time at the cherry and whites was sadly cut short but your stay will never be forgotten. R.I.P big man and sincere condolensies to anyone who had the pleasure of knowing you.
R.I.P Mike Deapest Symphathy to the Gregory Family on your sad loss I had the pleasure of seeing Mike play for Warrington & Great Britain on many occassions always 100% from a truly fantastic player will be sadly missed by all rugby league fans But Never Forgotten
A sad loss to RL, but my thoughts are with his family. A True RL Great. Mike Gregory RIP.
Farewell Mike! You will always be an inspiration to everyone who knew of you! We have lost a true gent! but now rest dear Mike! Rest in Peace
Farewell Mike! You will always be an inspiration to everyone who knew of you! We have lost a true gent! but now rest dear Mike! Rest in Peace
Farewell Mike! You will always be an inspiration to everyone who knew of you! We have lost a true gent! but now rest dear Mike! Rest in Peace
Farewell Mike! You will always be an inspiration to everyone who knew of you! We have lost a true gent! but now rest dear Mike! Rest in Peace
Sorry to hear about mike, i used to train at the same gym, always had time to talk to you, all round great bloke and a top rugby league player.
WHAT A LEGEND.YOU WILL BE MISSED BY YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS AND EVERYONE CONNECTED WITH RUGBY LEAGUE.GOD BLESS.RIP
WHAT A LEGEND.YOU WILL BE MISSED BY YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS AND EVERYONE CONNECTED WITH RUGBY LEAGUE.GOD BLESS.RIP
WHAT A LEGEND.YOU WILL BE MISSED BY YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS AND EVERYONE CONNECTED WITH RUGBY LEAGUE.GOD BLESS.RIP A very sad loss. As a Wigan fan Mike Gregory was player I respected and always knew he would give 100% in any game - one player who you knew would take the game to the opposition. After finishing he had all the makings of a top class coach - his unfortunately short tenure at Wigan held so much promise. A genuinely top man off the field as well. Respected by all.
To Mike, who played the game as it should be played.
Condolences to the Gregory family at this tim, a part of Rugby League has been lost forever
A Legend, a gentleman and an inspiration. R.I.P Mike
Deepest condolences to Mike's family and friends on the passing of a rugby league great and an inspiration to us all. RIP Mike.
what a great man and a great player who will be sadly missed by everyone. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Greg was a Legend no matter where he played or coached he changed that team, his passion for the game will live on.
Though I never knew you personally, I'll never forget you and THAT try. RIP champ.
just like to echo the rip and tear campaign, what a speech, what a man. Deepest condolences to his family and friends
Sincere Condolences, a legend both on and off the pitch.
VERY SHOCKED AND SADDENED TO HEAR SUCH SAD NEWS. HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED, CONDOLENCES TO HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS
A rugby legend i also agree in the changing of the man of steel name. One of the greatest to ever step on a rugby pitch. What an influencing person never stopped fighting. If he hit a brick wall he wouldnt turn round and go back... he would find a way to get over it. A true rugby great. Will be VERY VERY sadley missed. I send my prayers to his family and freinds and am trying to think of a tributing song to sing at games. RIP Mike mate You will always have a place at Wigan.
A true hero both on and off the field, an inspiration to us all with the dignity and courage he showed. RIP Mike and thanks for the memories.
Genuinely a massive loss to RL. I hope it is some comfort to his family at this difficult time to see the esteem Mike was held in by RL and the wider sporting public. The way he dealt with his illness was truly inspirational. RIP Mike. Mike was a great player and, by all accounts, a fine man. Sincere condolences.
RIP mike. Condolences to your family. I have only seen you on video, but you were a great player, and a great, honest coach.
A true champion in every sense of the word. He will always be remembered
Thanks for the memories,taken to early. From a grateful Swinton Lions fan.
SAD SAD DAY FOR RUGBY LEAGUE G
Back to the grass roots whence he came. He'll be happy there I'm sure.
A very sad loss to the game of Rugby League. A brilliant player and a great coach. R.I.P Mike Condolances to all the Gregory family
A very sad loss to the game of Rugby League. A brilliant player and a great coach. R.I.P Mike Condolances to all the Gregory family
His loss to the sport of rugby league is but a footnote to the immense and profound loss to his wife and two young sons. But I hope they can take at least some comfort in the deep sense of loss felt by all who knew Mike Gregory only through the distinction he showed in his passion and talent for sport, and the dignity he retained when misfortune claimed his health, and ultimately his life. Cruelly cut off in his prime, Gregory was a man who commanded respect, in the toughest of sports. His sons can look back with an enormous sense of pride at the achievements of their father, and his wife will always keep the memories of a man who everyone will remember fondly as a true gentleman. A tremendously sad loss to all, but to those who knew and loved him, we hope our sharing of your grief, eases the pain in some small but meaningful way.
RIP Mike, True Warrior, True Fighter, True Legend.
RIP Mike, True Warrior, True Fighter, True Legend.
a kind and gentle man,a real gentleman at all times.he will be deeply missed by everyone.he fought to the end with the same conviction,that had made him one of the greatest rugby league players ever to have graced the field.you will always be there in the minds of your fans.
Sincere Condolences to Mike's Family! No one will ever forget that try for GB at the Sydney Football Stadium! A true great in many, many ways! RIP Mike
Our sincere condolences to Erica, Ben and Sam. Greave as you will, but be assured he is resting in the loving arms of Jesus Christ. Great to watch, this Pom turned up to play every time he put his boots on! Rest in Peace Mike and thanks for the memories mate
R.I.P Mike you are a ture Great Britain legend!
My most sincere condolences to Erica and the boys. What a brave and dignified man your husband/father was. Thanks for sharing him with us. The world is a better place for Mike having spent time here. Rest in peace big fella.
Many memories of Mike as a player. This is a tragic loss to the Rugby League world. Deepest sympathies to Mikes family and friends at this sad time. Take comfort in the fact that he will be remembered as one of the games great players.
One of the powerful figures I grew up watching as a teenager. He made my year in 1988 when he scored the match clinching try at the SFS. A great player and a humble man. A sad loss.
RIP, Great tough player, gave us Aussies a pounding, always gave 100%. You will be missed.
A true great of the game who emboddied all that is good about our great game - a tenacious attitude with the rugby skills to match - surely a perfect role model for anyone. Mike's memory will live on for generations, the rugby league community and the sporting world has a lost a true hero. RIP Mike Gregory
top guy and a great player who would be welcome in any team in the world , condolences to all his family . Players and supporters will miss him ,gone but never forgotten.
Fairwell and God Bless Mike, thankyou for your wonderful service to rugby league and sport in general. Top bloke, top player and a top coach. You'll be missed.
An immense player , an inspration to all , he will be sadly missed. Our thoughts go out to his family at this time. Rugby League has lost a true Legend. A warrior till the end. RIP
just a note express my deepest sympathy to Mikes family & friends. Mike Greogry, a true hero of the worldwide RL family who will be greatly missed. R,I,P, MIKE
God bless Mike, a true gent, and a hero and warrior on and off the field, never forget that try in Sydney or all your hard work when you were coach at Swinton.
RIP Mike, your try in 88 against Oz will live forever.
Top player, top coach, top bloke! Despite his illness, Mike and his family came to Swinton last season to present the cheque for our annual sponsored walk for Leukaemia Research. The Greatest Game has lost a great, and he'll be sadly missed! Rest in peace mate. truly one of the greats , RL will miss your never give in attitude, your honesty and loyalty. M. O .S for sure ! Rest in peace Mike, and captain THE UPSTAIRS 13 HEROS TO MORE GREATNESS.
condolences to the gregory family the game has lost a true legend and a gent
A man who put everything in to all he didon the field of play. Very sad news A Rhino fan
I was on that tour in 1988 when he scored that try and it was something special to see the aussies beaten in their own back yard. Even though he never played for us (Wigan) you always knew you would be in for a hard game whenever he played against us. In his short spell as our coach he did everything that could be asked and it was a tragedy when he was struck down with this illness He played the game hard but fair and was a constant inspiration to his team whether it was Warrington or GB. Not only as his family lost a husband and father but Rugby League in general as lost a true legend, not many can be called that. He will be truly missed by all.
It was an honour to watch you - the primrose and blue jersey has never been filled by a more decent, gracious, talented and decent man. In a world lacking good people and true sporting heroes you were both and will be greatly missed, but never forgotten.
Thanks for the memories you leave us with Mike. Your were a true warrior. You were inspirational to many young players around my time. Farewell mate.
A great player and manager. He will be sorely missed in the game he loved. My condolences and prayers go to the family.
Rest in Peace Mike - legend of Warrington, GB and a gentleman. It was pleasure to see you in the Primrose and Blue Shirt and of course leading your club and country with such distinction. Condolences to Erica, Sam and Ben. You fought your illness as hard as you played the greatest game. We will never forgot you and your memory will live on forever.
This has been a sad day for Rugby League. My thoughts and prayers are with Erica, Ben and Sam at this very sad and difficult time
R.I.P. Mike , you really were a rugby league legend and a rugby hero to many Warrington fans , had the honour to have watched many of your games for the Wire , always remember your position infront of the posts whenever the opposition were kicking a penalty. One of the Wires finest players , you will leave a lot of people with alot of happy memories of you.
Was lucky enough to see this legend of the game play. An inspiration to all, and a true gent to boot. My condolences go out to his family at this time.
I count myself lucky to have met Mike a few times (he worked with my sister at Swinton and Wigan). He was an inspirational leader, a tremendous athlete and a Wigan lad through and through. He will be sorely missed by the entire RL world. My sincerest condolences go to his family at this incredibly difficult time.
Greatly missed but never forgotten. Rest in peace Mike. Our thoughts are with his family at this sad time.
What a player. What a man. Rest in Peace, Mike.
I am so sorry for your loss and for the loss of a great man in the Sport of Rugby League and in the world in general. A great player and inspirational captain, a first class coach but most of all, a very nice man who will be sadly missed bu all who knew him or simply watched him play the game that we all love! R.I.P.
Always a Warrior.
My condolences to all his family and friends and all who ever saw him and admired the way he played, particularly in england. He was a true workhorse and an inspirational leader. A definite great in British rugby league.
Not just a Wire legend, the game as whole has lost one of the greatest. RIP Mike .
So long Mike. A true legend and a true guy. You will never be forgotten at Warrington or anywhere mate. Thoughts are with friends & family. (A true waste).
Very sad day when I heard the news yesterday, even though I had never met him. The dignity and courage he showed in coping with his illness was an inspiration. Deepest sympathy to Mike's family and friends. God bless Mike.
a tragic loss to family and friends and to the game of rugby league. always played with pride and passion and was a pleasure to have seen him play.
I fondly remember Mike as a player for both GB and Warrington. In the Wigan/Warrington Challenge Cup final I recall he whole hearted display and his emotional lap of honour afterwards, we Wigan supporters cheered him off the pitch! Perhaps most of all I shall remember his charity event at St. Pats. I'm not from Wigan and don't know any players personally but the love and respect everyone taking part clearly had for Mike was something I shall never forget. God bless you Mike, and my sincere best wishes to all his friends and family.
RIP Mike. A true legend. Warrington will never forget you.
Never had the priviledge to witness your prowess as a player Mike, but even as a coach at Wigan you touched my heart and everyone around. Will truly be missed by all Rugby League fans worldwide. God bless you, your family and all those who you held close to your heart. You will always be close to ours. MIKE GREGORY - Rugby League Legend
A legend both on and off the field. Rest In Peace Mike
Sydney Third Test and THAT try!! RIP Mike ,a true loss to a great game
R.I.P Mike, honoured to have seen you play. A true gent and thanks for the memories. My thoughts are with your family.
R.I.P. Mike. Never forgotten.
A great player, leader and man. RIP Mike.
great player,great man,great loss!
To mike's family and friends may I offer my sincere condolences he was a true legend always had time for fans a real gentleman with a big heart r.i.p mike
A Man of Steel if ever the was one. RIP Mike Gregory.
Very sad to hear this news. Mike played with courage and endured this illness in the same way. His family have my admiration for the way they worked so tirelessly to combat this affliction and, of course, they have my sympathy. I was unfortunate in not seeing him play for my team (Warrington), but I know that all who did felt honoured to have done so. He is a great loss to our Rugby League family.
deepest sympathy to mikes wife and children and to all his family.he was great ambassador for rugby. simply the best.
we didnt know him personally but one thing we do know is that he was a true legend and will be sadly missed he is an inspiration to everybody our prayers go out to his family at this hard time R.I.P Mike Gregory you will Never be forgotten throughout rugby league
RIP Mike,you were a great rugby player and an even greater man God Bless
I watch your whole career at Warrington, you were special and set a fantastic example to all, not only in Rugby League. It is a sad day, you will be missed by all. RIP Mike.
A fantastic sports man, an outstanding rugby league player, and a brilliant father and husband, to his wife and 2 wonderful children. Mike will live on in all true rugby league fans hearts throughout the world, he was a legend! After meeting Mike on a number of occasions, what an out standing man, who would do anything for anybody. May he rest in peace, and long live the legend that is the one and only Mike Gregory! God Bless
A legend in the true meaning of the word. An absolute inspiration, will be sadly missed by everyone! Condolences to all family, especially wife and children!
Rest peacfully now Mike, the fight is over. Condolences to his family.
I watched your whole career at Warrington, you were a very special special person and set a fantastic example to all, not only in Rugby League. It is a sad day, you will be missed by all. My deepest sympathy to your family, they will take comfort knowing your pain is now over.. RIP Mike.
Mike, You were a true legend on and off the field. You were also a top bloke. The game of rugby league has lost one of its true greats. Deepest condolances to the Gregory family. Mike god bless you, and may you rest in peice. LEGEND
RIP Mike..you will never be forgotten.. A true warrior to the end! Our thoughts are with you and your family at this very sad time.
RIP Mike, you will be sadly missed. I'll always remember you coming into the South Stand bar after we'd beaten Saints, and how happy you were, and how proud of the team and the fans.
Mike Gregory a true legend of the game.He will be missed by many and remembered throughout the Rugby League community that was part of his family.Rest in peace Mike.
We would like to offer our condolences to Mike's family and friends at this sad time. You will be truely missed but never forgotten in the rugby world. Your a rugby legend and always will be. Rest in Peace Mike
Mike you where a true Warrior. You may have left for the great rugby field in the sky but the legend that was Mike Gregory will never be forgotten rest in peace.
Mike Gregory was the greatest player NEVER to play for Wigan during the glory years and that was the only thing from that period I regretted during that time as he would have made us complete. That's how high I regard him. R.I.P Mike.
Gutted your gone Mike, but you will never be forgotten. Heaven has come to soon.
Deepest sympathy to all his family and friends. Such a sad loss and heartbreaking to see such a strong man struck down far too early in his years by a terrible illness. Hope you are at rest without pain and suffering. Well done to all those supporting the charity, please continue the good work to honour Mike's name
Greg, May you rest in peace. Goodbye and God Bless.
God bless you Mike, may you rest in peace. You'll always be remembered for being one of those Gregory brothers causing havoc against the Aussies!!
My condolences to mikes family at this sad time ,the world has lost one of the most respected people in sport not just rugby .He was a true professional on and off the field and a true legend not just to warrington but to the whole of rugby league.
Sending this message from Oshawa, Ontario, Canada, Mike was a fantastic talent to the great game, and such a loss at such a young age. My thoughts are with his loved ones at this moment in time. I was fortunate enough to have been able to see Mike play before I moved, and met him a few years ago too, a great guy who will be very sadly missed RIP
Rugby league was mike's heart & soul what a great loss to everyone RIP
Greg was an outstanding player and will be sadly missed by rugby league fans young and old, we love you greg R.I.P
Greg was an outstanding player and will be sadly missed by rugby league fans young and old, we love you greg R.I.P
Greg was an outstanding player and will be sadly missed by rugby league fans young and old, we love you greg R.I.P
Thanks Mike for all the pleasure you gave us. You were a giant in the game and a true gentleman. Rest in Peace.
what a sad loss of a genuine bloke who never took a backwards step when playing the game or battling his illness. condolences to his family
Very, very sad news. He seemed well loved within the game and it's such a shame that his coaching career was cut short and then of course his life was cut short by this horrific illness. My thoughts go out to his friends and family at this difficult time.
A tragic loss to the game. You will be sorely missed. RIP
Farewell to a great RL player and gentleman - best wishes to all his friends ,family and supporters...the game is minus one more legend on his passing.
R.I.P mike you where an amazing player and if you'd have your chance could have been a very succesful coach, you proved that with 2 finals. The game has lost a great player and coach The world has lost a great man
Mike Gregory legend on and off the field ,was always passionate about everything he did .My thoughts are with his family at this time...........R.I.P Greg
god bless you, shine like the star you've always been
Thanks for the memories Mike, have a great game up there!Look over the Wire when you can, you'll be sadly missed
R I P Mike. You were a great sportsman and a gentleman.
Gutted when I heard. A tragic waste of a life with so much still to give. Stay alive.
Condolences and upmost sympathy to his family from a Rugby League fan in Guernsey, Channel Islands, shocking loss to the Sport
Such Sad news A total legend as a player and a man. RIP and my thoughts to his family.
R I P Mike.
A terrible loss. RIP Mike
RIP Mike, a true rugby legend. my thoughts lie with his family at this devestating time, he was a fantastic player and person and he will leave us with some fantastic memories from his inspiration rugby skills. Rugby has lost its favourite son and it wont be the same without him. He will be a dearly missed player and person RIP MIKE ! ! !
A very sad day, such a great loss, The Primrose & Blue have lost their 'God' The Lord needed a legend, and so for you he sent So up in Heaven play to your hearts content. Mike, you will be sorely missed, a great loss to everyone. We have so many memories of you. Our thoughts go to Erica, Ben & Sam. Good night, God Bless
Unfortunately I didn't actively follow the game when Greg was at his prime. But still remember him been a tremendous competitor whenever he turned out against Cas. Like a lot of people my main playing memory him, will be the try he scored that day at the SFS. The effort he showed to score that try was phenominal, but I think even that pails into insignificance, compared to how he motivated a team battered, bruised and under strength GB players to turn over the aussies in their own backyard. Later in his career he was turning into a bright, young, british coach. Sadly we will never know if would fulfill this potential. It also has to be noted, the courage, strength and humility he showed through his illness. A Great Man A Great Leader A Great Loss RIP
A true professional, A great character and ambassador for the game. A sad day indeed for the Rugby League family to lose someone so young. Who can forget Sydney 1998 and that try. RIP Mike
R.I.P Mike, i was lucky enough to meet you in person and play under at swinton lions when you where coach. The game of rugby league has lost a great man and top bloke. coldolences to his wife and children.
Mike was a true giant of the game Our thoughts are with you!
A wonderful player, power and commitment personified. A tragic loss to our game. A player you always wanted on your team and one who always commanded respect from opposition fans.
R.I.P Mike . My Condolonces go to your family and friends. You were an inspiration to many, and will never be forgotten
I had the pleasure to watch you take us to two finals whilst you were our coach. RIP and tear Mike god bless Erica and the boys as wellxx
sincere condolences to the family R.I.P. Mike
Sad mate. RIP.
An absolute legend and a great loss to the world of Rugby League. May you finally rest in Peace. My thoughts are with your family during this difficult time.
Deepest sympathy to Mike's wife and family, I remember sharing some banter with Mike when he was leaving the pitch injured at the Boulevard during an A team fixture.A true gentleman who, throughout,conducted himself with the kind of dignity and humility that is beyond most of our pampered sportstars.Truly the Man Of Steel
Lucky enough to have seen you play had me jumping around my front room as a kid with that try in Oz. Just unfortunate you didnt get chance to make Wigan great again. Thanks for the Memories you will be sadly missed. Condolances to his family. RIP League Legend
I never saw Mike play, but reading so many of these tributes helps me to understand just how much we've lost with his passing. Sincere condolences to his family and friends.
A GREAT PLAYER WHO LED FROM THE FRONT AND NEVER GAVE UP. R.I.P. GREG
if i had a fraction of the qualities that mike had i would be a very lucky man.what a sad loss to rugby league.he will be sadly missed.
Deepest sympathies go to Erica and family , mike was a very brave man and a hero to all, who will be sadly missed . Goodnight Godbless mike RIPx
It is with great saddness I heard of the passing of Mike Gregory he truly was a legend in his lifetime, a great loss to his family, friends ,fans and rugby league. God Bless
I can only echo all the comments made by other Supporters and Mike Gregorys fellow professionals. The man was an idol on the pitch and a complete gent off it. Sometimes life deals a poor hand, but Mike was man enough to take it on the chin and fight the battle like the true man his is. My Thoughts are with his family & friends. A sad loss. RIP.
R.I.P Mike. Such a tragic loss. My condolonces go to all your family and friends.
rip mike spoke to u few times in jjb soccer dome .you were a true gent
The game has lost a true legend.My heart goes out to his wife and children
Fans of all RL Clubs honour you. That says it all . . . God Bless, Mike.
my first ever game at wilderspool the wire v halifax, wire 20 odd points up and fax went for goal(not sure why)and mike faceing his oen posts arms aloft praying he would miss,form that point on every shot at goal(went on for years) i would just watch mike greg and smile.god bless captin.Rest In Peace
Not one of the best - HE WAS THE BEST. R.I.P. Mike
RIP Mike. You will be sorely missed by all who ever knew you. you touched more lives than you will ever know.
Would just like to send best wishes to Mikes family & friends at this sad time. I enjoyed reading Mikes book a few months ago and was really touched by it.
My sincere condolences to the family. Watching him streak away during that test match all those years ago helped this then 9 year old develop a love of Rugby League that will never waiver. A family man taken too young.
A true giant of the game . One of those players you just wished played for your side. Condolances to his family and friends.
Mike Gregory was,when i was growing up, one of the top players in the game - always came across as a true gentleman as well as a great player - i could never understand how such a nice guy could become this warrior on the field!!. always wanted a player like mike at my club.a HUGE loss to his family, his friends, anyone that knew him AND the rugby league family has lost one of its most liked sons RIP MIKE GREGORY - RL LEGEND !
R.I.P mike gregory ..........such a sad loss of a big man.........all my thoughts are with his wife and children.
Greg was a truly inspirational man, may he finally be pain-free in the great rugby field in the sky. RIP Mike.
One of the all time greats of rugby league , will never be forgotten by any fans espcially Wigan and Warrington fans, R.I.P Mike Gregory a true great of the sport and will be sadly missed
Very sad to hear this terrible news today. Condolences and best wishes to Mike's family and friends at this sad time.
It's sad news, the passing of a gentleman and sportsman of high quality. Our condolences to his family and friends.
RIP Mike. Legends and heroes don't come along often and he was one without a doubt. A model professional and true gentleman. One of the outstanding loose forwards to play the game in the last 25 years. Our thoughts are with your close family and friends.
God Bless you Greg, thanks for the memories.
Great Player, Great Man, you deserved a 2nd half filled with Great Times. RIP Greg
Sadly Mike Gregory lost his battle on Sunday with the crippling disease that struck him down at such a tender age If reports are correct, the fact that it could have been caused by an insect bite suffered whilst on an Australian tour with the GB team make it a doubly cruel blow for such a well respected and talented player I am sure those who saw him play know full well that he always led by example and he was an extremely tough opponent - fully dedicated to the our great game and sport in general. Deepest condolences to his wife, his young sons, and all his family and close friends on their sad loss.
Sleep well Mike,you will always be remembered as one of the greats, both as a player and a friend to many.Our prayers and thoughts to Erica and your boys.God Bless.
A Great player,great man and will be sadly missed by all in Rugby league,condolences to his family
One tough man till the end, deepest sympathies to all the family. God Bless.
Mike, an inspiration on the field and off it. A great character who's ideals we should all aspire to - 100% effort, commitment and, above all, courage in the face of adversity. It feels like we've all lost a friend. Your family, though heartbroken, should all be so proud of your remarkable struggle. Your suffering is over Mike. Somewhere in heaven, a hulking blonde warrior has regained his swagger.
R.I.P. Mike,top player and a top man!
When I heard the news spoke to my dad we both remember mikes 88 try when scoring against the ausseis was a miracle never mind winning. a true giant amongst rugby players & Men
Rest in Peace, Mike, you are now free from all the pain. You have been a credit to rugby league, in every sense of the matter. God Bless Erica, Ben and Sam, thinking about you all at this very sad time. My deepest sympathy to all friends and family. Such a tragic loss to the world of rugby league.
I first met Mike as coach to Wigan schoolboys, when Steve McLeod, his coach at St.John Fisher,sent him down saying"This lad has a big Heart"--I will never forget that comment, because at first he demonstrated extraordinary stamina, as if he did indeed have an outsize pump. Of course he has demonstrated the other meanings of "heart" -courage, kindness,care-not least in his fight in the last few years, supported by an indefatigable,able, and loving wife, his family and friends.A great hearted warrior on the field, he was a warm, kind and fun guy off it. He showed us how to live, how to fight fate, how to die with dignity. There's a great spirit gone, but he will remain an inspiring example to us all.
Mike you are at piece now and the pain as gone ,our thoughts and prayers are with your family ,you was a"True Legend"
RIP Mike, you were and still are a legend. A boyhood hero, a true professional and an honest gentleman. Goodnight, god bless.
A fantastic player a true embassador for the game and towards the end a real trooper. Condolences to his wife and his beautiful children I was young when I lost my dad I hope his memory lives with them forever!!!
Certainly one of Warrington's all-time greats. A cruel way for any athlete to pass away, but when they're 'one of your own' whom you've seen in their pomp.... A truly great captain for 'Wire'. Heartbreaking to see him in a wheelchair.....and to leave us at such a young age just isn't fair. A champion representative for the game, well-liked and respected by all: such a terrible loss. Sincere condolences to his wife and children.
God night God Bless Mike, It was a pleasure having known such a gentlemen and great Rugby Player. Our thoughts are with Erica, Ben and Sam. Rest in Peace.
Mike had pride, passion, determination and a huge amount of talent. He was everything a sportsman should be and this was proved by becoming captain of his country in the toughest and greatest game of all. It is so sad that he has been taken from us but he made a huge impact in his short life and leaves us with only good memories.
my deepest condolences to his family, he was a true professional and a role model for so many, he will be sorely missed in both terms of a great rugby player but a great man. sorry for your loss.
RIP Mike, a true legend.
Every game in a Warrington shirt always a good game, gave his life and soul to Rugby League. RIP Mike (A true legend)
A sad loss, Mike was and will always be a GB Legend.... RIP Mike
A great player, a great coach, and a great bloke.
Mike Gregory An Absolute Legend....an inspiration to everyone whilst playing the game he loved and whilst fighting his illness.YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN MIKE. Our thoughts and condolences go to his wife and two sons
RIP Mike A true legend
RIP MIKE A TRUE LEGEND AND A GREAT MAN
RIP Mike. A great player and ambassador for Rugby League. Always tried his best. Chasing down Shaun Edwards at Wembely in 1990 and then when Shuan on one knee passed to another Wigan Player getting to him and almost stopping him as well epitomised Mike Gregorys comittment and effort. Their were many other examples of this throughout his Rugby Career and Life. Sympathy to Mikes Wife, Children and Family.
A very sad day for the game of RL. My hero has passed away. The way he played and the way he fought his illness and certain people at Wigan RLFC are a credit to him and his family. He is a "true legend" i know it is a much over used term but in this case it is most fitting. My thoughts are with Erica and his two boys and the rest of his family God Bless you MIKE, you will be missed greatly. My memories of you will live on till the day my time is up. RIP
Very sad loss. RIP Mike
God bless mike, a real inspiration to all.
In a career and life littered with glory and great achievement, some highlights from my personal perspective as a Warrington fan during Mike Gregory's career. To remain with the Warrington club throughout the vast majority of his professional career. THAT try in Sydney in 1988. I will NEVER tire of watching it. His performance at Wembley in 1990 for a comfortably beaten team. Even my own relatives from Wigan conceded he was the stand-out player and should have collected the Lance Todd trophy. Mike - thank you. To his family - thank you and my complete and utter admiration for your dignity during these last few years.
May you rest in peace Mike, a true legend of the game and will be sadly missed. Condolences to his wife and 2 sons and to the rest of his family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
An inspiration and example to all. A role model to all sportsmen. A tragic loss to his family but someone who they can always be immensly proud of.
I watched all of Mike Gregorys career at warrington and it is no exageration to say that there will probably never be another player like him again. He was ten years ahead of his time in attitude and fitness - just think how good he would have been in the super league arena we enjoy now. I, and all my family, extend our deepest condolences to Mikes family and sincerely hope that in some way the massive outpouring of affection shown for this great man will help them at this difficult time. Your loss is felt by everyone connected with the great game. R.I.P. Mike Gregory
R.I.P Mike..it was a honour and a privlage to see you play..great player and a great person..a sad loss..
Only met Mike once when I was working at the Town Hall following the 1990 final. Mike made a point of going round to each individual member of staff and personally thanking them for the work they had done during the day. Special person and a very special rugby league player.
He gave us hours of pride watching him play for Warrington and his Internation duty was exemplary in every way. Sadly missed Mike.
It was both a pleasure and a privilege to see Mike play in the primrose & blue. Condolences to Erica and her boys. Farewell to a great captain, you'll be missed.
RIP Captain Marvel. You are an inspiration to us all. Your spirit, courage and leadership will always live on. God bless you.
Very tragic news, especially for someone so young. RIP Mike.
god bless a legend.as a kid, a person i admired captain marvel loved watching you play ,will never forget playing at bradford in the quarter final of the challenge cup and greg holding the ball up to the warrington fans has the lads came out to play sent shivers down your spine ;a player that i will never foget as long as i live
We always knew that Mike would run through brick walls if necessary, for any team that he represented. Thanks for the memories, Mike. Rest in Peace. May God bless your wife and two young sons.
Mike Gregory was a great, a player ahead of his time. Condolences to his family and friends.
Mike Gregory was an inspiration to all, he certainly showed people how to fight with dignity and pride, a great loss to Rugby League, although a sad time I am sure his family and friends will be immensely proud of Mike and everything he achieved in his life. Our thoughts and condolences go to his wife, children, family and friends. RIP Mike.
Firstly can I echo all the previous comments, Mike was a man who had that rare trait that even people who had never met him, respected him. I never met Mike, but I was privileged enough to attend the event at Wigan St Pats for him, that showed to me how universally well liked mike was, and how highly respected he was. To die at such a young age, with a young family is a tragic waste, however mike has touched so many lives both with his RL career and his courage in his fight against terrible illness that he will never be forgotten. The word legend is used a lot, but Mike was a legend, and will live on. Sleep well, best wishes to his family and friends
Mike was a true legend in every sense of the word He led by example he is a sad loss to our game Goodnight god bless Mike
RIP Mike Gregory - A friend to many, an inspiration to all.
one of the greatest rugby league ledgends ever to pull on a jersey and wore the gb shirt with pride
He was a wonderful player and a hugely promising coach. My thoughts are with Erica and his two sons. RIP Mike
RIP Mike - a true lover of the sport and a great inspiration to us all
A great player and coach dearly missed
All the best Mike RIP . Your battle has brought me to tears. My wishes and prayers are with The Gregory family at this delicate time. From one human being to another you deserved much more than this. Sleep peacfully big man x
Brave on the field, brave in illness. An example to everyone. A family man who will be greatly missed. God be with the family in their grief.
My heart & thoughts go out to Mike's Family and Friends. He was a great player, manager and ambasador to the sport of rugby league. You will be sadly missed.
Fantastic Player, 100% Effort Every Game, He was the sort of player Rugby League was made for. As a Halifax Fan i always hoped he had a quite game against us, but i Honestly dont think he ever did! I Spent an hour yesterday talking to my Dad on the phone about Mike Gregory and he didnt even Play for the team we support. Says it all ! One of the best! R.I.P Mike.
I never Saw you play Mike but i saw you battle a disease with such courage and determination. I lost my mum 2 years agao to the same the same condition and it brings it all back to me which is very hard! Im not from Warrington but got into our great game 7 years ago and the Wire have been close in my heart ever since and have the game in my blood now and allways will. RIP Mike a true Warringtonian and trust the club to find a fitting way to remember what a legend you were. Time is a great healer but my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Great man and Great player! Very sad that he has been taken from his family and friends.
An absolute legend and a real British icon...may he rest in peace.
Even though I never saw you play, I know the great good you did for the game and also your immense potential as a coach which unfortunately was never recognised. You and your spirit will be sadly missed in rugby league. Jon Finney. St Helens RIP Mike. Felt genuinely upset on hearing the sad news. You were a true legend
RIP Mike . You will never be forgotten.
Mike was a true champion of Rugby League as both player and coach. Our thoughts and best wishes go to his family and friends.
A great player will be sadly missed thoughts are with his family R I P
A true great of the British game! A honest, tough and determined character, He gave his all for both his club, Warrington, and Great Britain. He was also developing into one of the best coaches in the game. My heart goes out to his wife, children and the rest of his family & friends.
Goodnight and God bless Rest in peace Mike
Thanks for the memories Mike. Heartfelt condolences to Mikes family and friends. Sad loss to the entire sport of rugby league.
Rugby League has lost one of it's family before his time, a true leader of men and a example to everybody, such a sad loss.
Incredibly incredibly sad news. He was an inspiration to all and seemed a true gent. I am truly shocked at this news and sincere condolonces to his young family. RIP Mike.......you will not be forgotten.
A true legend of the game and and a tremendous leader. His inspirational capabilities on the pitch surpassed only by his inspirational attitude during his illness. A true loss to the sport, and deep condolences and all thoughts with Erica and the boys at this terrible time. RIP Mike, god bless.
My condolences to Erica and the family. As a former referee and touch judge it was my pleasure to have met him. He was a shining example as a player and a coach and bore his illness with dignity. A great loss to the game.
Condolences to Mike's family and friends. Such a sad loss. He was in the year below me at 6th form college although I didn't know him personally. 3rd test, Sydney, 1988, a truly memorable try!
The world is an emptier, sadder place today. A great player and a great bloke whose inspiration and influence will live on in future players. Our thoughts go out to his family who although are hurting should look back on Mike's life with great pride.
My thoughts and prayers are with his family. A sad day for the game. I occasionally watch the game against Australia where he scored 'that' try I shall have a beer next time and drink to his memory RIP Mike
Mike was a wonderful player, a lovely man and a character! He was always loyal to amateur RL club, Wigan St Patricks and that is something St Pats will never forget. He was an ordinary Wiganer and people loved that about him. Why does god always take the good ones? God bless you Mike, you were a star in life and a legend in death. All my sympathy and thoughts are with Mike’s family at this heartbreaking time.
I think that it has all been said. I can't add to it. See ya Greggo and thanks for it all.
pure legend mike rip mate
R.I.P Mike u were a true legend
R.I.P Mike you were a true legend and always be remembered for what you did god bless
to your wife and two son sorry to her about your lost mike was a great footballer what a great lost
I always admired your style of play Greg when i saw you on TV. What a powerful runner and a true leader by example you were. I remember listening to the Test Series on the radio at work in '88 and couldn't wait to see the footage of the marvellous try you scored against the Aussies. You were a real coup in becoming Swinton coach after your retirement and produced a side to be proud of. All the best mate from Queensland, OZ.
You will be sorely missed. RIP
Born a wigoner , always a wire..... Will never forget you walking out at Bradford in the quarters of the challenge cup 1990. Lifting the ball up and pointing to the wire fans.It sends shivers down my spine thinking about it now. God bless mike
TO MIKES FAMILY AND FRIENDS: WE WEREGUTTED TO HEAR OF MIKES PASSING . WE CANT IMAGINE HOW YOU ALL MUST BE FEELING BUT HOPE YOU CAN TAKE SOLACE AND COMFORT FROM THE FACT THAT IN HIS 43 YEARS MIKE ACCOMPLISHED SO MUCH. IT IS VERY RARE FOR A HUMAN BEING TO BE HELD IN SUCH HIGH REGARD BY EVERYONE WHOSE LIFE HE TOUCHED EITHER DIRECTLY FROM MEETING MIKE OR BY ASSOCIATION. AS A WIGAN RL FANS WE ARE PROUD TO SAY MIKE COACHED OUR CLUB AND WE WERE LUCKY TO HAVE HIM .GOD BLESS , YOU ARE ALL IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS
I will never forget meeting both Mike and Joe Lydon on the car park at Central Park years ago and they were chatting away to anybody that spoke to them. He was a genuine bloke and a real gentleman. May he rest in peace. Thanks for the memories.
Mike Gregory----Man of Courage. I think this sums up what he was, on and off the field, right up to the end. Condolences to Erica , Ben and Sam.
A sad day for Rugby, RIP Mike and condolences to your family.
A sad day upon learning of Mikes loss.i never knew him personaly,but always enjoyed his style of forward play which was hard but fair.Good luck in the future to Erica and the boys. Best Regards.
rest in peace mike you will be missed by all rugby league supporters pete from barrow
R.I.P.mike you taught me a great deal fond memories of our times at swinton and salford together.sympathesis to erica,sam and ben
As inspirational off the field as on it. A colossus to the very end. The final hooter blown tragicaly early.
At last all your pain is gone, sleep peacefully Mike. My most sincere condolences to Erica and the boys at this time, I ma thinking of you all.
Mike Gregory - A Granite forward and a true British Lion The World is a sadder place now your gone. RIP Mike
Mike was a true gentleman, player and leader in the rugby league world who did'nt deserve to get this terrible illness. It just shows what a great game rugby league is when it can produce a man like Mike Gregory. Our sincere wishes go out to his wife Erica and sons Ben and Sam and immediate family. God Bless and Rest in Peace.
Thank you for all the great memories you gave us as Great Britan fans & your heart & soul you put into the time you was our Wigan coach. Sport & life has lost a true true hero. Your presence will never be forgotten.
Our loss is Heavens gain. R.I.P
A true legend of the game, will never be forgotton, sorry to see you gone
god what do you say ??? you where someone who cared about rl i hope to god your kids follow in your footsteps they will be stronger for being with you, they will be strong boys and always remember you Erica~ everyone is with you be strong for your children and just remember all the support you have from everyone i hope you can feel the love every day big hugs xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
so long Mike to a fantastic talent and a great coach in the makeing may you now be at rest our thoughts to your family
Condolences to Mike's family R I P Mike
GOD BLESS
GOD BLESS
Mike Gregory was a true rugby league legend and played the game in the right spirit and with a never say die spirit. His passing has left a huge hole in the game and my thoughts are with Erica Sam and Ben at this sad time. I will always remember his try against the Aussies in 1988 to break a 10 year hoodoo against the old enemy. The game has suffered a substantial loss and thanks for the memories Mike you were a true gentleman Mike Gregory Rest in Peace gone but will never be forgotten
so sad.r.i.p.mike gregory.
Words can't describe the feelings. A True Legend and a Gentleman. RIP Mike. The Hopkins Family, Leeds
Words can't describe the feelings. A True Legend and a Gentleman. RIP Mike. The Hopkins Family, Leeds RIP Mike a true legand
I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER GREGS LENGTH OF THE FIELD TRY AGAINST THE AUSSIES IT WAS ONE OF THE BEST TRYS I HAVE EVER SEEN.GREG WAS AN INSPIRATION TO THOUSANDS OF CHILDREN WHO SAW HIM PLAY AND WAS ONE OF THE GAMES TRUE GENTLEMAN. RIP
Great memories, great bloke, immeasurable loss.
A legend in every sense of the word. The world of rugby league has lost an icon. Goobye Mike
rip mike 1 ow the greatest legions around
Your length of the field try in the 1988 3rd test will forever stay in my memory as it was truly inspiring. I got to you know you a little mainly as we shared a laugh and the craic over a beer in Pemps. I'm very happy to have had those experiences. I've watched you on the TV with sadness over the last few years as what was happening to you seemed so unfair. I hope now you are able to rest in a better place and proudly watch your little lads grow up from afar. RIP Greg and sincerest condolences to your family.
Such sad news that such a young man who gave so much and still had so much to give is taken away from us. Not only would I have liked to see him continue coaching Wigan, I would have liked to have seen him involved in the GB setup. He was one of the men who actually had things to say that were worth saying, and clearly a true gentleman. He will be missed. God bless you Mike, A true gent and legend of our great game. Johnny & Michelle Simpkin
deepest saddness
True legend and all round good guy.God Bless Mike,you will be missed it was a pleasure to see you both play and coach...only the good die young!!Everyone who saw what you went through can't failed to be inspired by your dignity and courage even at your lowest moments..God's now got his No13 sorted.
To Mikes family, i dont know you, but as a rugby fan i knew Mike...Try and gain some strength from all our messages, as a Saint i remeber his playing days, a 100 per cent player, and as a coaching assistant here he was well liked ..r i p Mike, you will now be leading a much better team.
Such a top bloke, lost forever but will never be forgotten. I cannot find the words that would comfort his family. Rest in peace.
I read of Mike's passing and feel so sorry for his family who have gone through some harrowing times. Mike is now free of his torment and has left all us RL followers with so many terrific memories of him both on and off the field. Mike was a man among men. As a player and a man he always had our respect. Through his fight against overwhelming odds in the last few years he has set an example to all of us when we are faced with adversity. Let's hope we can meet any adversity with as much dignity and strength of character that Mike has shown. RIP Mike.
i remember watching mike as a boy from the flatcher st at willderspool and wishing that one day i would be lineing up alongside him his grit and dedermination was such a great example to how the game should be played r i p mike and god blees
A very sad loss for the family and friends. Also an ambassador of RL for so many years. Respected by so many from being a player, a captain, a manager, a mighty fine bloke and a very decent human being. Rest in peace Mike. HuddsGiant we have miss the game have lost a le gennd
RIP Mike - a true gentleman and a legend in the modern game. If my lad learns how to play with the same enthusiam and desire as Mike, he will make me a very proud dad. This man is a true rugby league legend. Long may his memory be cherished by fans of the game, no matter what club they support. Deepest sympathy to Mikes friends and family. Please be assured that the pleasure brought to thousands by this gentleman will not be forgotten. A top bloke, player, skipper, and leader of men, good bye old boy, the memory will always live on, RIP
God Bless, I had the pleasure of watching Mike make his GB debut v France and on tv watching his iconic try v Australia-leaving wayne Pearce trailing in his wake. From everything I have read and heard Mike was a wonderful hunan being. His family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers . Ken Johnson
So sorry for your loss - he seemed like a great guy
I'm from St Helens, and Rugby League is in my blood. So very much respect Mike Gregory for the example he has given to all sports fans. I am very touched by this fantastic man unfortunately dying well before his time. My thoughts go out to his wife and family at this terrible time for them. But, at least, your "fella" was a legend, and his name will live on for the noblest of reasons.
Hi A great servant to the game of Rugby League. Mike was treated very badly by Wigan RLFC after He became Ill, and had to take them to a Tribunual for an unfair dismissal payment. I hope that his wife & both the children can move on to greater & better things but still remember what a great Husband & Father he was. My Best Wishes Go To You ALL John & Barbara XXX
r.i.p legend
My condolencies go to the family. I would just like to mention he will never be forgotten. From a rugby League enthusiest in New Zealand God bless
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