These photo memories rewind to December 1997 when Leeds United, a city and the football family mourned the passing of club legend Billy Bremner. The red-headed tiger who captained Leeds during their glory years of the 1960s and 1970s, died at the tragically early age of 54. These photos turn back the clock to show how supporters and the football world came together to remember a football great. READ MORE: 16 of the most iconic Leeds United photos of all time LOVE LEEDS? LOVE NOSTALGIA? Join Leeds Retro on facebook
1. RIP Billy Bremner
'United legend - Simply the best.' A fan pins the back page of the Yorkshire Evening Post to a gate at Elland Road. Photo: James Hardisty
2. Billy Bremner death
Leeds United fans leave tributes at Elland Road. Photo: James Hardisty
3. Billy Bremner death
A flag was flown at half mast at Leeds United's Thorp Arch training ground.
4. Billy Bremner death
A shirt with a simple message left at Elland Road. Photo: Steve Riding
6. Billy Bremner death
Football allegiences were put to one side as the football world paid its respects. Photo: Steve Riding