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ENGLAND boss Gareth Southgate and Chelsea legend John Terry led the mourners at Ray Wilkins' memorial on Tuesday.

Wilkins died last month, aged 61, after being placed in an induced coma following a heart attack.

Gareth Southgate led the mourners as stars from the footballing world flocked to attend Ray Wilkins' funeral
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Gareth Southgate led the mourners as stars from the footballing world flocked to attend Ray Wilkins' funeralCredit: PA:Press Association
Chelsea legend John Terry was also spotted paying his respects to Ray Wilkins, who died last month
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Chelsea legend John Terry was also spotted paying his respects to Ray Wilkins, who died last monthCredit: PA:Press Association

Tributes have been pouring in for the much-loved footballing icon, but they took on an even more sombre mood today, the day of his funeral.

Gianfranco Zola, Glenn Hoddle, Antonio Conte, Frank Lampard, Roy Hodgson and Bruce Buck were other famous faces to attend the Blues legend's service.

Frank Lampard Snr, Jim White, Gordon Taylor, Les Ferdinand, Simon Thomas and Trevor Sinclair were also spotted on the day, as they paid their respects.

Tuesday was just the latest in a long line of tributes paid to Wilkins.

Chelsea boss Antonio Conte attended Ray Wilkins' funeral on Tuesday
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Chelsea boss Antonio Conte attended Ray Wilkins' funeral on TuesdayCredit: PA:Press Association
Stars from the footballing world flocked to pay tribute to Ray Wilkins on Tuesday
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Stars from the footballing world flocked to pay tribute to Ray Wilkins on TuesdayCredit: PA:Press Association

 

Blues legend Gianfranco Zola was another to attend Ray Wilkins' funeral on Tuesday
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Blues legend Gianfranco Zola was another to attend Ray Wilkins' funeral on TuesdayCredit: PA:Press Association
Ray Wilkins passed away last month after suffering a heart attack, aged 61
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Ray Wilkins passed away last month after suffering a heart attack, aged 61Credit: PA:Press Association
Bruce Buck was seen paying his respects to the late, great Ray Wilkins
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Chelsea chairman Bruce Buck was seen paying his respects to the late, great Ray WilkinsCredit: PA:Press Association

Following his death, Gary Linker led the way, taking to Twitter to say: "Deeply saddened to hear that Ray Wilkins has passed away.

"A wonderful footballer and a delightful man. It was a pleasure to have played alongside him with England.

'HE LIVED FOR FOOTBALL' Tributes pour in as Chelsea legend Ray Wilkins dies after suffering heart attack

"No teammate was more helpful and supportive. I’ll be forever grateful. Thoughts are with his family. #RIPRay"

David Beckham took to Instagram to say: "Incredibly sad to wake up to the news that Ray has passed away.

A tribute to football legend Ray Wilkins who died from a heart attack aged 61
Dennis Wise and Theo Paphitis also attended Ray Wilkins' memorial on Tuesday
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Dennis Wise and Theo Paphitis also attended Ray Wilkins' memorial on TuesdayCredit: PA:Press Association
Footballing legends flocked to St Luke's and Christ Church in London for Ray Wilkins' funeral
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Footballing legends flocked to St Luke's and Christ Church in London for Ray Wilkins' funeralCredit: PA:Press Association
Another Chelsea legend, Frank Lampard, attended Ray Wilkins' service on Tuesday
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Another Chelsea legend, Frank Lampard, was seen at Ray Wilkins' serviceCredit: PA:Press Association

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Ex-England boss Glenn Hoddle was on show at Ray Willkins' funeral on Tuesday
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Ex-England boss Glenn Hoddle was on show at Ray Willkins' funeral on TuesdayCredit: PA:Press Association
Ray Wilkins' fellow QPR legend Les Ferdinand was also spotted at Tuesday's ceremony
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Ray Wilkins' fellow QPR legend Les Ferdinand was also spotted at Tuesday's ceremonyCredit: Jon Bond - The Sun

"A man that I’ve always looked up to as a United fan and a player, plus he wore our countries shirt with pride.

"You will be sadly missed! Our thoughts are with your family and friends."

Meanwhile, Paul Gascoigne wrote: "Such a great loss, just heard he’s just passed away, he was such a gentleman an unbelievable player. RIP Ray xx"

Ray Parlour tweeted: "Absolutely devastated to hear Ray Wilkins has passed away. Great Guy, football legend. RIP Ray"

Crystal Palace boss Roy Hodgson attended the memorial service for Ray Willkins on Tuesday
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Crystal Palace boss Roy Hodgson attended the memorial service for Ray Wilkins on TuesdayCredit: PA:Press Association
Gary Lineker also paid his respects on Tuesday having previously done so on Twitter
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Gary Lineker also paid his respects on Tuesday having previously done so on TwitterCredit: PA:Press Association
Jamie Redknapp was seen arriving on Tuesday for Ray Wilkins' memorial service
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Jamie Redknapp was seen arriving on Tuesday for Ray Wilkins' memorial serviceCredit: Jon Bond - The Sun
Southampton manager Mark Hughes was spotted in London for the funeral on Tuesday
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Southampton manager Mark Hughes was spotted in London for the funeral on TuesdayCredit: Jon Bond - The Sun

Peter Schmeichel added: "Sad and Shocked to hear of the passing of Ray Wilkins. A true football person with a totally underestimated contribution to our sport.

"One of the best I’ve seen. Rest in peace #RayWilkins @ManUtd."

Rio Ferdinand shared his pain, tweeting: "RIP Ray Wilkins Always so humble & softly spoken whenever I saw him. Genuine lovely guy."

Alan Shearer wrote: "So sad to hear the news about Ray Wilkins. He lived for and loved football. He was always a true gentleman. He will be sorely missed by so many. #RIPRay"

Former England football star Ray Wilkins dies at the age of 61
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