Skipper Cresswell's heartbreak
It meant the shattered Cresswell didn't travel and missed the game at Gigg Lane.
His granddad had been an inspiration from being a youngster and also during his playing career and never missed a game.
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Hide AdThe players wore black armbands in tribute during Saturday's 1-1 draw.
Said boss Ronnie Moore: "Ryan’s granddad died on Friday and he didn’t feel up to playing at Bury and you can’t force the lad to play.
"He meant a lot to Ryan and it affected him badly. Hopefully he'll be back this week."
United travel to Burton Albion tomorrow in the Johnstone's Paint Trophy.