Sir Alex Ferguson can’t stop smiling as he remembers ‘special’ Man Utd receptionist Kath Phipps in emotional tribute
Sir Alex Ferguson can’t stop smiling as he remembers ‘special’ Man Utd receptionist Kath Phipps in emotional tribute
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SIR ALEX FERGUSON led tributes to "special" Manchester United receptionist Kath Phipps on the day of her funeral. Phipps, a much-loved figure behind the scenes at Old Trafford, passed away last month at the age of 85. The receptionist had worked for United for 55 years - dating back to the 1960s when Sir Matt Busby was manager.
![[Sir Alex Ferguson could not help but smile when reminiscing on his memories of Kath Phipps]](https://www.thesun.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/4679dfe5-238f-48c2-9713-52221b0d877a.jpg?strip=all&w=684)
She had a lasting impact on some of the club's biggest legends - including Sir Alex and David Beckham. And those people were among the vast number of guests in attendance at her funeral on Monday. Club icons Paul Scholes, Peter Schmeichel, Bryan Robson and Roy Keane were also among the mourners at Manchester Cathedral, as well as Ruben Amorim and the entire men's first team.
![[Sir Alex had a close bond with the much-loved United receptionist]](https://www.thesun.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/NINTCHDBPICT000957233451_b4045e.jpg?strip=all&w=526)
In addition, several academy stars attended, as did Marc Skinner, Maya Le Tissier and Ella Toone on behalf of the women's team. Sir Alex was thrilled to see so many players past and present at the funeral as he paid tribute to Phipps. Reflecting on her time at the club, Ferguson said: "55 years! I did 26 and I thought that was unbelievable!.
![[Phipps worked at United for 55 years dating back to the 1960s]](https://www.thesun.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/sir-jim-ratcliffe-ineos-meets-869872558_674476.jpg?strip=all&w=960)
"She was a fantastic person and I'm glad that all the players turned up. She would appreciate that.". Fergie also admitted the beloved receptionist would be "happy" with United's 2-2 draw with Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday. He explained: "I was pleased the team got a result last night... Kath would be happy with that.
![[The Man Utd first team squad attended her funeral]](https://www.thesun.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/funeral-kath-phipps-cherished-member-962052857.jpg?strip=all&w=640)
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