Trevor Whymark, a former Ipswich Town striker who scored 104 goals in 335 appearances for the team, has died at the age of 74 after a battle with Alzheimer’s disease. He had played for the club when Sir Bobby Robson took over and played a key role in the club’s most successful eras in the 1970s. Whymark had also turned out for Colchester United, Grimsby Town, Peterborough United, and Southend United. Whymark was scouted when he played for Norfolk against Suffolk in a county youth fixture.
The player made 53 appearances in the 1972-73 season. His career highlight was scoring four goals in a victory over Lazio in the UEFA Cup, having already beaten Real Madrid that season. He also made a solitary appearance for England in 1977. Craig Whymark, Trevor’s son, said that people still remember his dad with fondness, and it is touching.
Last year, it was discovered that Whymark had Alzheimer’s. His family had noticed some “subtle changes” in his memory and mood, initially believing that he was grieving after his mother’s death. Since his death, football fans have taken to social media to pay tribute to the former star. The PFA said that everyone is deeply saddened by the passing of Trevor Whymark and that their thoughts and sincerest condolences are with Trevor’s family and loved ones.
One Grimsby Town fan considered it a “privilege” to see the former star wear black and white stripes while another referred to him as an “unsung hero” of the Robson era. Indeed, Whymark was praised for his heading ability. Despite living with Alzheimer’s, Whymark is celebrated as a brilliant, underrated striker and a lovely, unassuming man whose legacy will continue to live on
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