Phil Stephenson (17 Jun 1972 - 28 Sep 2019)

Many condolences

Thinking of Phil's family. Lots of great memories of our no.8!

A great young man and dear friend of my joys. Taken far too soon. Our sincere condolences to Kaz, Jack and all the family

A great young man and dear friend of my boys. Taken too soon. Our sincere condolences to Kaz, Jack and all the family 🌹🌹🌹

A great young man and friend to our boys. Taken far too soon. RIP Phil. Our sincere condolences to Caz Jack and all the family 🌹🌹🌹

Phil is a massive inspiration to all of us with his positive attitude and his steely determination to fight everything that was thrown his way. Both JP and Luke looked up to the big man and he is a big influence on their lives. We'll never forget his big smile and that cheeky laugh with which he always made us feel happy. I'll also never forget the countless times I fell over after trying to keep up with the big man when having a drink or 5. R.I.P Phil you are a legend gone but never forgotten x x x

I hope you knew just what an inspiration you were to all of us matey. R.I.P. Stevo. Nick, Sharon, JP and Luke x x x

A wonderful husband, dad, brother, son and friend. A true inspiration, we will miss you phil! RIP. Xxx

Me and my husband Neill watch phil Stephenson play rugby keighley cougars and he great rugby players and great man and think about is family and Friends and sending very big hugs and RIP phil Stephenson and keighley cougars supporters. ❤💚💚💕

neil-hargreaves@sky.com

It is with a very heavy heart I am writing this!
Stevo you were a true warrior.
Never a backward step was taken on the rugby field. You played the game tough but at the same time extremely fair. You were Mr dependable. I was honoured to play alongside you for many years.
Good times were had both on and off the field.
I often wonder why a true gentleman could have the misfortune of being diagnosed with what must be one of the cruelest diseases anyone could possibly endure.
You fought it to the very end with extreme courage. You & Karen were an unbelievable team and the strength you both showed was unprecedented.
I am very humbled to call you a great mate and the memories we have shared together will live with me until we meet up again.
Sorry I carnt be there to celebrate your life but you will be forever in our thoughts! A few fireball shots will be toasted on Thursday in your honour!
RIP Big Phil.
Love Jason & Claire

I didn't no him but heard how brave he was and what a wonderful person he was from my grandson Joshua chapman R.I.P phil

RIP Phil. You will be missed