i still miss you chris we had some great times in vic love you always and forever

"Forever Young' just came on the radio and it will always be your song. It will be two years soon but we will allways remember you as someone who took the bull by the horns and had an awesome smile.

Chris Mainwaring was my favourite Eagles player growing up. He was my hero and my inspiration. I miss Mainy everyday. His funeral was touching and very upsetting. The bit i remember the most was when Mainy's son Zac started crying. I went to the Chris MAinwaring tribute match last year and it was great to see how many people appreciated chris. We all miss you Mainy!! R.I.P

It always amazes me how people post wonderful thoughts immediately after the event of a loss but nothing further! I met Chris in Vancouver around 1995 or 96 he was playing football there. We had a very brief but everlasting connection in my spirit...Strangely enough after all these years I have had dreams about Chris in the last two weeks. I did not know he has passed on. I feel very sad to know such an amazing person has left under such a terrible experience. We were so intrigued by each other from Canada to Perth he wanted me to come and visit so many times...but I was afraid to be so far from my friends and family. I will cherish his twinkling blue eyes and light heart and great smile! I am grateful for our short but everlasting experience. Rachelle from Canada

The moment i will remember most about the funeral is when after it ended on the t.v rick harden apeared and said "and that concludes our service and mm mm chris we love you so much" as he cried they finished the ceromony.

chris i just have to say that i am 18 years old and the only reason that i ever became and eagles fan is because u where my best player and the only guy that loves to go out on the feild and have a laught u made the team so good but now that u have passed which i am sorry rani for the death of ur husband i wish the best to u and the children and i just wont to let every one know that i had a wish that all the west coast eagles fans were here for my 19th 12/04/1989 well we are going to miss u heap mainy love always ur biggest fan ever jodie xoxoxox

A beautiful service to remember an amazing man. Many thanks to the Mainwaring Family and Channel 7 who made it possible for us and so many others to share in this special day. From the good old days at East Fremantle to the unbelievable, exciting days with West Coast Eagles - you were always the smiling star with time for everyone. Our prayers and condolences to Chris' beautiful children, Maddie and Zac and to all the extended Mainwaring family. RIP Mainy - may you soar higher and higher for ever and a day.

Mainy, RIP cuz!! You were my 3rd cousin and I only met you a few times, but you always had time and a laugh for everyone. Deepest sympathy to Leah, Hub, Rani and your gorgeous children. Your exuberance and lust for life will be sorely missed. Heaven won't know what's hit it when you get there :o)

What a beautiful Funeral Service, I still can't believe he has gone. I have some very special Memories that I will treasure forever. Thinking of all the Family & Friends at this very sad time. A Champion of the WCE. Missing those emails already Mainy!!!!

My heartfelt sympathy to Rani, Maddy, Zac and all the Mainwaring family. A true champion who will always be remembered. Such a tragedy, such a loss. You were my childhood hero. May God Bless all those who are left behind. Soar on Eagles wings Mainy. RIP

To Leah, Hub and family our thoughts are with you, A star on earth and now a Star Shineing from Heaven God bless you Love Karen & Kyle Nimmo.

"put on the gersy and fly with the eagles next year..make the points, goals "soar Like an eagle" Chris you will be missed.

It is difficult to believe he has gone. Love and prayers to his family-immediate and extended and to his close friends. Judith and family Tasmania. Rest in Peace Chris

A great guy, a great footballer and a lovable larrakin. You will be missed by many Chris

He was the greatest bloke. Always happy to chat, and took a real interest in everyone. One in a million. Will never ever be forgotten. RIP Mainy.

May you rest where no shadows fall and may all your kicks be goals.

Mainy you were one of the best.An absolute legend in the Blue and Gold.All the best to Mainy's family and friends. RIP.

RIP Chris - you won't soon be forgotten

I love Australian Football! He was one of the best to watch. What a sad end. All the best to his family and friends.

Despite his checkered past, he will be missed. Rest in peace