Matt Bloomfield pays tribute to Wycombe fan Dave Finch

Dave Finch, who began to support the Chairboys in the 1960s and would become a historian at the club, died suddenly earlier this month at the age of 73.

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We're saddened to hear of the sudden passing of long-time supporter and historian Dave Finch.

Dave co-wrote the club's official history book in the 1990s, and served on the OWWSA committee for many years.

Our thoughts are with all who knew and loved him. pic.twitter.com/ZoeMRc0tzy

— Wycombe Wanderers (@wwfcofficial) October 16, 2023

He was also a member of the Official Wycombe Wanderers Supporters Association committee and wrote the club's official history book in the 1990s.

On Dave’s passing, Bloomfield said: “Whenever we lose one of our own, it’s extremely sad.

“The way Dave supported us over numerous years shows we’ve got some incredible people who dedicate their lives to Wycombe Wanderers.

"And Dave was one of them.

Asking everyone at @theposh and @wwfcofficial to do min silence for Dave finch and clap on 73rd min of game in second half #Chairboys #peterbourgh https://t.co/jwh8AyhUJW

— Thomas (@wwfcdrummer) October 16, 2023

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“We need to be thankful for the support Dave gave us and the happiness he took from supporting us and we’ll always remember him.

“Our thoughts are with his family.”

A minute's applause in the 73rd minute of Wanderers’ away match against Peterborough on October 21 at London Road is expected to take place in Dave’s memory.