Dennis Green

1949 - 2016

Dennis Green

1949 - 2016

BORN

1949

DIED

2016

Dennis Green Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jul. 22, 2016.
Dennis Green, the former head coach of the NFL’s Arizona Cardinals and Minnesota Vikings, died July 22, 2016, of complications of cardiac arrest, according to multiple news sources. He was 67.

Green’s family also announced the death in a news release.

Green coached for 13 NFL seasons, making the playoffs eight times. His win-loss record in the NFL was 113-94.

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Green, who was born Feb. 17, 1949, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, also worked with San Francisco 49ers head coach Bill Walsh before switching to head coaching duties in college football, first at Northwestern University from 1981 to 1985, and later, after another assistant coaching stint with the 49ers, Stanford University from 1989 to 1991.

He became head coach of the Vikings in 1992, leaving after the 2001 season. Three years later, he served as the head coach of the Arizona Cardinals. He left NFL football after the 2006 season.

From 2009 to 2011, Green was the head coach for the United Football League’s San Francisco franchise, the California Redwoods, which later moved to another California community and became the Sacramento Mountain Lions.

In a post on Facebook, the NFL Network praised Green’s coaching skills.

“He was both talented & impactful,” the network said. “Rest in Peace.”

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Maria Haas

July 31, 2019

One of our favorites in the North Country. Hall of Fame Coach for sure.
Godspeed Coach; So Sorry for all of our loss of You.
Rest In Peace.

Nick Camperlengo

November 5, 2017

Thank you for all your hard work and charity efforts. May you Rest In Peace. A TRUE Leader of men.

Earl Sanders

November 24, 2016

Rest in peace

Philip Waller

November 24, 2016

I am sorry to hear that Coach Green passed in july. My condolences to his wife and family.

Larry McGowan

August 28, 2016

A Great Coach and motivator. Rest in peace and thanks for the legacy you left behind, you will forever be miss on and off the football field.

August 18, 2016

rwb

Clayton Craig

August 13, 2016

We will miss seeing Dennis on the field

Jane Emison

August 7, 2016

Dear Marie,
I am so saddened to learn of Denny's passing. I have fond memories of our time together working to raise funds and awareness for Boys & Girls Clubs. Please know my thoughts are with you and your families. You are a very special woman and I know you will gather the strength to carry on in spite of your sadness and loss. I send my sincere sympathy.

August 2, 2016

RIP Dennis,
Sanders/Gumby Families

Jon Kydd

July 30, 2016

I've always like the passion Dennis Green brought to the coaching profession. Also, thanks for one of the best post game Q&A sessions of all time. Peaceful Journey Coach

Justin Fuchs

July 29, 2016

All of us in Minnesota will forever appreciate your coaching when you were here from 1992-2001. Rest in peace, Coach and say hi to Korey Stringer for me.

Joyce Sutton

July 29, 2016

You were a unbelievable coach and you will be truly missed R.I.P

Dan Hennes

July 29, 2016

Richard Joyner

July 29, 2016

We love you coach Green

July 29, 2016

God Bless the Green family during this time of sorrow.

Jankeith Gatewood

Skee Derr

July 29, 2016

To the family of Dennis Earl Green

We are sincerely sorry to hear of the passing of Dennis. We hope you will find peace and strength in your faith, family and friends at this time of loss.

Would a member of the family at a later time please REGISTER Dennis so he will also be honored and remembered in the HISTORICAL PRESERVATION RECORD of those who attended JOHN HARRIS HIGH SCHOOL, as he was a cherished member of the PIONEER graduating Class of 1967.

Please go to www.johnharrishighschool.ORG and submit the information for DENNIS using the REGISTER page. Please feel free to register all other family members who attended Harris or any city school as well, living or deceased.


God Bless..JHHS Classmates

Skee Derr

July 29, 2016

To the family of Dennis Earl Green

We are sincerely sorry to hear of the passing of Dennis. We hope you will find peace and strength in your faith, family and friends at this time of loss.

Would a member of the family at a later time please REGISTER Dennis so he will also be honored and remembered in the HISTORICAL PRESERVATION RECORD of those who attended JOHN HARRIS HIGH SCHOOL, as he was a cherished member of the PIONEER graduating Class of 1968.

Please go to www.johnharrishighschool.ORG and submit the information for DENNIS using the REGISTER page. Please feel free to register all other family members who attended Harris or any city school as well, living or deceased.


God Bless..JHHS Classmates

Manny Mancillas

July 28, 2016

Marie, the sadness is so very deep yet our dear Lord has heightened our gaze. Upward to the heavens.
Dennis and i spent a fair amount of time watching your son at CIF while he high jumped. Joking and laughing and sharing stories.
Thank you for the opportunity to gain your friendship while serving you when you came to shop with us at Albertsons.
My prayers are constant for you and your son.
Peace and love as always..

Maria

July 28, 2016

Rest in Peace.

Merylene Dampier

July 28, 2016

Marie and family, I was in Minneapolis for Dave Malzahn's celebration of life when his son told me about Dennis's passing. I know they are in heaven, healthy and at peace. My heart is sadden for all of you because I understand what you are going through. Dave loved your family. Merylene Dampier Malzahn

Fred Zamberletti

July 28, 2016

The Green Family-

Marie,

I realize there is little one can say or do, but I wanted to express my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Denny always treated me the way he wanted to be treated - that is with respect and dignity. He made my retiring years special and for this I will always be grateful.

God bless you,
Fred Zamberletti

July 27, 2016

"I am saddened by the passing of Dennis Green, I have shared with many of how he visited Richard R. Green Central Park School on my request to see this student who played the drums. Green was taking drum lessons while a coach for the Mn Vikings. Well he came to the school's last band concert of the year. The school was excited to have this Special guest. He met the student, commended him and left to catch a flight. This really touched my heart of taking the time to show such act of kindness. He was also very passionate about poetry too! He left an indelible on Mn. in sports and humanity! A-shaa Dennis Green may you now rest in God's love Rosa Bogar Mpls. Mn.

July 27, 2016

"I am saddened by the passing of Dennis Green, I have shared with many of how he visited Richard R. Green Central Park School on my request to see this student who played the drums. Green was taking drum lessons while a coach for the Mn Vikings. Well he came to the school's last band concert of the year. The school was excited to have this Special guest. He met the student, commended him and left to catch a flight. This really touched my heart of taking the time to show such act of kindness. He was also very passionate about poetry too! He left an indelible on Mn. in sports and humanity! A-shaa Dennis Green may you now rest in God's love

Tamra Anderson

July 27, 2016

Dearest Marie, Vanessa, Zach, Jim, Gail, and Jimmy,

We can't put into words how very saddened we are for all of you on the loss of your husband, dad, son-in law, and brother-in-law. While we have only met Dennis a few times, we feel like we know him through Jim and Gail's stories and our long ago invitation on the Denny Green Show. In the few instances we met and talked with Denny, we knew we were in the presence of an amazing man - smart, compassionate, big-hearted, down-to-earth - a larger than life person who made a difference in so many lives. Prayers, love, peace, and strength to all of you.
Tamra, Rick, Michael, and Michelle

Jack K

July 27, 2016

This was a dignified man. An honest man. A good man. A great record in life. They do not come any better. Rest in peace, Coach!

Mina William

July 27, 2016

Dear Green Family , please don't sorrow as those who don't have a hope. 1Thess.4 :13.

Dr Lisa Williams

July 27, 2016

Marie
You are such an angel. Since meeting you, you've have brought both joy and inspiration to my life. I just adore you!! Denny's love for you and the family will endure. He is now your eternal protector and your loving guidance. He is calling heavenly plays for you guys. I'm here for you. Please, please let me know if I can do anything for you guys. Anything at all. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. ❤

Anita

July 27, 2016

My sincere condolences to the Family. Please be comforted by God's promise to keep him in his memory.John 5:25.

Lawrence Matthews Jr.

July 26, 2016

To Marie and the Green family, I'd like to express my deepest sympathy for the loss of your loved one and my friend. It was our mutual love of music and football that rekindled a friendship started many years ago in Iowa City, through his tenure in San Francisco and at Stanford to Minnesota. I sent him a tape of some jazz I recorded while working as a DJ at a local radio station here in Sacramento and Denny sent me a round trip ticket to Minneapolis to experience training camp with him and the Vikings. Over the next several years, Denny his coaches and the front office staff went above and beyond to make me feel at home. His counsel, advice but most of all his friendship will truly be missed. I was a sideline witness to many great players and coaches he led in victory and defeat. I miss you "Coach" and look forward to rejoining you in the Sunset of my Celebration to come.

Lawrence(Paula) Matthews Jr.
Iowa Class of '77

July 26, 2016

To the Green Family:

Denny - RIP - Number 41
One of John Harris's greats, team leader, class president, a true friend to have on your side, a man who never forgot his home town.
Pioneers forever.

Theresa thompson

July 26, 2016

Marie and family,

My deepest Sympathy on the loss of your dear husband. You and your family are in our prayers.

Prayers of love and strength as you navigate this difficult time. Cherish the beautiful memories.

Love,

Bill and Theresa Thompson

Jon (Johnny) Holloway

July 26, 2016

My sincere condolences to the Green Family. Coach is the most influential person in my professional careers, as both a player and coach. Coach was truly a "Players" coach. ALWAYS there when I call upon him (and even if I didn't). More than a coach, he was an uncompromisingly loyal friend. I will truly miss him.

July 26, 2016

Hard to find words to express the many emotions I feel. Coach is the most influential figure in my professional life as a coach. He was truly a "players'coach" , always there when I called upon him for anything. More than just a Coach, a caring an uncompromisingly loyal friend that I will truly miss. -Johnny Holloway

Hugh (Huck) Woolridge

July 26, 2016

It's hard to find the right words when you lose a classmate, teammate, and friend. To Dennis's family may you find peace in the Lord. God bless you all.

Cathy Gumbiner

July 26, 2016

My heartfelt condolences to the family and friends and to all whose lives were touched by this wonderful man. He has made such an impact and has left more of a legacy that he ever knew. In HIS glory, God bless you, Dennis Green.

Richard McHugh

July 26, 2016

I join with many who are praying for Dennis and his family.

Marty G Green and family

July 26, 2016

We were so deeply sadden by the passing of Denny!! He was a awesome individual and will be missed tremendously!!! GOD BLESS the family!!!

Judy Robinson

July 25, 2016

I was saddened by the news of Denny's passing. Although we were both from Harrisburg, we graduated from different high schools and I didn't have the pleasure of meeting him until we were freshmen at Iowa. I have fond memories of those days in Iowa City. It was always a treat to be in Denny's company, even when we were in Portuguese class which was clearly not his favorite place to be! Many years later, I was working at a community-based health center in one of Harrisburg's public housing communities and contacted Denny. He was generous with his support of our work. It was my hope to someday see him again and I sincerely regret that I won't have that opportunity. Denny was one of the good guys and he will surely be missed by many. I extend my sincerest sympathy to his family.

July 25, 2016

Dear family of Denny Green,

I was shocked and saddened at news of his sudden passing. Denny and I went to Edison Jr. High and John Harris High School together. He was my 1967 Class Pres. I tutored him in Chemestry. I ended up in Seminary in Dayton while he was also there. I've always been proud of all he accomplished in his life against great odds. He was a good kid who became a good man. I know he's with the Lord.

Rev. Lorelei M. Floyd Bach

Harriet Smith

July 25, 2016

My sympathy to Dennis Greens family on his passing. He was a John Harris Pioneer football player and graduated with the Class of 1967. The class members have always been proud of his accomplishments. He will be missed.
RIP classmate.

Harriet Anderson Smith

Michelle Green

July 25, 2016

My dearest family, my heart is heavy for you, and saddened about the loss of my Uncle Dennis. The youngest of the Green 5 may have been famous to the world, but to all of us, he was just our Uncle D. He had that Green smile that lights a room up, and a love for his family that was indescribable. I will miss him dearly but I trust that he and daddy are reunited with Grandpop and Grandma, and they are all most likely fishing :)
Love to all of you. Marie, what a Blessing you were to him, Patti and Vannessa....his beautiful daughters, and Zach and Jeremy....stay strong cousins. Love you all. MG

Lamarr, LJ, Houston and Ahleshia Crouch

July 25, 2016

RIP Dennise it was great pleasure knowing you. Such a great personality and open hearted person. Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your family.

Banks

July 25, 2016

To The Green Family,sorry for your loss but know that our loving Creator cares for you and will comfort you during this difficult time.

Craig Hawthorne

July 25, 2016

Greg and Family,
I'm so sorry and saddened to hear of Denny's passing. Sending comforting thoughts and prayers to you and yours. I always loved watching him patrol the sidelines on Sundays. One of the best! I know he will be missed by all.

Bill Cavanaugh

July 25, 2016

Denny always had a smile and a big hello...every time I saw him at St. James Academy , Cathedral Catholic High School or Del Mar Beach. He enjoyed talking about the kids and their sports. He will be missed by many but forgotten by none.

Connie Jenkins

July 25, 2016

To the family of Dennis Green I am sorry for your loss.. Please know that God is with you and your family during this most difficult time. This is the time you and your family should throw all your anxieties on God, because he cares for you. I know it's difficult to see pass the sorrow, but if you look back at the wonderful lifetime of memories you've shared with Dennis they will comfort you. May God continue to be with your family.

Melvin Waters Sr.

July 25, 2016

The Waters' Family of Harrisburg, PA (David Sr., Mary, David Jr., Carol, Melvin Sr., Sharon, Deborah, and Yolanda) sends our heartfelt condolences to the Green Family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you throughout this challenging time.

Linda Sullivan

July 25, 2016

My sincerest sympathy to the entire Green family. I am a friend of his brother, Greg (and Nancy)in Pennsylvania and I know what a wonderful man Dennis was. He will be so sadly missed.

Janice Dietrich/Brown

July 25, 2016

My sympathy and prayers for your family at this time. Denny was my classmate at Edison and John Harris. He will always be in our memories. May God give you strength so that you find peace.

Diane

July 25, 2016

My SINCERE SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY. please CONFORTED KNOWING GOD's KINGDOM WILL BRING PEACE WE PRAY FOR IT. MATTHEW 6:10

Min. C Gary

July 25, 2016

What a legacy!!!!!! Mr. Green left an
Indlligible mark in this world. He was an inspiration to many people. He was a humble, humble man. May God bless and rest his soul. To the Green family, hold on to the precious memories of Mr. Green and remember him in the good times. May God bless and keep you all.

Jim Watson

July 25, 2016

Dennis was who we thought he was; a dedicated teacher and professional who provided some great comic relief along the way. I really missed him when he left the NFL.

July 25, 2016

My thoughts and prayers goes out to Dennis Greens family I have been a Vikings fan all my life and watched coach green with the Vikings He was a excellent coach and had many winning seasons with MinneasotaI?oved his style of play and it showed on the football field You will be missed by many including myself RIP Coach John Arnold North Sioux City SD

Maggie McKasy

July 25, 2016

Dear Marie, we were so sorry to hear of your loss and wanted you to know you are in our thoughts and our prayers. If you need anything , please let us know. Still miss your bright smile on the line..
Maggie and Theresa McKasy

July 24, 2016

Thanks for helping me do my best at the University of Iowa .. You were such a great coach ... Brandt Yocom TE Univ of Iowa 1974 and 1975

Thomas Pederson

July 24, 2016

Blessings to all of Mr. Green's family. Rest in peace Denny Green and thank you for your contribution to the Iowa Hawkeye's, and much later to the Minnesota Vikings. You were a stand out amongst others of your profession and you played some mean drums as well! -Thomas P (Cedar Rapids, IA)

David Wise

July 24, 2016

RIP cousin you were a true role model and inspiration to so many people

Mike K

July 24, 2016

Thank you Coach. Your sprit lives on because you deeply touched so many. Northwestern will always love you. Go Cats

Ernie Sheeler

July 24, 2016

To (Denny) Green family. Thank you for sharing your father/husband with me. I lived in the Ohio Soldiers&Sailors Orphanage in Xenia, Ohio whenI first met Coach Green. I was 17yrs old, I attended The University Of Iowa, played football and earned my degree in Social Work. Coach Green introduce me to fishing while at Iowa. I am who I am because of Coach Green. Yes, like you once wrote in a letter to me: "We both have come along way". I will always remember your kindness and love. Gone but not forgotten...Love You Coach Green!!

Harry Simpson

July 24, 2016

Godspeed, and thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.

July 24, 2016

You will be so missed Mr. Green. Rest in peace. Prayers to your family and friends.

We are so sorry for the loss of such a decent man.

Deepest sympathy.

Regan Family

July 24, 2016

Job well done. Prayers to the family and friends.

Rhonda, MD

Carlo Dee

July 24, 2016

He was who we thought he was. A great guy with a passion for life. Condolences to the family & friends

Massaro Family

July 23, 2016

We are deeply saddened by the loss that you and your family have encountered. Our hearts go out to you during this difficult and trying time. May our prayers serve as comfort to you and your loved ones.

July 23, 2016

My condolences to your family during this time of grief.

Maury Waugh

July 23, 2016

RIP Coach Green. He was a great coach and a good man who had such a positive impact on my career. I'm extremely grateful for all he did for me. My thoughts and prayers go to the family.

July 23, 2016

I loved an African american as Dennis to achieve what he did I'm a 58 year old truck driver the only time I was not for his team was in 1998 when his boy Andersen missed that field goal aganist my beloved falcons however I was happy that day but my heart went out to him and Chris Carter may Jehovah bless his family with the truth about Jesus's ransom sacrifice and Jehovah Gods plans for the future I'm so sorry this is only the second time I've posted something like this .i really respected his body of work

July 23, 2016

Extending my prays and sympathy to the Greens ,family, friends,fans and associated In y'all bereavement ,of coach Green, May God strength and comfort and memories that shared bring joy.Rip
Artis, MACON Georgia

Wade Gadson

July 23, 2016

We will be lifting the Family up in prayer

cora anderson

July 23, 2016

May you cherish the memories of Dennis Green and all of his great accomplishments.May God grant you peace during this time of sorrow. Numbers6:24-26

July 23, 2016

To the family, I am so sorry for your loss. May you be comforted by the God of peace. Trust in him, lean on him now and always

John & Therese Fontes

July 23, 2016

Our heartfelt condolences to the Denny Green Family.

Trish Mosley

July 23, 2016

Rip

Louis Lepera and family

July 23, 2016

We are so sorry for your loss.

Holly Miller

July 23, 2016

Gail, Jim, Jim and especially Marie, Zach and Vanessa-My thoughts and prayers are with you. Beyond the football stats, my first thoughts were of you, his family.

(The Millers-REM Wilson)

Scott Chamberland

July 23, 2016

Please accept my Deepest Sympathies

Phillip L. & Pamela K. Buchanan

July 23, 2016

To the Dennis Green Family:

We extend our sincere condolences to the Dennis Green family members and friends.

Dennis had a huge heart for people. He gave so much to the game of football, community and to his family and friends.

He was always approachable to helping those in great need. When we all grew up in Harrisburg on 17th Street, we knew Dennis would go far in life.

Now he is in the field heaven coaching on the Lord's team. Let's embrace his life and treasure the memories of a beautiful man.

God bless,

Phillip and Pam Buchanan

July 23, 2016

I'm sorry for your loss l hope God gives you the comfort that is needed in this time I pray for peace for the family lsaiah 25:8 WH

July 23, 2016

July 23 2016

Expressing condolences to the family of Dennis Green. Throw all your anxiety on because he cares for you. (1Peter 5: 7) May you find comfort, and a moment of peace from thes words !

Otis.-------Florida

anthony salomone

July 23, 2016

To the Green Family my prayers go out to u all during this time

July 23, 2016

God Bless you Coach - Rest in Peace

Valenda Newell

July 23, 2016

COACH, Thanks for setting the stage for the younger coaches, for they now know there is no longevity in that JOB (invest wisely my friends). I love seeing you on TV while watching the NFL games, one is the BEST of the BEST in COACHING......THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES

Paula volante Feist

July 23, 2016

So many wonderful years prayers to family and friends. You will always be remembered. Like a cloud up above we send our love

G. Freeman

July 23, 2016

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

Robert J Mills

July 23, 2016

What a great man, to the Green family my sincerest condolences.

Gary Gordon

July 23, 2016

Prayers and thoughts are with all of the family. Dennis was a great coach and mentor.

Gary Gordon

July 23, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of the family. Dennis was a great coach and mentor, and he will be missed by all who knew him. God give you strength.

July 23, 2016

To family and friends, please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss of Dennis. He contributed much to the sport of football and no doubt many sacrifices. Thank you for sharing him and may your treasured memories comfort and strengthen you during this time of grief.

July 23, 2016

God bless and keep you, Coach. May
heaven be what you thought it was!

ROB Turner

July 23, 2016

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Shawn Tybor

July 23, 2016

Even though I walk thru the valley of the shadow of death,I will fear no evil! ,for your are with me! Jesus thank you for Dennis Green! May his death bring life to others! May you comfort his family and friends!

Kevin Perry

July 23, 2016

God Bless.

July 23, 2016

To family and friends of Mr. Dennis Green, sorry for your loss, please remember the promise found in God's word at John 5 verse 28,29.

July 23, 2016

My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Norma Osborne

July 23, 2016

Rest in peace.

Clifton Melerine

July 23, 2016

To Dennis Green's Family, I'm so sorry for your Great Loss. I pray that God gives your Family the strength to get through this unexpected Tragedy. I didn't know Mr. Green Personally but to me he was a Good Man and a Great Coach.god Please Heal this Family... From a Stranger. Clifton & Glenda Melerine.

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