Former AFC Wimbledon star Charlie Strutton has tragically passed away at the age of 34. The striker’s last appearance was for non-league side Chalfont St Peter.
Strutton began and ended his career at Buckinghamshire-based club. He also played for Maidenhead, Braintree, Aldershot, Hayes & Yeading, and Slough Town.
AFC Wimbeldon confirmed the sad news of his passing with a touching statement that read: “Everyone is deeply saddened to read of the passing of our former player Charlie Strutton. Our sincerest condolences go to Charlie’s family and friends at this extremely difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss. RIP Charlie.”
Chalfont St Peter Chairman, Denis Mair, expressed his grief, saying, “Words cannot express the unbearable sadness I feel following the news of Charlie’s passing. Without question a light has gone out at Chalfont St Peter and for everyone that knew Charlie.
He will be remembered in the most loving and cherished ways that all good souls who enter our lives, however briefly, are remembered. Our love and condolences from absolutely everyone at Chalfont St Peter go to his family in the knowledge that we’ve all been touched by a rare gift that in time will give us all the strength to carry on.”
Heartfelt tributes from fans poured in, as one wrote: “RIP mate.” Another added: “Speechless.
To even contemplate the passing of someone so young, let alone a teammate and a genuine, hardworking person at that! Absolutely gutted. Thoughts are with all his family & friends.”
A third fan reacted, “34 is no age. Testament to Charlie that he is well thoughtful of and remembered at Wimbledon. Great guy.”
