Former Wimbledon midfielder Carlton Fairweather no more after passing away at age 63 from pancreatic cancer.
Former Wimbledon Crazy Gang member and Sunderland coach Carlton Fairweather has died at the age of 63.
After his playing career, Fairweather spent 22 years with Sunderland in a variety of coaching and community positions. On Monday night, he passed away in the company of his loved ones, months after it was announced that he had been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.
Sunderland’s sporting director, Kristjaan Speakman, told the club website: “Carlton’s personality and charisma were unique. He worked across all aspects of our club and the reason he’s so highly thought of is down to his dedication, humility, and work ethic. He will be truly missed by all within our club.”
After making 164 appearances for the Dons, including missing their 1988 FA Cup final victory over Liverpool due to injury, Fairweather, who managed Sunderland Women during their time in the English top flight, held a number of coaching positions at the club before stints with Carlisle, Hong Kong, and the United States.
Wimbledon said on their X account: “Everyone at AFC Wimbledon was deeply saddened to learn that popular former Dons winger Carlton Fairweather has passed away. Our thoughts are with Carlton’s family and friends at this difficult time.”