A devoted Scotland fan has tragically passed away in Boston while supporting his team at the World Cup, prompting his loved ones to call for a minute's applause in his memory. Donny Strathie, a 76-year-old from Grangemouth, died suddenly on Sunday, June 14, before getting the chance to attend the highly anticipated match against Morocco.
Lifelong Supporter
As a lifelong supporter of the Scotland team, Donny had travelled to the United States to cheer on Steve Clarke's men, and had even secured a ticket for the upcoming match. His family, friends, and fellow fans are now rallying together to pay tribute to him during the game.
A heartfelt poster circulating online is urging Scotland fans to participate in a minute's applause during the 76th minute of the match in honour of Donny's age. The moving tribute reads: "One minute applause tribute to Donny Strathie. Tartan Army footsoldier who died in Boston on Sunday, June 14. Share and spread the word: One minute applause tribute in the 76th minute of Scotland v Morocco."
Donny sadly passed away suddenly in Boston on Sunday aged 76. He had his ticket to the match and it was his dream to see Scotland in the World Cup but he never got the chance. Lets make him proud.
Community Figure
Donny was a familiar face in his local community and held the position of captain for the Bowhouse Pool team. His daughters, Denise Strathie and Cheryl Strathie, have both posted photos of their father as tributes and messages of condolence continue to pour in for the much-loved man.
Cheryl Strathie shared an appeal, stating: "Please share on any platform. Let's see if we can all make this happen Dad."
In response to a tribute photo posted by Denise Strathie, Lynne Easton wrote: "So so sorry about your Dad. We are all gutted and sending our love. A great guy who lived life the right way from his parish walks to his football and his family. Love to you all and here to help in any way."
Karen Keegan McPheat commented: "So very sad. He was so lovely and cheery. He was saying last week to watch out for him on tv. He will be missed."
Posting in the Falkirk Chit Chat Pool League group, David Jerrett announced: "Just heard sad news Donny Strathie, a stalwart of the pool league for years, captain of the Bowhouse has passed away. He was in Boston watching his beloved Scotland. Rest easy pal from the pool world."
Lee Stevenson added: "Oh that's so sad. I'm glad the last thing he did was doing something he loved. I hope he saw Scotland win their first match."
Graham Rae also expressed his shock, saying: "Such a shock. He was in ours just before he went away? Great guy as well. RIP."
