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Coventry’s Sky Blue Nana who doesn’t let dementia stop her cheering on Coventry City

Doreen Howell has been a devoted Sky Blues fan for over 70 years

By Evie Wynne · Coventry Telegraph

Published: Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 10:00 AM

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Doreen Howell, known as 'Sky Blue Nana', continues supporting Coventry City despite living with dementia.
Her daughter Susan Brennan shares videos of Howell on YouTube and TikTok to raise dementia awareness.
Howell has supported Coventry City for over 70 years and attended their 1987 FA Cup win.

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Doreen Howell, known to supporters as "Sky Blue Nana," continues to passionately cheer for Coventry City Football Club despite living with dementia in a nursing home. A devoted supporter for over 70 years, Howell was present at Wembley when the club won the FA Cup in 1987. She still remembers the team's anthem, the Sky Blue Song, and enjoys watching archive matches.

Her daughter, Susan Brennan, shares short videos of their daily interactions on YouTube and TikTok to document their time together and raise awareness about dementia. The posts have gained a growing following and received supportive messages from fellow fans, offering comfort to other families coping with the condition.

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Coventry’s Sky Blue Nana who doesn’t let dementia stop her cheering on Coventry City

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