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Rahman's widow, Virginia, loses cancer battle
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Tragedy has once again visited the Gumbo family following the death of Virginia Gumbo, widow of legendary former Warriors and Highlanders coach Rahman "Rush" Gumbo.
Virginia passed away in the early hours of Sunday at United Bulawayo Hospitals (UBH) after a long and painful battle with cancer, a close family source confirmed.
"She fought hard, but in the end, it was too much. The family is devastated," said the source, describing her final moments.
The heartbreaking loss comes less than two years after the passing of her husband Rahman in 2023, a towering figure in Zimbabwean football whose contributions to both the Warriors and Highlanders FC remain cherished.
Virginia was known as a pillar of strength for the Gumbo family and a quiet but impactful presence behind her husband's remarkable football journey. She supported his career through highs and lows, both on the local and international stage.
Her death has left the football community and the wider public in mourning, as messages of condolence begin to pour in from across the country.
Funeral arrangements and official tributes are expected to be announced in the coming days.
More updates to follow as Zimbabwe joins the Gumbo family in grieving the loss of a beloved matriarch.
Virginia passed away in the early hours of Sunday at United Bulawayo Hospitals (UBH) after a long and painful battle with cancer, a close family source confirmed.
"She fought hard, but in the end, it was too much. The family is devastated," said the source, describing her final moments.
The heartbreaking loss comes less than two years after the passing of her husband Rahman in 2023, a towering figure in Zimbabwean football whose contributions to both the Warriors and Highlanders FC remain cherished.
Her death has left the football community and the wider public in mourning, as messages of condolence begin to pour in from across the country.
Funeral arrangements and official tributes are expected to be announced in the coming days.
More updates to follow as Zimbabwe joins the Gumbo family in grieving the loss of a beloved matriarch.
Source - zimpapers
