Clubs across non-league honour: Ezekiel Williams, Mike Norton, Keith Nelson and others

Hendon have paid tribute to midfielder Ezekiel Williams, who died suddenly aged 26. The club said they were "stunned and heartbroken", describing him as "a humble, unassuming and generous individual with a razor-sharp wit" who joined in September and "quickly established himself as a highly popular member of the dressing room", scoring his first goal for the club against Jersey Bulls only 10 days earlier. Hendon's London Senior Cup tie with Woodford Town was postponed as a mark of respect; Woodford Town said that "at times like this, football is secondary". Marlow and St Ives Town, both former clubs, also paid tribute, while Bedfont, Raynes Park Vale and Binfield sent condolences, Binfield calling it "such devastating news from our friends at Hendon Football Club".

FC United of Manchester announced the death of former kitman Mike Norton, whose contribution over many years the club called extensive, "both in and out of the dressing room". Beyond his work as kitman, he was involved in the club's Christmas Comforts campaign and the creation of its walking football sessions. Former club captain and manager Tom Greaves said: "An absolute legend, loved by everyone who knew him and was always a massive part of our dressing room at FC United. He had so much time for us all as players and nothing was too much trouble for him."

Workington reported the death of former director Keith Nelson. A long-term supporter who became heavily involved in the late seventies, he was appointed to the board in October 1977 and served as a director for nine seasons, also becoming club secretary in succession to Mary Laurie. He stepped down in December 1985 and returned for a short spell during the 2013-14 season, having in between been associated with several sporting clubs in the county, most notably Barrow AFC.

Knowle said they were deeply saddened by the death of men's first team match secretary Jimmy Merry, "a familiar and respected figure within grassroots and non-league football for many, many years". The club added that he was "more than a match secretary" but "a trusted colleague, a valued friend", and that much of his work was behind the scenes, "often unnoticed by many, but his contribution was immense".

Bedford Town said everyone at the club was deeply saddened by the passing of Ron Noble, who played for them in the 1960s. Scarborough Athletic noted the death of former Scarborough FC chairman Geoffrey Richmond, and Torquay United that of former player John Evans.

Cinderford Town's County Cup fixture against Longlevens will be a memorial match dedicated to Gary Newman and his family, with free entry. Oxhey Jets host The Princess of Wales Royal Regiment on Saturday 7 November in memory of Tom Lake and Tom Sawyer, with pre-match entertainment from the RAF cadets marching band followed by a ceremony. Brockenhurst announced the death of Alex Chalmers, chairman from 1999 to 2002, and will pay their respects at their next home game on 10 November.