British footballer Joe Thompson has passed away: cause of death and wife’s last words
18 april 2025 в 21:37
British footballer Joe Thompson, who played as a midfielder for Rochdale AFC, passed away on April 17, 2025, as announced by his wife the following day. He was 36 years old. Fans are facing a deep loss, many are wondering what happened to Joe and how he could have died at such a young age.
Joe’s wife, Chantelle Thompson, posted a tribute on Instagram to her late husband, saying: «Rest in eternal peace».
«Words I never thought I would have to write… Our brave and courageous Joe left us in the early hours of Thursday morning», - she wrote. «Joe left a huge mark on the hearts of many people, and we are forever grateful to him for blessing us with his presence and for being so strong and staying with us for so long, despite all obstacles».
Read on to learn more about Joe’s life, career, and death.
Joe, originally from Bath, England, was a footballer who played as a midfielder for several teams in addition to Rochdale: Tranmere Rovers, Carlisle United, Southport, and Bury.
Joe passed away after battling stage IV lymphoma, as reported by Us Weekly, a diagnosis he received last year. Chantelle also mentioned this in her dedication on Instagram.
«He was an incredible husband, son, brother, friend, and father to our beautiful daughters, who will now carry his light and legacy, and I will continue to fill them with Joe’s love every day», - Chantelle wrote in her Instagram post.
Regarding the cancer battle, Chantelle noted that it was a «long» journey, and «he fought with all his might and did everything his way», - she wrote.
«He chose his path and walked with courage and pride every step of the way, getting closer and closer to God every day, while remaining close to so many others», - Chantelle continued. «He held onto his plans for the future to continue this legacy, but now it’s time for him to rest and watch over us from above».
Joe married his wife Chantelle in 2016, and they were together until the end of his life.
Yes, Joe was the father of two daughters, whom he shared with Chantelle
Joe’s wife, Chantelle Thompson, posted a tribute on Instagram to her late husband, saying: «Rest in eternal peace».
«Words I never thought I would have to write… Our brave and courageous Joe left us in the early hours of Thursday morning», - she wrote. «Joe left a huge mark on the hearts of many people, and we are forever grateful to him for blessing us with his presence and for being so strong and staying with us for so long, despite all obstacles».
Read on to learn more about Joe’s life, career, and death.
Joe, originally from Bath, England, was a footballer who played as a midfielder for several teams in addition to Rochdale: Tranmere Rovers, Carlisle United, Southport, and Bury.
Joe passed away after battling stage IV lymphoma, as reported by Us Weekly, a diagnosis he received last year. Chantelle also mentioned this in her dedication on Instagram.
«He was an incredible husband, son, brother, friend, and father to our beautiful daughters, who will now carry his light and legacy, and I will continue to fill them with Joe’s love every day», - Chantelle wrote in her Instagram post.
Regarding the cancer battle, Chantelle noted that it was a «long» journey, and «he fought with all his might and did everything his way», - she wrote.
«He chose his path and walked with courage and pride every step of the way, getting closer and closer to God every day, while remaining close to so many others», - Chantelle continued. «He held onto his plans for the future to continue this legacy, but now it’s time for him to rest and watch over us from above».
Joe married his wife Chantelle in 2016, and they were together until the end of his life.
Yes, Joe was the father of two daughters, whom he shared with Chantelle
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