Ibiza mourns the Loss of Beloved masseur ‘Parrita’
The Pitiusan football community is reeling from the sudden passing of Francisco Bermudo Rodríguez, affectionately known as ‘Parrita’, who died on december 30, 2024, at the age of 70. ‘Parrita’ was a fixture in Ibiza’s sporting scene, renowned for his work as a masseur at various clubs, particularly Peña Deportiva de Santa Eulària and SD Ibiza. His dedication and skill earned him the respect and affection of countless players, who often credited him with his remarkable ability to expedite their recovery from injuries.
News of ‘Parrita’s’ passing has sparked an outpouring of grief and tributes on social media.Vicent Egea, a physical trainer, shared his personal loss, reminiscing about ‘Parrita’s’ warm embraces and expressing gratitude for the knowledge he imparted. Juanjo Cruz echoed the sentiment of a profound void left by ‘Parrita’s’ absence, emphasizing his kind and generous nature. Juan Mesa ‘Labi’,a close friend,expressed his devastation,describing their lifelong bond as inseparable.
The funeral service for ‘Parrita’ will be held on Thursday at 3:00 p.m. at the Santa Cruz church in Ibiza. A wake will precede the service, commencing at 10:00 a.m. at Pompas Fúnebres Ibiza.
More Than Just a Masseur: Remembering ‘Parrita’
The sports world is mourning the loss of a true legend, Francisco Bermudo Rodríguez, affectionately known as ‘Parrita’.His passing on December 30, 2024, at the age of 70 has sent shockwaves through the pitiusan football community and beyond.
Too understand the profound impact ‘parrita’ had, I’m joined today by former SD Ibiza player, Miguel Angel ‘Migui’ Torres. Migui, thanks for joining me today.
Migui: It’s my pleasure. ‘Parrita’ was a special man, and I’m honored to share my memories of him.
Moderator: You played under ‘Parrita’s’ care during your time at SD Ibiza.What made him stand out as a masseur?
Migui: ‘Parrita’ wasn’t just a masseur; he was a healer, a confidant, and a friend.He had this amazing intuition - he seemed to know exactly what your body needed, even before you did. His hands were magic. I’ve seen him work miracles, getting players back on the field faster than anyone thought possible.
Moderator: Indeed, many players have commented on his exceptional ability to aid in injury recovery. Do you think it was purely his technical skill, or was there something more to it?
Migui: I truly believe it was a combination of his expertise and his heart. ‘Parrita’ genuinely cared about each and every player. He treated us like family. That level of care, that personal connection, made all the difference.
Moderator: And the outpouring of grief on social media is testament to the impact he had on so many peopel. Vicent Egea, a physical trainer, spoke about ‘Parrita’s’ warm embraces and invaluable knowledge. Juanjo Cruz mentioned the significant void left by his passing. We’ve also seen Juan Mesa ‘Labi’, a close friend, express the depth of their bond. These tributes speak volumes about the man ‘Parrita’ was.
migui: Absolutely. ‘Parrita’ had this infectious positivity,this ability to bring people together. He was a true ambassador for the sport and for the island.
Moderator: This loss is deeply felt by the entire Ibiza community.It’s clear that ‘Parrita’ was more than just a masseur; he was a pillar of the sporting world and a beloved figure.
Migui: Couldn’t have said it better myself.
Moderator: Thank you for sharing your memories, Migui. I think your words truly capture the essence of ‘Parrita’ – a dedicated professional and a genuinely good person who touched countless lives.
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