"He understood how important it was to go out of your way to appreciate your family and the good things that you have.". Somebody that everybody loved. Former Bear Doug Buffone dies at 70. The thoughts and prayers of the people of Chicago are with Doug's family, friends, and many fans during this difficult time.". Butkus said he had been planning to call Buffone to check in last week but never did. "I don't think anybody that has played for the Bears ever had more.' Paramedics and police were summoned to Buffone's home on Chicago's West Side and found a 70-year-old man dead due to natural causes, said police spokesman Thomas Sweeney. All Rights Reserved. ESPN's Jeff Dickerson and The Associated Press contributed to this report. See here for a complete list of exchanges and delays. "He was a very special guy. I knew doug throughout the 70,s and there after our paths crossed on occasion,and each time he would greet you with a BIG buffone smile! Mr Buffone has always been a true ambassador for Chicago, the Bears, and the NFL. He remains the Cardinals' No. A Chicago great. I Had the pleasure of working for him at BBC. Beyond my incredible respect for him he was a guy I loved, just like everybody I know who ever met him. The first two pickoffs of his career came off future Hall of Famers Bart Starr and Johnny Unitas. He was a first cousin to my mother Marjorie Harland(Yanni). Your legacy will live forever in my heart and mind.. Bear Down! "I don't know," he said. Our condolences to the family - Doug will be greatly missed. rest in peace DOUG I was proud to be on the committee when they retired your high school jersey. Unless you are experienced as an estate executor, you probably should hire an attorney. It's hard to say. In a statement, Hall of Famer Dick Butkus, who played alongside Buffone on the Bears for seven years, said a "great man" was lost. In his professional career, Buffone gathered more than 1,200 tackles, going over the 100-tackle mark in seven seasons. "One of the most memorable drafts in Bears history came 50 years ago, a 20-player haul that was defined by the two players taken at the top of the first round with Butkus selected third overall and running back Gale Sayers taken with the very next pick in the round.Butkus was named to the Pro Bowl after his first eight seasons, a vicious and powerful playmaker on defense. Former Chicago Bears linebacker Doug Buffone's legacy stretches far beyond the football field. The team said in a statement that Buffone "will always be celebrated as one of the Bears greats for his contributions to his team and the fans who loved him. to laugh at yourself. Bernstein said he has encountered former football players who were bitter about what they had to sacrifice. Burlington Centrals Nicholas Gouriotis figures out the difference. In a 14-year NFL career, Buffone's rugged play and indomitable attitude represented the spirit of the Bears and the city of Chicago. Buffone's unbridled Bears enthusiasm made him a must-listen after games, especially following a difficult loss. 500) as one of seven children. Beloved husband to Dana, devoted father to Doug, Jr., Stephanie, Talleri, Ryan, Hailey and Heather, and grandfather to Nicholas and Avery Buffone, George and Madelyn Loureiro and Evelyn and Henry McKenna. Former Bears teammates remembered Buffone as an affable, fun-loving athlete with an engaging personality. As a devoted Bear Fan for the last 50 years or more, I remember how truly great a linebacker he was. Doug was very passionate about the Bears and how they played! We are praying for you and family. Everybody on the team wanted To wear Butkus's number; I proudly wore 55 ! "We lost one of our greats. "I will always remember him for his football talent, sense of humor and enduring friendship," Butkus said. Doug Buffone will be missed.. Remember Doug "Dike" from my days at U of L. He was a star (I was nobody---Just a regular student) but he always took the time to talk. Discover Doug Buffone's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. RIP #55 You will always be in our hearts!! Doug was also a successful businessman dating back to his playing career, a restaurateur and bar owner and the founder of what is now known as the Bear Report. As a University of Louisville teammate from 63-66 he was the inspiration and leader of everyone's effort. And I don't know if we really improved after that (with) our draft choices or whatever. Bear Down. My Condolences to the Buffone family. Over the years I got to know not only the football player, but the Man. Jupiter and Venus appear to 'kiss' in the sky, Belvidere Jeep assembly plant shut down indefinitely, Chicago Weather: Cloudy and much cooler Thursday. He had 1,257 tackles, going over the 100 tackle mark in seven seasons. He was also the last active Bears player who played for the team with George Halas as the head coach. What a guy! RIP # 55. So admired, and deservedly so. ", "His special relationship with Bears fans continued beyond his playing days, first through founding the Bear Report and later as one of the pioneers and long-time contributors to Chicagos first sports radio station, WSCR. Cause of death not yet known. And that's what made him such a great guy, a great character, a great person." Submit an Obituary. Doug and OB were my therapy after a tough loss and part of my celebration after a great win. 63-yo Bodybuilder Doug Brignoles Cause of Death Revealed As Covid-19 Infection Not Vaccination While there was speculation about Brignole's death, L.A. I'll never forget the laughs. - 20 April 2015) (his death) (2 children) Trivia (1) ", "For 15 seasons, Doug Buffone's play on the football field brought fear to his opponents but joy to his legions of fans here in Chicago," Mayor Rahm Emanuel said in a statement. It was an honor to share the #55 with the first legend to wear it, tweeted Lance Briggs, another former Bears linebacker. "Today is a sad day for Bears nation," said former Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher, who like Buffone played his entire career with the team. I appreciated his honesty and knowledge and just want to say thank you Big Doug. Copyright 2023 ESPN Internet Ventures. Cause of death not yet known. Police say Buffone was found dead in his University Village home in the 1200-block of West Lexington by paramedics Monday afternoon. He was so proud of you and loved you like a son. ol' buddy! "He will always be celebrated as one of the Bears' greats for his contributions to his team and the fans who loved him. My heart is heavy with sadness. In retirement, Buffone owned restaurants and was a studio host and football analyst for a Chicago radio station. There was no one tougher on Sundays than Doug Buffone. As many who knew him have said, he was a great man and loved his family and his Bears. Could the Cowboys look at a running back in first round again? "But that kind of floored me when my son called me and said what had happened. "He will always be celebrated as one of the Bears' greats for his contributions to his team and the fans who loved him. Number 55 is officially retired.Rest in peace,Doug. I have nothing but great memories about him., Doug was a Bear. My deepest sympathy to the entire Buffone family. June 27, 1944 - April 20, 2015 Chicago, Illinois | Age 70 Former Chicago Bears linebacker dies . Dana, and family'. Buffones team record for games played was ultimately eclipsed by former long snapper Patrick Mannelly, who now holds the mark with 245. In a statement, Hall of Famer Dick Butkus, who played alongside Buffone on the Bears for seven years, said a "great man" was lost. On "The Score", Buffone also co-hosted shows with Mike North (The Wise Guys) and Norm Van Lier (The Bear and The Bull) as well as other hosts. He was married to Dana. We grew up in Yatesboro together. St Patrick John Class of 1982 and Lake Forest College Class 1986 numbers 51&52 at Belmont & Austin will be at the visitation with a smile.No tears because I believe that number 55 is in heaven as I type this! (Chicago Tribune historical photo). Buffone retired after the 1979 season with 24 career interceptions, the most for any Bears linebacker. One was an air ball., Go big or go home. Jupiter and Venus appear to 'kiss' in the sky, Belvidere Jeep assembly plant shut down indefinitely, Chicago Weather: Cloudy and much cooler Thursday. [1] Buffone and O'Bradovich re-signed with the Score in late August 2009. My thoughts and prayers are with the Buffone family! Could never know a better person and all that did were blessed! He led Louisville in tackles three straight years and remains third on the all-time career list for tackles made with 479. It was my privilege to know Doug for 32 years, going back to when he owned Doug Buffone's Bear Report. I am Dyke's 1st cousin. He will always be celebrated as one of the Bears greats for his contributions to his team and the fans who loved him. In lieu of flowers, charitable donations to Maryville Academy and Mercy Hospital Heart and Vascular Center would be much appreciated. "It drove him nuts when we didn't play well, and we always appreciated that he wore his heart on his sleeve because we knew how much he cares," McCaskey said in a statement. We lost one of our greats. Chicago and bear fans around the world will miss you. only met a couple times.. truly a class act .. Condolences to his friends and family. More in Sports Obituary Read. The team said in a statement that Buffone will always be celebrated as one of the Bears greats for his contributions to his team and the fans who loved him. Beginning in the 1990s, Buffone became a fixture on Chicago sports talk radio and local television. Buffone died at his residence in Chicago, Illinois, on April 20, 2015, aged 70.[4]. (670 The Score) Monday marked the five-year anniversary of beloved former Bears linebacker and Score personality Doug Buffone's death at age 70. and Love. Condolences to the family. Other shows Buffone was involved in producing included The Neal Anderson Show for WBBM-AM, and The Mike Ditka Show for WSCR-AM. He was a great player and even better person after football. the former Bears linebacker who died From the sidelines of the Chicago Bears to the Casino, you will be greatly missed. I am sad that I won't be able to listen to him any more. My prayers and condolences for his family and dear friends. No cause of death was released. Adored his children and his Dana. Buffone was pronounced dead on the scene Monday Thank You Doug , well done indeed ! ESPN'sJeff Dickerson andThe Associated Press contributed to this report. Add Your Blog Posts Here; Player News Archive; Player News RSS Feed; Rushing & Receiving * Selected to Pro Bowl, + First-Team AP All-Pro, Bold indicates league leader; Web70 Recently Passed Away Celebrities and Famous People. Even the year we were 1-13, I always had the feeling we were going to win and we just didn't. The Buffone Family is in my prayers. Buffone is one of only four players to lead UofL in tackles for three consecutive seasons. "We lost one of our greats. My thoughts and prayers are with Dana and the entire family! "That bitterness never, ever was there with Doug ever," he said. "I was going to call him over the weekend just to check in with him and see what was going on. PEACE. Enjoy heaven with Sweetness, Gale, and Papa Bear. Always enjoyed watching Doug play LB alongside Butkus and Brubacher, the 3 B's. May memories of him and the love of your family and friends give you strength in the days ahead. Loving brother of Sam, Dennis, Joseph, Debbie, Donna Jeanne and Tina. He will not soon be forgotten.I hope the promise at Isaiah 65:20 will bring comfort to the Buffone family. I hope that Doug and Norm Van Lear reunite and I can just hear the 2 of them. "This is kind of a lull in the year. Former Bears coach Mike Ditka said Buffone had a lot of passion for the team, adding he has "nothing but great memories about him.". At Louisville, Buffone played center and linebacker for coach Frank Camp. I never had the honor and privilege of meeting Doug but I listened to him on the radio religiously. Doug will be missed but not forgotten. According to Bears media guides, Buffone also had 10 fumble recoveries, nine forced fumbles and 37 sacks. And he proved it each week over his 14-year career, a tenure record he shared with another great, Bill George, for 33 seasons. I have so much inspiration from his work ethic, his authenticity, approach to life, and he has helped me find strength in difficult times with his outlook, wisdom, laughs, and smiles. There was many a walk back to the car after a Bears game where I said, "I can't wait to hear what Doug has to say about this game." This is a big event. So sad to lose a boyhood friend. Rest in peace #55! "Sending our heartfelt condolences to family & friends of ex-#Bears LB Doug Buffone, who has passed away at age 70,"the Chicago Bears tweeted. When you met Doug Buffone you fell in love with him, and that's how we feel.. Offering my sincere condolences. He died of natural causes, they said. Former Bears middle linebacker Brian Urlacher tweeted about Buffone's death Monday. Buffone is survived by his wife, Dana, and six children: Doug Jr., Stephanie, Talleri, Ryan, Hailey and Heather. One time for Doug Buffone! RIP Our prayers to your family! Doug was a great friend to all of us. Enjoy that great football field in the sky. If youre in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist. Thank you Mr Buffone, your example shows us how to live and to love. Buffone, a well-liked and passionate linebacker who played 14 seasons for the Bears, was found dead at his home. Born in Yatesboro, Pennsylvania, Buffone played linebacker and center from 1962 to 1965 at the University of Louisville. Buffone was said to have died of natural causes at the age of 70. I will always remember our times together. In a statement, Hall of Famer Dick Butkus, who played alongside Buffone on the Bears for seven years, said a "great man" was lost. NFL draft questions for teams in the top 10: Will the Colts trade up? Buffone was an entrepreneur, and part owner of several Chicago area businesses, including "Gibson's Steak House", one of the most popular nightspots in Chicago's Rush Street area, and Digital One, a video production and streaming video company in the Chicago suburbs. "His was a life really well lived," WSCR-AM broadcaster Dan Bernstein said. The others are Mark Sander, Tom Jackson (197072) and Tyrus McCloud (1994-96). I feel blessed to have known him. May you find comfort in knowing that suffering and death will end here on earth. Doug Buffone, a former Bears linebacker who made a seamless transition from a prominent football career to a successful second life as a popular Chicago sports Former Bears middle linebacker Brian Urlacher tweeted about Buffone's death Monday. thank you Doug for making the Bears watchable , your news radio great God Bless rest in peace >>>AMEN. "One time for Doug Buffone! I remember your night club BBC off Rush Street. Buffone was said to have died of natural causes at the age of 70.Butkus said he had been planning to call Buffone to check in last week but never did. I was fortunate enough to have Doug as a mentor, teammate, & friend at the University of Louisville. "He was a very special guy.". There was no one tougher on Sundays than Doug Buffone. Legendary Chicago Bears linebacker Dick Butkus said Tuesday he was "floored" when he received news Monday that former teammate and close friend Doug Buffone had died. In his post-NFL life, he hosted various Bears talk shows and the post-game shows for the games, co-hosted by former player and teammate Ed O'Bradovich, on 670 The Score. Buffone played collegiate football for Louisville. ", Oswego Easts Jehvion Starwood steps up with winning 3-pointer in OT. CHICAGO (WLS) -- Doug Buffone, Chicago radio host and legendary Chicago Bears linebacker, has died. I was just happy to be there, to tell you the truth. [2] Also, Buffone had a blog on his website where he posted his opinions on sports.[3]. You will be greatly missed old friend. "Doug's passion for the game of football and the Chicago Bears was unmatched, and he will be missed.". Former Bears running back Ronnie Bull recalled the challenge of having to practice against the likes of Buffone, O'Bradovich and Butkus. May the God of all comfort be with you all. I send my sympathy and prayers to Doug's (Dyke's) family. A man who had no problem talking about covering himself in deer urine or how he conversed with extraterrestrials. Say hi to Vince Lombardi and all the other men that played with their Heart. After his playing days were over , had a great career doing radio with OB. Radio host and legendary Chicago Bears linebacker Doug Buffone dies at 70 (Photo: 1977), quoted by the Tribune from his radio show. I had the PLEASURE of meeting him in person a few times and you could just see and his passion for the game and his love of the Bears. Born on June 27, 1944, in Yatesboro, Pa., Buffone was the son of a coal miner. (Reuters) - Doug Buffone, a linebacker who played 14 seasons for the National Football League's Chicago Bears before retiring in 1980 as the franchise's all-time leader in games played, died on Monday at the age of 70, the team said. He was a Pro Bowler in my eyes on my team., In recent years, Buffone hosted a Bears postgame radio show on WSCR-AM 670 with Ed OBradovich. Thread starter richsox24; Start date Apr 20, 2015; richsox24 Apr 20, 2015 #1 Just reported. I was 10 when I attended tha bobby Douglas football camp at moose heart in the suburbs I remember Doug I got his autograph and recall was very nice and happy to be there rip go bears, My condolences on the painful loss of Doug Buffone. "We lost one of our greats. Buffone died due to natural causes, said police spokesman Thomas Sweeney. Projecting the futures of Kirk Cousins, Dalvin Cook and other Vikings veterans. Butkus said he had been planning to call Buffone to check in last week but never did. Expand the Memories and Condolences form. Doug was a lifelong entrepreneur, owning enterprises as varied as an embroidery company and a high-tech online video platform. Buffone, the son of a coal miner (whose parents were Italian immigrants from the southern province of Cosenza, regione di Calabria), attended high school at Shannock Valley High School in Rural Valley, Pennsylvania. The first time he came, as a Bear ,to play New Orleans, where I was an engineer at Chevron, he brought 4 of his teammates over to eat with me and my wife and for years that's all the neighbor's could talk about. Doug rest in peace met you twice you were great to talk to you made me laugh. I want to extend my warm wishes to Doug's family for comfort and hope his love will keep you all forever. Dear Dana, Kay Varga and I are thinking of you and sending you heartfelt prayers to give you strength to help you through this most difficult time. Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love. May god bless the buffone family. Portrait. Butkus spoke on a variety of topics during a conference call Tuesday, a call held by the NFL as the league continues promoting next week's NFL draft here in Chicago. Buffone's 14 seasons in Chicago are tied for second most in club history. 32 NFL players who could change teams this offseason, Disputed loan at center of Commanders probe, 2023 NFL franchise tag tracker: Commanders' Payne first to be tagged, Meet the man scouring Nigeria for the next generation of NBA and NFL talent, 2023 NFL combine preview: 15 future fantasy football stars to watch. Why the Packers' transition to Jordan Love, whenever it happens, will require patience, A new home for Michael Thomas? He also had 10 fumble recoveries, nine forced fumbles, 37 sacks and 1,257 tackles, going over the 100-tackle mark in seven seasons. We will all miss you. RIP. CHICAGO (WLS) -- Doug Buffone, Chicago radio host and legendary Chicago Bears linebacker, has died. The (NFL) has just done a great job of marketing the game. We kept saying, 'This is practice. To me, I loved the game and it was all about playing football and to get drafted and lo and behold play for your home city and have a guy like (defensive end Ed) O'Bradovich that I used to watch at Illiinois and Gale. CHICAGO -- Former Bears linebacker Doug Buffone, whose reputation for being a passionate football player carried over into his career as a sports broadcaster, He also held the team's record for most games played with 186. R.I.P. (Reporting by Steve Ginsburg in Washington; Editing by Peter Cooney), The Rush: Suns Kevin Durant dazzles in his debut against the Hornets, Sexual assault lawsuit against Jerry Jones revived after appeal, likely headed for trial, No. I love and will miss you dearly! Paramedics and police were summoned to Buffone's home on Chicago's West Side and found a 70-year-old man dead due to natural causes, said police spokesman Thomas Sweeney. You nick named me "sugar bear" and I accepted it. He left an indelible impression on the market's young, aspiring broadcasters, including former colleague and current co-host of ESPN Radio's Mike and Mike program, Mike Greenberg. "It's the old syndrome," Butkus said Tuesday. WebAge, Biography and Wiki. My condolence to the Buffone Family> I had the pleasure of watching him play and then listening to him on the radio. , doug buffone cause of death will always be in our hearts!, Buffone played and! 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