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Olympics Memorial Site: Notable Deaths & Obituaries

Every two years, the Olympic Games return to thrill us with pageantry and drama, intense competition, and moving personal stories. Whether celebrating victory or suffering agonizing defeat, Olympians inspire us with their passion and dedication. This memorial site was created to remember Olympic athletes, coaches and others who were determined to go "Faster, Higher, Stronger."
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4/26/1937 - 5/19/2012

Remembering the life, death and legacy of Olympian Bob Boozer

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Bob Boozer was a star in college, an Olympic gold medalist and an 11-year professional who finished his playing career with an NBA championship. His friends and family remember him more for his humility and service to others. Boozer died of a brain aneurysm Saturday afternoon at an Omaha hospital. Ella Boozer, his wife of 46 years, said Sunday that he had become ill Friday night while visiting friends. He was 75. "Bob always said that he got everything...
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