RICHIE FRASER TRIBUTE

A tribute to Richie fraser

Everyone at Cove Rangers was saddened to learn of the recent death of our former player Richie Fraser.

The 36-year-old - who lived in Portlethen with his wife, Laura, and children Ava, 11, and Rhys, 3 - was described as “inspirational” by his family for the way he dealt with being diagnosed with a rare form of cancer in 2019.

Richie joined us after coming through the youth ranks at Aberdeen and played under then manager John Sheran in the early 2000s. He also played for local amateur sides Cove Thistle and Kincorth AFC.

Present Kit Manager, Adrian Thomson, was in charge of our youth side and signed Richie when he left the Dons.

Adrian said: “Richie wasn’t just a very, very good footballer; he was also a really nice man. He helped us win the Highland Youth League before going on to play in the first team under John. Richie was well liked and popular with everyone he met.

He trained well and had a great winning mentality and I really enjoyed working with him. Richie will be sadly missed by many people.”

Richie’s private funeral is due to take place on Monday. The funeral cortege will pass Pittodrie Stadium around noon for anyone who wishes to pay their respects. The thoughts of everyone at the club at this sad time are with Richie’s family and friends.