"It's the old syndrome," Butkus said Tuesday. Rest in peace, my friend. I never had the honor and privilege of meeting Doug but I listened to him on the radio religiously. You'll be missed Doug!!! RIP blueline EOG Master Apr 20, 2015 #2 Re: Former Bear Doug Buffone dies at 70 only show at WSCR I made it a point to listen to RIP John Kelly Born Gambler Staff member Apr 20, 2015 #3 Re: Former Bear Doug Buffone dies at 70 you were a good friend and I am proud that I knew you and your family. Doug was The man and always will be the Man. A great player on the field and an even better man off the field in all aspects. Melanie Davidson Banks. Adored his children and his Dana. To plant trees in memory, please visit the. Always enjoyed watching Doug play LB alongside Butkus and Brubacher, the 3 B's. Buffone played in 186 games for the Bears, making 1,257 tackles and going over the 100-tackle mark in seven seasons. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Great person. In his professional career, Buffone gathered more than 1,200 tackles, going over the 100-tackle mark in seven seasons. Bear Down. "I don't know," he said. Former Bears middle linebacker Brian Urlacher tweeted about Buffone's death Monday. My condolence to the Buffone Family> I had the pleasure of watching him play and then listening to him on the radio. Condolences to his family and friends during this difficult time. Doug was one of the founders of the Arena Football League, starting the Chicago Bruisers franchise, which played in the ArenaBowl II, he appeared on some Bruisers Radio and TV broadcasts with Les Grobstein, and was involved in the United States Football League with the Chicago Blitz. It's surprising how much a musical selection can affect mourning. He was 70. Buffone, a fourth-round draft pick whose 24 interceptions remain the most in club history for a linebacker, was found dead in his Chicago home, the coroners office said. Paramedics were called to Buffone's Chicago home Monday afternoon, where they found the popular linebacker-turned-broadcaster unresponsive, police said. Menu. It's funny how we strangers can call him Doug, but that's who he was to us. He was 70 years old and, in certain ways, died fulfilled. #dougbuffone. Syracuse Post Standard Homepage. He played the part of "Big Doug", a bookie and collector, noted for his humour in character as "Big Doug". He was kind, he was real, he was sincere, he will be truly missed by all. He was 70. He served as an unofficial ambassador for the team he loved and the game he devoted himself to, earning legions of friends and admirers through his unfailing graciousness and good-hearted nature. Unfortunately he played on some of the worst Bear teams in history, and never got the chance to play in any post season games except for a 1st round game in 1977. Buffone died at his residence in Chicago, Illinois, on April 20, 2015, aged 70. 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 radio personality and businessman, was found dead in his Chicago home Monday, according to police. In a statement, O'Bradovich said: Being with Doug the last 49 years, I know that no one person could love a family more than Doug. It seemed to me he was lucky that he never had any serious injuries while he played with me, Dick Butkus said. Buffone, a fourth-round draft pick whose 24 interceptions remain the most in club history for a linebacker, He was so proud of you and loved you like a son. We are praying for you and family. Doug Buffone will be missed. He will be missed. Former Bears middle linebacker Brian Urlacher tweeted about Buffone's death Monday. We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time. Buffone retired after the 1979 season with 24 career interceptions, the most for any Bears linebacker. He will be missed by all he touched. Don't take it out on us,' Bull said. All rights reserved, Storm System Could Bring Rain, Snow, and Gusty Winds to Chicago Area Friday, Chicago Police Officer Shot and Killed on Southwest Side, Chicago Police Release Details of What Led to Officer's Fatal Shooting in Gage Park, Who Did Your Ward Vote For? My condolences to the Buffone family. Doug was the man. "He wasn't worried about his awards or anything else," Butkus said. Yet Buffones death was also untimely, unexpected and filled with another kind of sadness. Sincerely, Marilyn Davis. I have nothing but great memories about him., Doug was a Bear. "We lost one of our greats. The shockwaves from Doug's passing have been felt by so many of us. Our sincere condolences to the Buffone family. Doug Buffone loved to tell stories, especially the one about his first game against the rival Packers. Doug, God has brought you home for the rest and comfort of a life well lived. He also had 10 fumble recoveries, nine forced fumbles, 37 sacks and 1,257 tackles, going over the 100-tackle mark in seven seasons. His earlier misses? My sincerest condolences to one of my best friends. Buffone, Doug Every man's death diminishes us, but that holds double for legends like Doug Buffone. RIP # 55. (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. He had 1,257 tackles, going over the 100 tackle mark in seven seasons. Buffone and his family resided in Chicago, and he was heavily involved in Chicago sports and broadcasting. Buffone's company Digital One is the creator of ClickStreamTV, an online video platform product that was designed for small to medium-sized businesses. Beyond my incredible respect for him he was a guy I loved, just like everybody I know who ever met him. Buffone was pronounced dead on the scene Monday My father Ernie Poulos enjoyed your company so much. Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love. Chicago Bears linebacker Doug Buffone. I send my sympathy and prayers to Doug's (Dyke's) family. 1 sport. Your legacy will live forever in my heart and mind.. Bear Down! Thanks doug. Douglas John Buffone (June 27, 1944 April 20, 2015) was an American football linebacker in the National Football League. FYI the boy could dance.". Other shows Buffone was involved in producing included The Neal Anderson Show for WBBM-AM, and The Mike Ditka Show for WSCR-AM. the former Bears linebacker who died April 20th at age 70 of natural causes. I will always remember our times together. ESPN's Jeff Dickerson and The Associated Press contributed to this report. ~Ps. When you met Doug Buffone you fell in love with him, and that's how we feel.. You nick named me "sugar bear" and I accepted it. "Doug's passion for the game of football and the Chicago Bears was unmatched, and he will be missed.". Later, when he was a guest co-host or scheduled football analyst with me we got to know each other even better. "I will always remember him for his football talent, sense of humor and enduring friendship," Butkus said. Buffone was said to have died of natural causes at the age of 70. CHICAGO -- Former Bears linebacker Doug Buffone, whose reputation for being a passionate football player carried over into his career as a sports broadcaster, All of us from back home in our Pennsylvania coal mining town were blessed to have him in our lives. 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. Learn how and when to remove this template message, "Who's Who In Town Caught In Tangled Webio Deal", "Former Bear Doug Buffone found dead at home", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Doug_Buffone&oldid=1140680500, Players of American football from Pennsylvania, People from Armstrong County, Pennsylvania, Short description is different from Wikidata, Articles needing additional references from April 2015, All articles needing additional references, Articles using infobox templates with no data rows, NFL player missing current team parameter, Infobox NFL biography articles missing alt text and caption, Infobox NFL biography articles with old NFL.com URL, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0. Buffone was the star of a popular segment of the Mully and Hanley show on WCSR on Fridays during the football season. Former Bears coach Mike Ditka said Buffone had a lot of passion for the team, adding he has "nothing but great memories about him.". You have funeral questions, we have answers. Submit an Obituary. Buffone retired with 24 career interceptions to lead all Bear linebackers. 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. He was married to Dana. My deepest sympathy to the entire Buffone family. 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. "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 cared," McCaskey said. Doug Buffone Birthday and Date of Death Doug Buffone was born on June 27, 1944 and died on April 20, 2015. They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel. A fearsome linebacker during a 14-year career, Doug transitioned into an instinctively honest analyst of the Bears, more or less, beginning with his retirement in 1979. Doug Buffone was a terrific person, he taught me tons about football and about life. Buffone played 14 seasons for the Bears tied for second most in franchise history making 1,257 tackles and surpassing the 100-tackle mark in seven seasons. He will be missed. For some people, the best send-off is one that they would have loved to attendthemselves: a big party. A staple of the Bears' defense in the mid-1960s until his retirement following the 1979 season, Buffone arrived in Chicago in 1966 when team founder George Halas selected the linebacker in the fourth round of the NFL draft out of Louisville. Butkus said he had been planning to call Buffone to check in last week but never did. RIP. 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. It's hard to say. As many who knew him have said, he was a great man and loved his family and his Bears. So sad to lose a boyhood friend. "He just did the job. PEACE. Projecting the futures of Kirk Cousins, Dalvin Cook and other Vikings veterans. Former Bears linebacker Buffone dies at 70, Top draft prospect Carter charged in fatal crash, Trade Lamar? Which first-round prospects should Raiders focus on at combine? He was a Bears rookie. My heart is heavy with sadness. Buffone, a fourth-round draft pick whose 24 interceptions remain the most in club history for a linebacker, was found dead in his Chicago home, the coroner's office said. 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. As a devoted Bear Fan for the last 50 years or more, I remember how truly great a linebacker he was. [2] Also, Buffone had a blog on his website where he posted his opinions on sports.[3]. Hope to see you in Heaven some day. Both players eventually found their way into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. "That bitterness never, ever was there with Doug, ever," he said. The bottom line is he was true and loyal to his family, to football and to his friends. CHICAGO (AP) Former Chicago Bears linebacker Doug Buffone, whose reputation for being a passionate football player carried over into his career as a thank you Doug for making the Bears watchable , your news radio great God Bless rest in peace >>>AMEN. 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. "I will always remember him for his football talent, sense of humor and enduring friendship," Butkus said. When I was a little football manager at SVHS, Doug made me feel important to the team. Doug's athletic prowess at Shannock Valley High School earned him a scholarship to the University of Louisville where he established a career total of 479 tackles, which remains third in program history to this day. A true friend. Dougs passion for the game of football and the Chicago Bears was unmatched and he will be missed. "He will always be celebrated as one of the Bears' greats for his contributions to his team and the fans who loved him. Buffone in recent years hosted a Bears postgame radio show on WSCR-AM with former teammate Ed O'Bradovich. Why the Packers' transition to Jordan Love, whenever it happens, will require patience, A new home for Michael Thomas? Buffone was an outspoken critic of the team in slow times, quoted by the Tribune from his radio show saying, "I could have gone to Rush Street last night and found 24 players who could do better than the Bears did today. 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. WebAge, Biography and Wiki. You will be greatly missed old friend. 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 Born on June 27, 1944, in Yatesboro, Pa., Buffone was the son of a coal miner. He died of natural causes, they said. R.I.P. Jr.(Harry) Paul, Bill, John and Doug were always together. We will all miss you. My condolences to your family you will be missed. He made a difference in a good-way in a lot of people lives. "I was going to call him over the weekend just to check in with him and see what was going on. Buffone died at his residence in Chicago, Illinois, on April 20, 2015, aged 70.[4]. Send simple, comforting meals with Home Chef. Doug rest in peace met you twice you were great to talk to you made me laugh. Bernstein said he has encountered former football players who were bitter about what they had to sacrifice. And I don't know if we really improved after that (with) our draft choices or whatever. He will be deeply missed. CHICAGO (AP) Former Chicago Bears linebacker Doug Buffone, whose reputation for being a passionate football player carried over into his career as a sports broadcaster, was found dead Monday in his . "I will always remember him for his football talent, sense of humor and enduring friendship," Butkus said. Food has always been a go-to for people in mourning. He will not soon be forgotten.I hope the promise at Isaiah 65:20 will bring comfort to the Buffone family. You will always be an inspiration. Could never know a better person and all that did were blessed! His retirement ended a link to our founder as he was the last active player to play for George Halas. Doug Buffone (Douglas John Buffone) was born on 27 June, 1944 in Yatesboro, Pennsylvania, USA, is an Actor. ", Oswego Easts Jehvion Starwood steps up with winning 3-pointer in OT. Police News Affairs said he was pronounced dead on the scene. Web70 Recently Passed Away Celebrities and Famous People. "I will always remember him for his football talent, sense of humor and enduring friendship," Butkus said. Buffone played in 186 games for the Bears, making 1,257 tackles and going over the 100-tackle mark in seven seasons. He teamed with fellow ex-Bears great Ed O'Bradovich on the radio in recent years. He finished every time., Lifes a beach under the basket for Lemonts Miles Beachum. In a statement, Hall of Famer Dick Butkus, who played alongside Buffone on the Bears for seven years, said a "great man" was lost. May memories of him and the love of your family and friends give you strength in the days ahead. 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. Doug will be missed but not forgotten. Rest in peace big Doug. My sister Flora Davidson and I send our sympathy to the whole Buffone family. We pray for him and for the family . It drove him nuts when we didnt play well and we always appreciated that he wore his heart on his sleeve because we knew how much he cared. His retirement from football also signaled the end of an era for the Bears as he was the last active Bear to have played for George Halas. I love and will miss you dearly! He had like bird legs but a developed upper body. Dougie, you were a great teammate." Doug was the epitome of the All American as a player and gentlemen. "He understood how important it was to go out of your way to appreciate your family and the good things that you have.". My condolences to the family and he will be truly missed! (Chicago Tribune historical photo). only met a couple times.. truly a class act .. Condolences to his friends and family. There was no one tougher on Sundays than Doug Buffone. In May 2009, Buffone and his long-time Bears post-game partner Ed O'Bradovich left WSCR-AM and joined Chicago Sports Webio. However, in June 2009, the founder of Chicago Sports Webio was charged with operating a Ponzi scheme, and the site was shut down. [1] Buffone and O'Bradovich re-signed with the Score in late August 2009. 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 Doug Buffone will be missed.. See How All 50 Wards Voted in the 2023 Chicago Mayoral Election. Buffone is one of only four players to lead UofL in tackles for three consecutive seasons. Buffones team record for games played was ultimately eclipsed by former long snapper Patrick Mannelly, who now holds the mark with 245. The (NFL) has just done a great job of marketing the game. CHICAGO -- Former Bears linebacker Doug Buffone, whose reputation for being a passionate football player carried over into his career as a sports broadcaster, died Monday at the age of 70. Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you. "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 cared," McCaskey said. "Today is a sad day for Bears nation," former Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher posted on Twitter. Grief researchers say holding that missing funeral service, even a year or more later, can still help us heal. I never heard him gripe, Butkus said. He Mitch Rosen, WSCR operations director, called Buffone a Chicago original., Not only a great football player, a great person on the radio but more than anything, just a great individual, Rosen said. He channeled his passion for the team and sport into a successful career as a Chicago sports radio personality. His retirement ended a link to our founder as he was the last active player to play for George Halas.. Enjoy that great football field in the sky. He was a good person, a true man's man and utterly devoted to his family and friends. "He was a very special guy.". A friend for 44 years. Listening to him and Ed was great. 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. We are sorry to hear of Dougs passing. He was a great player and a great friend, former Bears tight end and coach Mike Ditka said. The Bears selected him in the fourth round of the 1966 NFL draft and he chose the team over a better contract offer from San Diego in the old AFL. Family (1) Spouse Dana (? Loving brother of Sam, Dennis, Joseph, Debbie, Donna Jeanne and Tina. He was the last active player to play for team founder George Halas. In the 21st century, it's not just urns and gravestones anymore. Sadly, the personification of class and humility,is no longer with us. Doug was very passionate about the Bears and how they played! It was my privilege to know Doug for 32 years, going back to when he owned Doug Buffone's Bear Report. I'll never forget the laughs. All Rights Reserved. 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. "It's the I'm going to miss BIG DOUG! 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. "We lost one of our greats. I was fortunate enough to have Doug as a mentor, teammate, & friend at the University of Louisville. Doug Buffone will be missed." Choice is: Ex: Ray Lewis, Junior Seau. Today is a sad day for Bears nation. At Louisville, Buffone played center and linebacker for coach Frank Camp. Buffone went on to play 15 seasons at linebacker for the Bears, retiring in 1980 as the all-time leader in games played for the legendary organization. Player News. "We lost one of our greats. He provided broadcast color commentary for the first NFL game (featuring the Bears and the Dallas Cowboys) in Europe. My condolences to Dana and the children. "We lost one of our greats. Sympathy to your family. The Buffone Family is in my prayers. Not only a BEARS Icon, but a good man and I am sure a wonderful Husband, Father, Grandfather and son! He made a lasting impression as a "man's -man and a genuine nice guy.". 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. So admired, and deservedly so. We grew up in Yatesboro together. 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