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Never forgotten, always remembered… vale Eddy

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“Never forgotten, always remembered”.

With those words, the Hunter said goodbye to Eddy Tuilotolava who lost his long battle with cancer at the weekend.

The former Newcastle Knights junior waged war against stage 4 Ewing Sarcoma (bone cancer) since his first diagnosis on Friday 17 August, 2018, at only 20 years of age.

But, sadly, that brave fight ended in the early hours of Saturday morning.

Sleapy’s Foundation front-man Peter Sleap led the tributes for the popular youngster.

“It was devastating to hear the news that Eddy gained his angel wings,” he said.

“The Sleapy’s Foundation family supported him from the time he was diagnosed.

“And, we’ll continue to assist his family well into the future.

“He was a terrific kid.

“Sleapy’s Foundation and the local community send our sincere condolences to all of Eddy’s family and friends, especially to his beloved wife Zoe, Lily and his immediate relatives.

“His memories are treasured and celebrated.”

The Knights also expressed their deepest sympathies.

“We’d like to pass our sincere condolences to Eddy’s family and friends,” the club said in a statement.

“He will be remembered as a strong and flashy footballer, who possessed skill and strength well-regarded in many rugby league circles, along with a wonderful engaging personality loved by so many.

“At the age of 18, Eddy was offered a contract with the Newcastle Knights under-20 Holden Cup team, which he accepted and moved to Newcastle alone, leaving his family behind.

“He gained employment as a full-time barber and was on the brink of an NRL contract when his world was turned upside down with the diagnosis.

“Our thoughts and prayers extend to his wife Zoe and all his many loved ones during this time of need.

“Rest in Peace Eddy.”

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