Northern Premier League East

Carlton Town mourn legend Brian Dennett

The Millers’ much-loved commercial manager passed away on Wednesday night after contracting Covid-19

by
The Non-League Football Paper Team
28 February 2021

By Neil Harvey

CARLTON Town chairman Mick Garton says he has never received so many text messages following the sad passing of club legend Brian Dennett.

The Millers’ much-loved commercial manager passed away on Wednesday night after contracting Covid-19.

Dennett has been a permanent fixture at the Bill Stokeld Stadium through Garton’s tenure, starting as press officer before being promoted to commercial manager over a decade ago.

“He was a brilliant commercial manager who raised thousands for this football club,” Garton said.

“But more than anything, he was also a close friend and he will leave a big hole in so many ways.”

Another club legend, Martin Ball, who is still playing for the club, added: “The effect he’s had on Carlton in particular and all of Nottingham non league football will never be forgotten.

“Rest In Peace Brian, you will be greatly missed.”

● It has also been proposed that the forthcoming 16-team tournament, devised to replace the remainder of the Step 3-6 season, should be named “The Brian Dennett Cup” in the Millers’ legend’s honour.

An announcement on clubs entered and dates will be announced soon.

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