Noel Kelly Death | Obituary – Renowned rugby hard man Noel Kelly has died on Sunday afternoon, June 14 at the age of 84.
Kelly passed away in Sydney according to SMH. The cause of death is reported to be heart attack-induced stroke. Kelly had suffered from the sickness on May 16 before his death.
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Kelly represented Australia on on 3 Kangaroo tours, playing hooker or prop, and his sole Test try came at Swinton in 1963 in a historic 50-12 demolition of Great Britain.
Reactions Over Noel Kelly’s Death
Another Western Suburbs legend departs. Named hooker & captain of the Magpies greatest ever team, along with being selected in the QLD & Australian teams of the century in 2008. Played in the 1961, 1962 & 1963 GFs, 3 Kangaroo tours & Hall of Famer. Rest in Peace, Noel Kelly. pic.twitter.com/UDVBquM4kW
— That’s Rugby League (@RugbyLeagueGold) June 14, 2020
So sad to learn of the passing of Noel Kelly. I’m sure fans like me who were lucky enough to meet Noel will cherish every moment spent in his company. Such a good bloke; Great Aussie sense of humour & storyteller. And I haven’t even got to his playing career. Rest in Peace mate.
— Andrew Voss (@AndrewVossy) June 14, 2020
Wests Tigers are saddened by the passing of rugby league icon Noel Kelly and would like to extend their condolences to his family.https://t.co/MYSya0cQJT
— Wests Tigers (@WestsTigers) June 14, 2020
Oh no. How very sad. What a great man. A great man. Hard man, in a hard era too. Always loved being in his company. Deepest condolences to his family and many friends. Noel Kelly. Wow! Rugby League Royalty right there. ❤️? https://t.co/vUuh1db1kX
— PhilGould15 (@PhilGould15) June 14, 2020