The Foundation of Light is mourning the tragic passing of Jackson Duke, a member of its Scholarship Programme. The organisation shared the heartbreaking news in a tribute expressing its sadness and offering condolences to Jackson’s family, friends, teammates and everyone affected by his death.
In its statement, the Foundation of Light remembered Jackson as a valued member of its programme and community. His passing has brought sadness to those who knew him through his involvement with the organisation and the wider football community.
On Wednesday, Jackson’s teammates and staff paid tribute to him ahead of their fixture. They laid a shirt in his memory and observed a minute’s silence, creating an opportunity for those present to reflect on his life and mourn his loss together.
Sunderland AFC also joined in honouring Jackson’s memory. The club’s players were set to wear black armbands, while supporters were invited to take part in a minute’s applause during the afternoon’s fixture. These gestures reflected the grief being felt across the football community.
The tributes highlighted the impact Jackson’s passing has had on those connected to the Foundation of Light and Sunderland. Teammates, staff and supporters came together to remember him and show solidarity with the people closest to him during an exceptionally difficult time.
The Foundation of Light extended its thoughts to Jackson’s family, friends, teammates and everyone affected by what it described as a heartbreaking tragedy. Further details about his age, the circumstances of his death and funeral arrangements were not included in the supplied statement.
As those who knew Jackson continue to grieve, the tributes offered by his teammates, the Foundation of Light and Sunderland AFC stand as expressions of remembrance and support for his loved ones.
Rest in peace, Jackson Duke.