Neil Smith (5 Mar 1980 - 28 Dec 2020)

On behalf of all associates at Capital One UK

The brightest of lights continue to shine forever.

Candice and Tommy, Diane and Ben and Geoff and Tina would like to thank all of Neil's friends, work colleagues, sporting companions, relatives and neighbours for their wonderfully kind donations and memories of Neil.
We are, and always will be, devastated by our loss but the messages and kind words have been most appreciated. Thankyou 💙

Sometimes there are just no words. With love always, Anita, Alf and Scott xxx, Kirsty, Neil and Archie xxx, Dawn, Mike, Faith and Hope xxx

To an old friend, thanks for all the good times. Rest In Peace mate. Sending our love and deepest sympathies to Ben, Diane, Candice and Tommy From Ryan, Anne and family.

Rest in peace Neil. We will always remember you for being a true hero and for making my friend so happy.

Neil you were taken too soon; you Candice and Tommy should have been at the start of a long and happy life together. But you will never be forgotten and I’m sure you will be the brightest shining star in the sky just for Tommy. Rest peacefully in the knowledge that Candice and Tommy will be looked after by us all. Thank you for making my best friend so happy. Xxx

Neil. Goodnight and goodbye (for now). It has been a pleasure knowing you. Rest in Peace you 'solid' guy! Thank you for my wonderful Great Nephew. Heaps of love. Aunt Kaz x

You will be forever missed Neil and always in our thoughts. We’ll look after Candice and Tommy and care for them always xxx

It was a pleasure ‘double crewing’ with you, we always had a laugh. Thoughts with those you leave behind, especially you’re wonderful wife, Candice, and your very special son, Tommy. Rest in peace....you’re a legend xx

Smithy you will be badly missed my friend. A class act both on and off the pitch. I enjoyed our time together playing for the thin blue line and enjoyed watching you glide around making the game of football look so easy. RIP buddy 🙏💙 Benno

Rest easy, Neil. Love & thoughts with Candice, Tommy & family xx

Knew Neil from football, always a smile on his face, will be missed greatly by everyone. Ady

Rest in peace Neil. You will greatly be miss by all your family and friends.
Cousin Nick, Becky & Lydia.

We were so saddened to hear the news; a great bloke who we hoped to have back at the club this season. I'll always remember running around in the heat of pre-season with you, two centre midfielders 34 and 37 in the baking sun! Our deepest condolences to Candice, Tommy and all of your family. Rest in peace, Neil.

A credit to our family...you will be missed forever.
Tommy will always know how much his Daddy loved him!

Donation on behalf of Florence. Love to Candice & Tommy xx

Donation by Audrey & Norman. In memory of a true gentleman.

In memory of a true hero to his precious son Tommy. RIP Neil. Until we meet again. Julie & Gary xx

Mate
No words can describe how we feel that we have lost such a top lad, I will have memories that can never be taken. Love to Candice and Tommy
Chris, Lorna and gang

Neil you gave so much to so many. Such a talented and friendly person, full of positivity and a joy to be around.
I like so many mourn your passing and you will be sadly missed but the great memories that you have left me with will last long my friend.
RIP Neil

So many great times with Smithy on the football pitch with the police, he even dragged me out of retirement to play again at Ravenshead! That was Neil though, he made you feel 10 feet tall and capable of anything. One of a kind, always smiling and a wonderful man. Honoured to have known you and privileged to call you a friend.
Rest peacefully Neil