Linfield FC

Don devoted his life to the Sky Blues and was a hugely popular figure around Northern Ireland football. A welcoming face around the Showgrounds, he was ...

May Don rest in peace." The man epitomised everything good in the game, everything good in a human being. To his family, friends and all at BUFC our sincere condolences Our thoughts & prayers go out to Don’s family, friends and colleagues at Ballymena United. Rest in peace Don and thank you." An absolute gentleman of the highest esteem." The Northern Ireland Football League paid tribute to Don. Harland and Wolff Welders said on Twitter: "Thoughts and Prayers are with everyone at Ballymena United and the family of Don Stirling at this sad time." Ballymena United." The entire football family will mourn his loss and he will be very much missed by everyone at his beloved club. He said: "So sorry to receive the news of the passing of Don Stirling, a Gentleman of the highest nature and model administrator, a great loss not only to Ballymena United but the entire NI Football League. We send our deepest condolences to Don 's family and friends.