2011 NFF In Memoriam

DALLAS, December 14, 2011 - The National Football Foundation & College Football Hall of Fame remembered today those who passed away in 2011 and played a role in improving the game of college football for future generations.

"It is always important at this time of year to reflect on those who have left us," said NFF President & CEO Steven J. Hatchell. "Part of the mission of the National Football Foundation is to shine a light on the good in the game and to preserve its history. We lost some great ones in 2011, and our thoughts and prayers are with their families, friends and universities. We will work hard to ensure that their contributions are not forgotten."

Bob Barry, Sr.
Broadcaster
University of Oklahoma
1931 - 2011

Emory Bellard
Head Football Coach
Texas A&M University, Mississippi State University
1925 - 2010

Al Davis
Football Coach, Commissioner, NFL Owner
Syracuse University
1929 - 2011

*Ed Dyas
2009 College Football Hall of Fame Inductee
1960 NFF National Scholar-Athlete
Auburn University
1939 - 2011

Dave Gavitt
Founder, Big East Conference
Dartmouth College
1937 - 2011

*George Franck
2002 College Football Hall of Fame Inductee
University of Minnesota
1918 - 2011

*F.M. Kirby
2000 NFF Gold Medal Winner
2007 NFF Legacy Award Winner
Lafayette College
1919 - 2011

Tony Knap
Head Football Coach
Utah State, Boise State, UNLV
1914 - 2011