Jean, Rachel, and Lisa Addison are fundraising for Dementia UK in loving memory of Colin - adored husband and Dad.

Colin played in and managed football teams at the highest-level for over 50 years, including Nottingham Forest, Arsenal, Sheffield United, Atletico Madrid, Celta Vigo and West Bromwich Albion.

As Player/Manager of Hereford United, Colin famously led the team to their historic FA Cup Giantkillers win over Newcastle in 1972, a defining moment in the club’s, and FA Cup history.

His influence, passion, enthusiasm, dedication and drive to win never waned nor ceased. He dedicated his life to football, fans, community, and his family.

Colin sadly passed away on 31 October 2025, with his family at his side, after enduring a 4-year battle with vascular dementia.

Throughout Colin’s dementia journey, we received incredible, invaluable support from Dementia UK Admiral Nurses and The Professional Footballers Association (PFA) Brain Health Department. We want to honour Colin’s life by helping other families who are living with dementia.

Our thanks and appreciation go to every contribution made to Dementia UK in Colin’s name. Colin’s sporting and personal legacy goes on.

Click on ‘View gallery’ for more photos of Colin.