Sir Bobby Robson was laid to rest at a private funeral in the North-East earlier today. The legendary Town and England manager died last Friday aged 76 after his fifth battle against cancer.

A statement from his family said: "Sir Bobby Robson was laid to rest at a private family service.

"Lady Robson has been overwhelmed by the wonderful tributes and messages of condolence and is very grateful that the family's privacy has been respected at this sad time.

"Arrangements for the thanksgiving service in celebration of Sir Bobby's life will be announced in due course."

Lady Elsie was joined by sons Andrew, Paul and Mark and relatives and close friends at the service.

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blue_em_away added 20:28 - Aug 5 God bless you Sir!!!
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roytheboy added 20:29 - Aug 5 May God bless this wonderful inspirational brave man in Heaven.
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J2BLUE added 20:33 - Aug 5 RIP SIR Bobby
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JayITFC added 20:34 - Aug 5 So sad. R.I.P. Sir Bobby Robson - Ipswich loves you.
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blueoveru added 20:36 - Aug 5 Sleep well dear friend x.
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RetroBlue added 20:39 - Aug 5 Bobby - you will live forever in the hearts of all Town fans . RIP you wonderful man !
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LeighOnSeaBlue added 20:41 - Aug 5 Gone but never forgotten, RIP you legend
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MarkITFC added 20:48 - Aug 5 R.I.P sir Bobby Robson ! - Legend
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JPITFC added 20:51 - Aug 5 Our loss in heaven's gain. Rest peacefully Sir Bobby. J xx
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Blueway6324 added 20:51 - Aug 5 RIP Sir Bobby, I know you'll be watching your beloved Ipswich Town from above
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jas0999 added 20:53 - Aug 5 My thoughts are with Sir Bobby's family at this difficult time.
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Paul added 21:04 - Aug 5 Still can't believe it. R.I.P. Sir Bobby. :(
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itfc94 added 21:13 - Aug 5 R.I.P A True Hero to ALL! We love you Sir Bob
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tingey18 added 21:25 - Aug 5 a true gentleman of the game if only there where more like you RIP
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hollywoodginge added 21:37 - Aug 5 In a game full of divided opinions and loyalties, You united every football fan, bonded everyone of them, and the common ground we all share all over the world is our love for you Sir Bobby, your legend will never die, uv earned your rest now, may it be peaceful. With you u take the love of the town you own. RIP Sir Bobby and thank you xxx
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1RWR added 22:03 - Aug 5 I hope the good lord enjoys his company as much as we enjoyed his. God bless Sir Bob!
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yarmoblue added 22:07 - Aug 5 god bless sir bobby . a great loss to the football world . a true gent . rip
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tommyblue added 22:08 - Aug 5 R.I.P Sir bobby, never forgotton
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jesus added 22:15 - Aug 5 God bless Sir Bobby. Rest in peace.
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mike added 22:18 - Aug 5 Rest in peace Sir Bobby x you built the best Ipswich side ever !! Mike Williamson
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bedsitfc added 22:38 - Aug 5 thankyou for making our club great' sir bobby. the saying "the ipswich way" is your way. r.i.p sir you will never be forgotten and always loved
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thebeat added 22:39 - Aug 5 The word legend is used far too often these days but it is perfectly used on this occasion, you are my inspiration and my Hero Sir Bobby.As a town fan i will be forever be in your debt. Now it is time for you to finally take a rest.Thankyou
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joshm0449 added 23:00 - Aug 5 R.I.P Sir Bobby You ae the true meaning of LEGEND!!
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devontractorboy added 23:15 - Aug 5 I have never known such an outpouring of love for a football manager, surely a mark of the high esteem in which he was held Goodbye Sir, Legend, True Gentleman & Ipswich's greatest manager. The world is a sadder place without your smile God Bless D & A
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lukeym18 added 23:26 - Aug 5 R.I.P Sir Bobby Robson a true football legend, you will be missed by everyone.
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