TRIBUTES have poured in for a popular Hereford and Westfields supporter who has died, aged 71.

Growing up in Holme Lacy, Pat Morrow first went to a Hereford game in 1965 when she lived in Cotterell Street and became a fundraiser for many years.

However because she was unable to attend away matches, Pat started watching Westfields about 12 years ago and became well liked by everyone at allpay.park.

Normally, Hereford and Westfields don't play at home on the same day, but when there have been such occasions, Pat would watch Westfields in the first half before catching a taxi to go Edgar Street for the second half of their game.

Westfields manager Sean Edwards said he was distraught when he heard the news as he arrived for Saturday's game against Shifnal and dedicated their 6-0 win to her.

"We hadn't seen her down here for a couple of months, but she kept in touch and hopefully we will do something as a club to remember the name," said Edwards.

"She was always the first to sponsor a player and a game, so it's really gutting and puts the game into perspective.

"I only found out when I got to the game and it put a tear in my eye because she was so good to the club and you miss not having her around.

"She will be sadly missed."

First team coach Andy Bevan added that she was a passionate and loyal lady who touched the hearts of everyone she met.

"I always remember going into the clubhouse after games and win, lose or draw, she had a terrific warm smile that instantly made you feel better," he said.

Player-coach Scott Jackson was one person who Pat used to sponsor.

He said he always chatted to her after a game and she was a great character.

"When we won the County Cup a few years ago she was out with us up town," he said.

And it wasn't only the first team at Westfields that Pat had a strong affinity for.

Reserve team manager Paul Boulton said she also took great interest in his team.

"She was always one of the first to ask how we got on and wanted us to text our result to her," said Boulton.

"So many of this team have grown up knowing Pat and she had such affection for these young lads, like Ellis Davey, Lewis Patterson, Zac Sirrell and Ben Thomas.

"We will miss her standing there in the clubhouse with her glass of red wine."

Joel Edwards has played for both Hereford and Westfields and said Pat was a close family friend.

"She always showed so much passion and loyalty whether she was supporting Westfields or Hereford," he said.

"Having played for both teams I know how much she loved it and how much she will be missed by both."

Hereford player Rob Purdie added that she always sat on the same stool in the Vice President's Club at Edgar Street and would beckon him over for a kiss on the cheek.

"She stood up for me through rough times and never forget it," said Purdie.

"It's a sad loss to such a true fan of Hereford FC and Herefordshire football."

Emma Jones, who lived next door to Pat in Hunderton, said she will miss their chats.

"She was part of my family's life for three generations and we have a lifetime of memories that will always bring a smile.

"My sons Jaiden and Kyan adored her and will miss her so much, especially seeing her face over the garden fence to watch them play football.

"I will miss sharing stories about life, experiences and of course football.

"She will be truly missed and will always be in our hearts."

Pat's popularity stretched outside of the county, with a national photographer becoming friends with her.

James Godsall said he met Pat during Westfields' game against Shepshed Dynamo last October and she took a great interest in his work.

"I didn't think I'd see her again, but little did I know that Westfields were about to go on that FA Cup run and I was sent to the games against Leiston and Curzon Ashton," said Godsall.

"I made sure to make time to find Patricia at both matches and we had a good chat.

"In this time Patricia had followed me on Twitter and added me on Facebook and I told her about how my dog was very poorly and was undergoing some major tests the following week.

"She checked in regularly to ask how we were both doing and I found real comfort in that.

"We kept in frequent contact in the following months, with Christmas wishes and New Year's greetings being exchanged,

"Whenever I'd go to photograph a football match, whether it involved a Premier League side or park football on a Sunday, she'd never fail to take an interest and would often leave nice words about them.

"That's the kind of lady she was – both supportive and comforting.

"I'm honoured to have been able to call her my friend."

There will be a minute's silence prior to Westfields' home match against Lye Town on Wednesday, which follows one that took place on Saturday.

There will also be a minute's applause held prior to Hereford's match against Weymouth on Saturday.

"Pat was a life-long fan who will be sadly missed both here at Edgar Street, and across the road at Westfields," said Hereford chairman Ken Kinnersley.

"She was a well-liked lady who rarely missed a game up until ill-health took hold last season.

“We felt that it would be nice to pay our respects with a minute's applause, to thank Pat for her magnificent support of local football.

“Our thoughts are with her family and friends at this sad time.”

Pat's funeral will take place on November 13, at St Martin's Church, Hereford, at 1pm.