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Langley soccer coach passes away

A figure with youth and seniors soccer will be remembered this weekend.
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Bob Boyd-Whitely

Bob Boyd-Whitely, former president of the Langley United Youth Soccer Association, has died.

Boyd-Whitely was a longtime soccer administrator and coach in Langley. He suffered a heart attack in the middle of November.

As well as organizing events, Boyd-Whitely played oldtimers soccer for First Capital’s over-60s team in Langley.

Before his retirement, he worked as a speech language pathologist for the Langley School District.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, Dec. 1 at 3 p.m. at Kwomais Point Park in South Surrey.