title: Rodney Fern
text: # Rodney Fern
  
  Rodney Alan Fern (13 December 1948 – 16 January 2018) was an English professional footballer who played as a striker.
  
  ## Career
  
  Born in Burton upon Trent, Fern played as an amateur for Measham Imps before turning professional in 1967 with Leicester City. He also played for Luton Town, Chesterfield and Rotherham United before retiring in 1983. He was part of the Leicester side that won the 1971 FA Charity Shield.
  
  Fern died on 16 January 2018, after suffering from dementia.
  
  