'Thank you': Players, fans gather for Celebration of Life event for Charlotte FC defender Anton Walkes

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) – It’s a time to celebrate No. 5.

Anton Walkes, a 25-year-old Charlotte FC defender, tragically died in a boating accident Wednesday, Jan. 18.

On Tuesday afternoon, a ‘Celebration of Life’ event occurred at Bank of America Stadium.

“I’m gonna miss your laugh, your smile, your dumb jokes,” said FC forward Andre Shinyashiki, on the verge of tears. “Thank you for all the moments we’ve lived together; thank you for letting me be a part of your life.”

The team handed out tissues and a lapel pin with ‘A-W 5’ to everyone who entered the east gate at the stadium.

Every screen had pictures of Walkes with his family and teammates, showing the uplifting nature he was known for.

“He’s a part of Charlotte’s family now,” said an FC fan. “His family is here; this is home; we just wanted to make sure we could come and pay our respects.

Fans of all ages came out for the event; almost everyone said they ‘had to be there.’

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