It was deeply saddening to hear about the passing of Lady Cathy Ferguson, though she passed away at the very old age of 84 and is survived by children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Lady Cathy Ferguson was Manchester United’s greatest manager, Sir Alex Ferguson’s wife of many years. Cathy was a devoted wife and mother and a significant source of support and strength for her husband throughout his illustrious career.
Her role in helping nurse Sir Alex Ferguson back to health after he suffered a stroke in 2013 is a testament to her unwavering love and commitment. Lady Cathy was Sir Alex Ferguson’s wife and loving companion for 60 years; she will be missed greatly!
Alex Ferguson’s beloved wife Lady Cathy Ferguson
A statement issued on behalf of the Ferguson family, confirming the passing of Lady Cathy Ferguson, reads, “We are deeply saddened to confirm the passing yesterday of Lady Cathy Ferguson, survived by her husband, three sons, two sisters, 12 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. The family asks for privacy at this time.”
Their nearly 60-year marriage is a testament to the enduring love and partnership they shared. Meeting while working at a typewriter factory in Glasgow and then going on to build a life together is a beautiful testament to the strength of their relationship.
Sir Alex Ferguson revealed what a supporting woman lady Cathy was during his career as he retired as Manchester United manager in 2013, saying, “My wife Cathy has been the key figure throughout my career, providing a bedrock of both stability and encouragement. Words are not enough to express what this has meant to me.”
In his book, Sir Alex Ferguson spoke further about how they met, “I was 22. I had this friend who said to me, ‘There’s a really nice girl who just started’. I’d suffered an injury in football and had a plaster on my face. She thought I was a gangster or a boxer. I took her to the movies,” and the rest is history.
Manchester United pays tribute to Alex Ferguson’s wife and family
Sir Alex Ferguson has made an immense contribution to Manchester United’s growth over the years. Even after he retired as the greatest manager in the club and in Premier League’s history, the legendary Sir Alex Ferguson often visited the club as a spectator and as a contributor to the club’s growth.
Manchester United issued a statement paying tribute to Cathy: “Everyone at Manchester United extends their sincere condolences to Sir Alex Ferguson and his family following the death of Lady Cathy. Lady Cathy was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother and great-grandmother, and a pillar to Sir Alex throughout his career.”
It’s heartwarming to see Manchester United paying tribute to Cathy Ferguson. The club has Lowered flags to half-mast at Old Trafford, and they will have players wear black armbands in her memory during this weekend’s Premier League clash with Brentford and during the women’s team match against Arsenal.
Everyone at Manchester United sends our heartfelt condolences to Sir Alex Ferguson and his family on the passing of Lady Cathy.
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) October 6, 2023
Lady Cathy was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother and great-grandmother, and a tower of strength for Sir Alex throughout his career.
This demonstrates the club’s appreciation for her and the role she played in the lives of Sir Alex Ferguson and the football community as a whole.
Manchester City’s message extending condolences to Sir Alex Ferguson and his family in response to Manchester United’s social media post regarding Cathy’s passing is a poignant and respectful gesture, underlining unity in diversity; “Everyone at Manchester City sends their condolences to Sir Alex Ferguson and his family at this very difficult time.”
