This Time, Sadly, It’s True: Joe Paterno Has Died
January 22, 2012 at 11:23 am Tina Hay 11 comments
The Penn State Football site on Twitter has tweeted the news so many of us were hoping not to hear:
“With great sadness we mourn the passing of Coach Joe Paterno…Few have done more.”
The Associated Press is reporting the news as well and includes a statement from the family.
Sad news. Incomprehensible, even. There will never be another one like Joe.
Tina Hay, editor
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1. Anonymous | January 22, 2012 at 11:42 am
Very sad.
2. Stephanie | January 22, 2012 at 11:47 am
That picture at the top is absolutely perfect. So blessed to have gone to his school.
3. Karen | January 22, 2012 at 11:53 am
I am so proud that all three of my daughters attend or have attended this school and experienced the morals and values of such a fine man as Joe Paterno.
4. Scott Cleveland | January 22, 2012 at 12:12 pm
God speed coach, rest in peace.
5. Lauren | January 22, 2012 at 12:55 pm
well said, Tina.
6. Anonymous | January 22, 2012 at 1:08 pm
Not withstanding its woefully inept administration and Trustees, Coach Paterno’s legacy — both emotionally and physically — will be among the proudest recollections of my time at Penn State.
7. Jason McGarvey | January 22, 2012 at 1:28 pm
If the last issue was a reflection on our darkest days as PSU alumni, I hope the next issue can be a reflection on the positive impact Paterno had beyond football and the university. Keep up the great work.
8. Anonymous | January 22, 2012 at 2:20 pm
to quote a statement from JoPa that I have on an afgan..
“They ask what I’d like written about me when I’m gone..I hope they write.. I made Penn State a better place not that I was just a good football coach. Rest in peace Joe and our thoughts and prayers are with the family
9. Shawn | January 23, 2012 at 11:19 am
Love you Joe!
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