Bart Starr RIP

[mraynrand]

Anybody else have this book as a kid? I think I had it memorized at one point.

Yep, I had that book too.

I feel a bit sad that I really only got to experience Coach Starr. He always came across as a bit testy, but you knew it mattered to him, but he just wasn't great on that side of the clipboard. '82 was a fantastic year though. His best. But that doesn't matter - his greatest accomplishments were on the field. I agree with Shadow that he's the greatest Packer.

[Joemailman]

Always loved this wider angle picture

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I agree with Shadow that he's the greatest Packer.

thats why i asked if he was mr packer in the first post

i never saw him play, but in my opinion he was the ultimate packer. i still think a-rod and favre were better QBs, by starr is the face of the franchise

and honestly, you couldn't ask for a better man to be the face of your franchise

[mraynrand]

thats why i asked if he was mr packer in the first post

i never saw him play, but in my opinion he was the ultimate packer. i still think a-rod and favre were better QBs, by starr is the face of the franchise

and honestly, you couldn't ask for a better man to be the face of your franchise

I agree. My only complaint is that the rawhide boys ranch wouldn’t take my used car because “they had to be able to roll it onto the transport”

[Joemailman]

Brett Favre
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@BrettFavre
Bart Starr was the most kind, thoughtful and classiest person you could ever know. I consider myself extremely lucky to have called him friend and to have been mentioned in the same breath. Deanna and I are praying for Cherry and the Starr family. #RIPBartStarr

Troy Aikman
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@TroyAikman
Bart Starr was a true gentleman and one of the kindest people I knew. I had elbow surgery following our ‘95 Super Bowl in Birmingham and Bart made a visit to the hospital. To this day, not sure how he even knew I was there. #ripbart

Kurt Warner
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@kurt13warner
Saddened to hear the news that one of my idols #BartStarr has passed away... one of those rare GREAT players that was a WAY better human being than fball player! He touched so many and will be deeply missed - the world needs more like him!

John Kuhn
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@kuhnj30
I only got to meet you a few times but each time you reminded me of what an impact you can have by just being good person. One of the nicest people Ive been blessed to know and the epitome of what it means to be a professional athlete! RIP Bart Starr

Mason Crosby
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@crosbykicks2
Bart Starr is a legend in so many ways! I am so sad to hear this news today. I remember first meeting him my rookie year at the Lombardi golf classic. He always had time for everyone and made everyone around him better. Praying for Cherry and their family on this sad day.

Calais Campbell
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@CalaisCampbell
I’m saddened to learn of the passing of Bart Starr. His legacy has touched many people and I’m lucky to be one of those that was inspired by his spirit. Thank you for being the ultimate role model for professional athletes. Rest in Heaven

Greg McElroy
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@GregMcElroy
Man, this has been a tough day. Bart epitomized class in everything he did. He’s an absolute legend and should always be remembered for who he was, not for what he played. He was so much more than a football player. #RIP

Chicago Bears
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@ChicagoBears
Today we mourn with the rest of the football world. Our sincere condolences to the Packers and the Starr family.

[gbgary]

terrible loss. he was my first football hero. RIP Mr Starr.

[Joemailman]

https://www.packers.com/video/one-ye...mbeau-16382133

Video from Thanksgiving Night when Favre had #4 retired and Bart Starr was brought out. Starr portion of video at about 7:00 mark. I'm still mad at the Packers for losing to the Bears that night.

[pbmax]

Fran Tarkenton checking in:

Francis Tarkenton @Fran_Tarkenton

Today is a sad day. Bart Starr was truly one of the greatest, both as a quarterback and as a man. He deserves so much of the credit for five @packers championships. Bart, you were a special player and man, and you will be greatly missed by all of us. @nfl @ProFootballHOF

[pbmax]

James Lofton @lofton80
#BartStarr Bart and his wife Cherry were like a second set of parents to me and my wife Beverly. ⁦@packers⁩ ⁦@ProFootballHOF⁩ So much more than a coach. A man of great faith, dignity and integrity. I loved him and mourn his passing but my life is so much richer. RIP

[George Cumby]

The consistent theme of humility and kindness is a lesson for all of us, methinks.

[mraynrand]

^^^ Yep. Bart and Cherry had a hand in saving their marriage.

[pbmax]

Highlights.

https://twitter.com/packers/status/1133045977705787392

[pbmax]

Great Starr quote at the end.

https://twitter.com/Espngreeny/status/1133018559838380032

[Joemailman]

nm

[Joemailman]

Great Starr quote at the end.

https://twitter.com/Espngreeny/statu...18559838380032

Great quote by Greeny "Starr was Brady 40 years before Brady".