Who was Geoff Burrow?

Geoff Burrow was the father of rugby league star Rob Burrow and a dedicated campaigner for the Motor Neurone Disease (MND) community.

What causes did Geoff Burrow support?

Donations in Geoff Burrow's memory were requested for the Rob Burrow Centre for Motor Neurone Disease and the British Heart Foundation.

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Rob Burrow's Father Honored at Emotional Funeral

Q: What was Geoff Burrow's role in the Rob Burrow Centre?

Geoff Burrow played a significant role in the development of the Rob Burrow Centre for Motor Neurone Disease, attending all stakeholder and development meetings.

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Summary

Geoff Burrow, father of rugby star Rob, passed away at 75.
He was a tireless campaigner for the MND community.
Donations in his memory support MND care and heart health.

Rob Burrow's Father Honored at Emotional Funeral

Geoff Burrow, father of rugby league hero Rob Burrow, has been remembered at a funeral service held at Pontefract Crematorium. The 75-year-old passed away on March 30th following a brief illness.

He was a steadfast supporter of the MND community, following his son Rob's diagnosis in December 2019 and subsequent passing in June 2024. Geoff played a crucial role in the development of the Rob Burrow Centre for Motor Neurone Disease.

The £6.8 million centre, funded by donations, was a project he actively championed over two years, attending all development meetings with immense energy. His efforts helped create a lasting legacy for Rob and the MND community.