JAMES MANDICH Obituary

MANDICH, JAMES MICHAEL, who was a tight end for the Miami Dolphins in 1972 when the team accomplished the only perfect season in NFL history, an entrepreneur and a famous color commentator for the Dolphins, died Tuesday at age 62. Mandich leaves behind a playbook of how to live life - with a kind heart, fighting spirit, quick humor, traditional work ethic, community charity, and love of family and friends. During football season thousands of sports fans would be "just riding around with (their) windows down", listening to a Dolphins game, and hearing that familiar voice in the wind cry out, "All right Miami!" Mandich was born July 30, 1948, in Cleveland, Ohio. Raised in Solon, Ohio, he was a star high school football and basketball player. Following high school he was recruited by Bo Schembechler to attend the University of Michigan. There he earned his B.A. in Business Administration and starred as an All-American tight end and captain. He was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2004. In 1970 Mandich was the Miami Dolphins' first draft pick. He played tight end for the Dolphins through 1977 and was proud to have been a member of Don Shula's "Perfect Season" team of 1972-1973. He won two Super Bowl rings with the Dolphins and played key roles in both victories. He ended his career in the 1978-1979 season the way every professional player wishes to - with a final Super Bowl ring, this time with the Pittsburgh Steelers. After retiring as a football player, Mandich managed dual careers. The first was in construction where he started as a project manager, became a partner, and served as the president of Lotspeich Company, Inc. for 25 years. The second career was in both radio and television sports broadcasting where he enjoyed extended runs as a local sports-talk favorite and an energetic game day color commentator for the Miami Dolphins. His fan base spreads across the entire state of Florida and includes sports fans, coaches, former teammates, friends, and business associates. As important as football was to Mandich, his most prized catch was his wife, Bonnie Lee Mandich. They met in 1975 and were married, and he adored her for the rest of his life. He is survived by Bonnie and their three remarkable sons, Michael, Mark, and Nicholas. Mandich is mourned, missed and loved by many. The Mandich family requests, in lieu of flowers, for donations to be made to the Sylvester Cancer Clinic in Miami, where Mandich received dedicated care. The Mandich family will hold a private memorial service on Saturday. View this Guest Book at www. MiamiHerald.com/obituaries.

Published by the Miami Herald on Apr. 29, 2011.
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November 17, 2019

A cousin I never met but only heard great things about. He must have been a hero to alot of people. So sorry for your loss to the Mandich family, you lost a great person. He left a legacy I'm sure no one will forget.

Trish Ratliff

July 19, 2015

We still miss ya' Mad Dog!

Alright Miami

November 1, 2014

Sydney smith one love mad dog

sydney smith

September 1, 2014

Missed but never forgotten. Love ya man

Ralph Salvatore

March 26, 2013

Dear Jim,
Being from Youngstown, Ohio and having lived in Miami from 1996-2005, I really enjoyed listening to you. I moved to NC in 2005, and listening to you was one of the things I missed the most. I return to Miami regularly for business and have been searching for your voice on QAM during every trip. It was not until today, August 20th, that I realized the news of your passing. I know you are missed. I also know that wherever you are, the party just got a lot better. I'll pray for your family and celebrate your life with a green lizard tonight.
Greg Bartell
Charlotte, NC

August 20, 2011

Jim,
I am really sorry for your family and friends who will miss you dearly.
I will never forget the fun we had for a few years in the early 70's. Life was wonderful and you made it so much better. I still cherish a little box of letters and postcards you sent me from all over the world when you went on your U.S.O. tour. My parents were thrilled to meet you, especially my dad! You are such a great guy!!! Heaven is lucky to have you.
Cookie

Cookie Straka

August 16, 2011

As a transplanted Redskins fan for the 10 years I lived in SoFla, Mad Dog's game calls were an 'acquired' taste. But his smart, funny and always engaging afternoon show made me a huge fan. I had the opportunity to meet him a few times over the years and always saw a class act, a true professional and one hell of a guy.

I often think of the Mad Dog when I roll the windows down, pop open the sun roof and crank the tunes. Now those thoughts will be bittersweet, but I will be smiling at the thought of the Mad Dog enjoying a cold one in a green bottle, with the angels.

Bob Papke

July 27, 2011

My condolences to the Mandich family.
I just learned of Jim's death yesterday and was quite stunned by the news. I have great memories, growing up in Solon with him, playing football in the snow as kids,baseball in high school and getting together years later in Jacksonville for the TPC. You will be missed!

Jerry Scally

July 27, 2011

MadDog you would have never known how much you meant to me as the kind of person you were as you helped me just listening to you on the radio during my darkest days as a father with an Autistic daughter. You helped me pull thru with your outlook on Life.
Thank You very much, God Bless you and your wonderful family.
Rest in Peace my brother!

Jorge Landa

July 21, 2011

Deepest condolences.

Margaret Cohen

July 14, 2011

Our deepest comdolences to "The Mancich Family". Jim and the family are certainly in God's thoughts. He eager to heal the pain of losing a loved one.Psalms 147:3-" Our loving God is healing the broken hearted ones, and binding up their painful spots."

Ann

July 2, 2011

Mad Dog, rest in peace in that great gridiron in the sky. We miss you; Bob and Connie Soucy

Bob & Connie Soucy

June 26, 2011

My Dad & Jim's Aunt Sally were cousins. I will always remember my Dad & Uncle Pete recalling how they used to have to trick Jim into getting his physicals for the season - he was afraid of needles. & the stories they told of how much he could eat. My greatest pride was that my cousin was a professional football player & an awesome man. I know that Aunt Sally & Uncle Pete are in heaven reunited with him and they are all looking down on us.

Deborah Hartt

June 24, 2011

Monica Henry

June 24, 2011

Rest n Peace Mad Dog Thanks for the memories and telling it like it is, Jimmy Lee Shaw

June 21, 2011

My name is June MacDonald, a former resident and teacher in the Miami schools, but most importantly a fan of #88 and a first cousin of his aunt Sally Mandich. She and her husband, Peter Mandich, adored Jim and supported him through his days as Captain of Michigan team. Jim treated Sally and me to a fine dinner at Shula's steak house when she came from Ohio to visit him. My deepest sympathy to all the family. I liked so much hearing his commentary on the radio.

June MacDonald

May 20, 2011

I had the pleasure of taking care of Mr. Mandich in the hospital,he never complained and called except when the machines beeped.He gave generous gift for the staff for his calmness and kindness.All of us who have been blessed to have known him,from the immediate family to the fans etc,we take comfort in knowing that we have a special angel and saint watching and interceding for us.Like St.Therese of the Little Flower{she died at an early age never complained about her illness],his mission continues.I am sure he is watching and praying for the Heat right now because he knows what a championship brings to the community.He is truly a Saint in Heaven.

blandina asesor

May 14, 2011

Often times when someone passes it is hard to remember their voice, if you are like me I will have no problem remembering Jim's. There are many fine gentlemen that were in those Dolphin teams,tough as nails as players with hearts of gold and compassion for others. If I were clicking the radio and heard Jim's voice..there was no more changing stations..cause you knew he was going to talk some football! He was a prize and we will never forget him...ever! Bless you Mad Dog...keep the chatter going in heaven!

Nona Rauch

May 9, 2011

My sincerest condolences to the Mandich family.
All of us sports fans in South Florida have lost one of our area most recognizable and passionate radio and TV voices.
I feel very fortunate to have met Jim the summer of 1994. I love sports and radio broadcasting and attended Mandich's 1st broadcasting camp. The experience will always be a highlight reel for me. I'll always remember 2 verbal gems of Jim's. They've been seared in my mind as each phrase was about pursuing a career and living life with integrity and authenticity. He was a wonderful and uplifting teacher.
Thank you, Jim...

Andrea Corn, Psy.D.

May 7, 2011

It was truly a pleasure and an honor to have known you Jim. I was a Dolphin Doll in the 70's when you played. Then, as a flight attendant, we reminisced on the Dolphin charters about the good ole' days and what a great team the Dolphins were.You always had a smile on your face and were kind to everyone.

Gail Kiesshauer

May 7, 2011

derry nichols

May 6, 2011

Not being from Miami I only knew Jim personally for a brief period of time, but as an TE for one of my favorite teams, I knew No. 88 real well!! Once getting to know Jim, his enthusiasm, passion for life, and commitment to giving 100% in all that he did helped me understand why he was such a good TE. To Jim's family, you are in my prayers.

Tom O'Donnell

May 5, 2011

Tom O'Donnell

May 5, 2011

TO JIM, I KNOW YOU ARE IN HEAVEN WITH A LOT OF PEOPLE I KNOW BUT AS A WOMAN WHO LOVED FOOTBALL, WHAT MADE ME LOVE IT WAS YOUR VOICE AND YOUR HEART. YOU HAD AN HONESTY SO DEAREST. I WAS IN HARD TIMES WHEN YOU WERE PART OF UNBEATEN TEAM BUT KNOWING YOU ARE PART OF IT AND KNOWING HOW MUCH YOU LOVED MIAMI AND THIS CITY MADE THAT TIME VERY MEMORABLE. I REMEMBER YOU WORRYING WHEN THERE WAS A CHANCE THE STREAK WOULD END. YOU ARE A GREAT MAN JIM MANDICH AND I HOPE YOU CAN SEE HOW REALLY MEMORABLE YOU WERE AND MAYBE BROADCAST FROM HEAVEN. YOU ARE TRULY MISSED MR MAD DOG. YOUR FAMILY WAS AND IS VERY LUCKY TO HAVE HAD YOU IN THEIR LIFES, THERE WILL NEVER BE ANOTHER MAD DOG. ALWAYS REMEMBERED AND NEVER FORGOTTEN THE DYER FAMILY MIAMI FLORIDA

KETTY DYER

May 5, 2011

My sincere condolences to Mrs. Mandich and your three sons. While many of us Dolfans were lucky to listen to your husband and/or watch him play for the Dolphins, you were his pride and joy and one of the many reasons he was so loved by us fans. He was a great family man and spoke of you all the time and we are sorry for your loss.

Gigi

May 5, 2011

After a stressful work day, I couldn't wait to turn on my car radio and listen to Mad Dog on the way home. He made me laugh so many times, a gift better than any other. I will miss his Dolphin announcing and unique spirit. I picture him "Jumping for Joy" and still entertaining others. I know his family is so proud of him.

Merilynn

May 5, 2011

I will always have fond memories of you at Joe's Stone Crab and Joe Allens. Love always to Bonnie and the boys,

Rose McDaniel

May 5, 2011

hello sir.as a child growing up in country club of miami. u and my dad played golf together. along with other fins. i was the lucky littleboy who drove your gulfcart. u were so nice to me four so many years.I have known u 45years and u r my HERO! I AM JUST HOME FROM THE MIDDLEEAST. AS A U.S. ARMY RANGER WE TRAIN AND TAKE OUR JOBS VERY SERIOUSLY EVERY FELLOW SOLDIER IN MY UNITS HAVE HEARD YOUR NAME AND MESSAGE ABOUT FAMILY AND WALKING WITH A PERPOSE. FROM THE U.S.ARMY AND THE 2ND RANGER BALT. AND 82NDAIRBORNE DIV. U WILL B IN OUR PRAYERS! AND MS BONNIE AND THE HIS GREAT SONS.ALLWAYS KNOW YOU R WITH THEM ALLWAYS! JIM I LOVE YOU AND WILL ALLWAYS B WITH ME AND MY FAMILY HEARTS. FROM JOHN PAUL THE IV TO MY NEW ADDITION LITTLE ADDISON WHO IS 17MONS OLD.WE HAVE ALOT OF GREAT MEMORYS! THANK YOU SIR! OOOH AAAAA!!!!!!

JOHN PAUL TRAVIS III

May 3, 2011

Thanks Jim! As a 12 year old kid during the beautiful undefeated season, I saw every game in the Orange Bowl with my pop's that year. You will always be a huge part of my childhood memories as a Miami Dolphins fan. I will also miss hearing your voice on my Sirius radio Sunday afternoons. Rest in Peace sir!

Phil Knudsen

May 2, 2011

A Miami resident 1955 to 1968, then Palm Beach Gardens after I still listen to WQAM 560 Sports where Jim Mandich always referred to as Mad Dog was Mister 560QAM about the most intellictual sport broadcaster rather talk show host. At times a call in dummy would be cut off however not as much as the HAMMER Hank Goldberg who preceded Jim. Joe Rose a later Dolphin is Big Dog hosting 560 until 10am worked with Joe. During early Miami days WKAT or KAT was sport station going back to Larry King followed by the HAMMER. I had good fortune to meet Jim "a class person" while broadcasting U of Miami basketball like the 1980s with Sonny Hirsch. Sonny broke in Joe Zigagi currently the voice of the CANES who co-owns MAD DOG & ZIGIS resturant in Isle Marada one of the Keys which appeared to be second home for Jim and his wonderful family.
Do not mean to ramble however these phrases will continue with all of us "FELT NEVER BETTER, RIDING WITH WINDOWS DOWN, DOWNING GREEN LIZZARDS. AWRIGHT MIAMI will continue to be with all of us. Lets not forget MAD DOG caught from Bob Greasie with a little over a minute left and losing the winning touchdown resulting in the DOLPHIN 1972 UNDEFEATED SEASON, YEAH MAD DOG.
God Bless Bonnie and their sons.

Alex David

May 1, 2011

Jim Mandich will always be remembered by residents of Solon, Ohio. I remember Jim in his youth riding his bike around Solon, playing little league baseball, playing basketball, football, and track/field at Solon High School. We followed his college and professional football games with pride. Very sad here..

Tim Leslie

May 1, 2011

One of the kindest and most sincere men I ever met. Jim you will be missed

James Rosado

May 1, 2011

I am a dolphin fan from Connecticut, I believe it was the late nineties a friend and I flew from Connecticut to Jacksonville for the playoff game. It ended up being Marino and Jimmy Johnson's last game. We were in restaurant the night before the game with about 50-60 dolphin fans. As Jim walked through the door people starting say "Hey Mad Dog, Mad Dog." I had know idea who he was.. He walked up to the bar put a unlit cigar in his mouth and instructed the bar tender to start passing out green lizards. He had buy buy 20-30 beers for people. Once again he called the bar tender over and ask how much for a Jack Daniels. At this point I was close enough to hear the bar tender say $3.50. He said order them up for everyone..We made a toast to the fish. He pulled out his money gave it to the bar tender. It had to be around $400.00, put the cigar away and walked out. I was so impressed I ask a women who was that guy. She explained he was a former tight end and so on. I never forgot that.About 10 years later I saw his email on the WQAM website. I figured it could not hurt to email him. I retold that story and told him it was the classiest thing I have ever seen and thanked him for the green lizard and the shot of Jack Daniels. I knew he probably would not respond but at least I got to say thank you. One day later I get an email saying he remembered it like yesterday and that the fish got crushed, Danny retired and Jimmy quit and I was welcome for the green lizards. For some reason I saved in my email his email to me. Living in Connecticut and not listening to WQAM as much I was shocked to find out of his passing. I hope he looks down and realizes how many little things he did that meant a lot to the everyday Joe

Rob Graziano

May 1, 2011

Thanks For Help Making The Dolphins Win 2Super Bowls In1972 Season Its A Shame It Was not This Season** YOU WILL BE Missed BY All DOLPHIN FANS. GOD BLESS And May Your Family Find Strength To Carry On Another Day. Sincerly Your Fan DURWARD WOODALL Raleigh, N.C.

Durward Woodall

May 1, 2011

Dear Bonnie,
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Joe and Sandy Johnson

May 1, 2011

I never was lucky enough to meet Jim except to hear him calling games, watching him on his tv show or listening to him on the radio but his love for the people, for South Florida and, of course, the Miami Dolphins endeared him to us all. You will be missed greatly and I thank you for all the memories you have given us.

Theresa Hughes

May 1, 2011

A great member of our community passed away much too early. Condolences to his family

Wayne Windsor

April 30, 2011

I will always remember "3rd and Mandich" a term that's well known by fans who love Jim. My heartfelt condolences to Jims family and friends. We have lost a player and a leader who never gave up on his team.

Roger Dyess

April 30, 2011

Your love and passion for the Dolphins was infectious! Thanks for so many wonderful memories on the football field as well as off the field in the broadcast booth. We were lucky to have had you for the time we did. God bless you always Jim.

Vicki

April 30, 2011

Jim,
We have been friends for many years, you were always a classy guy, you were always special to people who met you.
We had alot of good times together at the University Club functions. People who know you loved you and the people who never had the opportunity to meet you also loved you.
I miss you buddy; Ill never forget you.
God Bless you.
Mike Brenan, Minnesota Twins

michael brenan

April 30, 2011

Jim,Mad Dog, friend,
I consider myself a lucky person to have had the honor of knowing you, when I worked at Joe's, you made my drive home from work, tired as I was, a pleasure. The Lord needed a great person and he could not find a better one than you.
To the Mandich Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you, we all lost a great man.
Bernhard.

Bernhard Lukoschek

April 30, 2011

Jim Mandich was a philosopher-king. He taught us how to live life to the fullest. Yes, Mad Dog, you lived a life that mattered, more than you will ever know. Don Petrine, Miami

Don Petrine

April 30, 2011

WHEN MY SON JK KULHANJIAN WHO WAS THE GM OF SHULAS IN MIAMI LAKES CALLED ME TO SAY HE HAD JUST MET JIM MANDICH HE SAID DAD YOU HAVE GOT TO MEET HIM HE IS SUCH A CLASSY MAN. SOON AFTERWARD I HAD THE PLEASURE OF MEETING JIM AND ONE HIS SONS MICHAEL, THE FRUIT DIDN'T FALL FAR FROM THE TREE!WE WILL ALL BE AT A LOSS FOR NOT HAVING THIS VIBRANT INSPIRATIONAL MAN AMONG US, BOYS KEEP UP DAD'S GREAT SPIRIT AND PERSONALITY AND WITH YOUR MOM BE SUPPORTIVE OF EACH OTHER. GOD BLESS THE MANDICH FAMILY.

ARA KULHANJIAN

April 30, 2011

To the Mandich Family and Friends, we
convey our heartfelt condolences...
Special people like Sir Jim Mandich will
always be remembered for his honesty and
integrity to God..Family..Friends and His sport of choice..(Football).May
the God of love sustain all of us as we
greive the loss of a special person!
Psalms 57:1

Devon

April 30, 2011

To the Mandich Family,
I would like to offer my condolences to all of you

Bob Sampson

April 29, 2011

There will be only one Mad Dog...he was unique and to know him was to love him. His game was football. His life was being a husband, father and humanitarian.

Edward Blumenthal

April 29, 2011

You were and are the pride of Solon. I went to school with you. You were never without a footbaal or baseball in your hands when you went down S.O.M. center!!! Jill Monroe

April 29, 2011

Mark and family--i am so sorry for the loss of your father and husband. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Shari Donati

April 29, 2011

TO THE MANDICH FAMILY, JIM WAS SO SPECIAL TO ME BACK IN 1970 WHEN WE ALL LIVED OFF OF LEJUENE ROAD,AND BIG DADDY'S AND MIKE'S LOUNGE WERE ARE HOMES AWAY FROM HOME. DRINKING GREEN LIZARDS THEN!! A CLASS ACT ALWAYS. GOODBYE MY OLD FRIEND-ALWAYS A SMILE ON MY FACE WHEN I THINK OF YOU, YOUR FAMILY WAS ALWAYS SO PROUD OF YOU. EILEEN MC CORMICK.LV.NEV

April 29, 2011

With deepest sympathy.

Acts 5:28 and 29

Bly Neugeon

April 29, 2011

i first met jim mandich when he arrived at the dolphins training camp in 1970 as a draft pick.he would become a very important part of our championship dolphin teams in the early 1970's..jim's competitive nature as well as his humor really amazed me and our ball club..you could always count on jim in clutch situations.it was a great pleasure to have both known jim mandich and as a team mate as well.

bob griese

April 29, 2011

My condolences to the family of Jim Mandich. I am very sorry for your loss. I hope your are able to find some comfort in that "God is healing the broken-hearted ones, And is binding up their painful spots" - PSALMS 147:3

VENA BERRY

April 29, 2011

Hi Bonnie,

Beth and I were sorry to hear about Jim. We remember you and Jim in your "courtship years"."You beautified our office as well as Jims life, We send our sincere condolences to you and your children. We often think of the good times we had back in Golden Glades.

Beth& Allan Krieff, Delray Beach, Florida

April 29, 2011

Jim: I grew up watching you play the game. You left it all on the field and I bless you. Go in Peace.
Miami Central Respects you

Tom

thomas battles

April 29, 2011

Thanks for the years on and off the field.

Marc

April 29, 2011

i met jim mandich in the early 1990's when i worked for DWG corporation and jim was doing some construction work for my employer victor posner..jim was kind enough to sign a football jersey for me that was dedicated to the 1972 undefeated season team..when i was a teenager in the early 1970's when the dolphins were in the glory years,jim mandich and the rest of the team gave me so many memories and has made me proud to be a miami dolphins fan.jim continued that team spirit with his very spirited dolphins games broadcasts and radio talk shows.jim was a great football player,and a very careing person,and a great human being and for that we are thankful..R.I.P. mad-dog....

steven hall

April 29, 2011

You will be missed

April 29, 2011

On behalf of the South Florida Touchdown Club Foundation, Inc., and our club that has been promoting football at all levels in South Florida for over 50 years, we offer our deepest sympathies to the Mandich family.
Jim often appeared at our meetings as a guest speaker and friend to the delight of our members and guests.
God bless Jim and his family.
Sincerely,
John R. Steinbauer, President
The South Florida Touchdown Club Foundation, Inc. (dba The Miami Touchdown Club)

April 29, 2011

Thanks for the memories Mad dog. RIP

Denis ROWAN

April 29, 2011

When watching games on TV, we would turn off the sound and turn Mandich on.We'll misss you Mad Dog. R.I.P. brother.

Jim M

April 29, 2011

Met Jim at Iowa Miami game and talked with him for a few minutes.Became friends and never left seeing him without good feeling!Rest in Peace Mad Dog, we love ya! Chris Williams KC Chiefs

chris williams

April 29, 2011

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

Charissa Alexander

April 29, 2011

I am really sorry for Mr. Mandich left our world. As living in Croatia, I do think he had Croatian roots and would have loved if we over here could have known him
Ana Domancic

Ana Domancic

April 29, 2011

We will miss "Mad Dog" He needs to be in the RING!!!!

April 28, 2011

he was a great player

drew everson

April 28, 2011

Jim Mandich's radio broadcasts of the Fins Game were as good if not better than being there. He brought so much passion to the air waves. Most Sundays during football season I'm sitting my Open Houses (as a Realtor) here in Naples. We were blessed to attend several games a season. I always brought my portable "hurricane" radio to listen to the game - cannot imagine who could do it better than Mad Dog. I was so very sad to hear of his passing.

He definitely needs to be inducted in the "ring."

Sally Kellogg

April 28, 2011

My son and I had the honor of meeting Jim in Buffalo last year for the season opener!! He took the time to shake my hand and chat for a few minutes!!! This was the highlight of our trip because He treated us like a friend!!!
I will miss You Mad Dog...Heaven is a better place!!!

Ralph and Nick Paduano

ralph paduano

April 28, 2011

Jim Mandich has been and forever will be the voice of the Miami Dolphins. His calls were classic. He did so much for people in South FL. He will be missed tremendously. Our prayers go out to his family.

Bill and Michelle Klein

William Klein

April 28, 2011

I'm 50 years old which means that I've had Mandich's name intertwined in my brain since the age of 11.
There just aren't many out there like him. To say that he'll be missed will be an understatement. So let's enjoy those treasures that are still amongst us!

reno beneno

April 28, 2011

The passing of Jim 'Mad Dog' Mandich has left me grief-stricken beyond belief.
We all knew of his battle with cancer... but it's his death that has brought the realization
of just how important he was to all of us in Dolphinland.
Jim Mandich is truly one of the greatest legends in Miami Dolphins history!
What cemented him in Dolphin lore was the work he did well after his playing days.
His work in charities, especially his raising of money every year for ex-Dolphin players in need,
is without equal. But it was his broadcasting career that brought him into our homes and into our hearts.
Hearts that are so very heavy today!
Rest in peace, Jim!
Please tell God we said, "Thank you!"
For we will forever be blessed for your presence these last forty years!

Chuck Garbett

April 28, 2011

The greates kindest person that Everyone loved.
A true first class great friend to all
Jim will be missed by all & will be for ever in our hearts
from a fellow friend who came from Cleveland Ohio
Stephen C. Greenberger

April 28, 2011

Jim embraced the words of that famous Greek Philosopher, Aesop: " no act of kindness, however small, is ever wasted."
He was a giver.

Harry-Davie

April 28, 2011

The world is better since your visit here. A good man has moved on.

Patrick LaSalle

April 28, 2011

Although I am currently in Virginia, I grew up ia Mia & was in high school when Jim and the Dolphins had the perfect season. As a sportscaster he was a beloved character, a Homer and one of us. My mom & dad live in the Fla keys and when Jim used to talk about drinking green lizards and going boating in the Keys I'd head down memory lane. Now there is no one to do that, I will join the multitude of Jim Mandich fans and say "Thank you for making my life better..."
JJH

Jeffrey Hill

April 28, 2011

Rest in Peace Maddog My prayers are with your family , You truly will be missed!

April 28, 2011

Rest in Peace Maddog My prayers are with your family , You truly will be missed!

Gary Smith

April 28, 2011

Mondo, We was lucky enough to have you to lead the team, play the role of mentor to underclassman and a go-to guy for life challenges. May you rest in peace in the real "Big House"! Go Blue!

Capt. Niemo

April 28, 2011

Jim, Unfortunately, you had to leave us, but looking down from above........you will now have the best "seat" for any Dolphins' game. May God give strength to your wonderful family.

Gabe Brillante

April 28, 2011

Mandich, from the very first time we met, I knew you were unusually different... You were someone to be counted on and trusted... a true friend great teammate... Cap't we'll miss your leadership, but treasure each win and loss because we played together, Michigan Wolverines...
Bonnie, my prayers are with you and the boys...
Roper

Jim Betts

April 28, 2011

You will always be missed.
God bless the Mandich family.

Kevin Avera

April 28, 2011

I am a better person for having met you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Tom Rodriguez

April 28, 2011

RIP Jim "Mad Dog" Mandich. You will be missed. You made my afternoon ride home with your humble, blue collar type radio show. You were the ultimate Dolphin's homer, yet you would rip them when deserved.
With the windows down I raise a toast, an adult beverage, an amber beverage, a green lizard, and say "Awwwwright!!! Jim Mandich. I will miss you and rest in peace.

JEFF STRICKLAND

April 28, 2011

we will miss you we willbe driving with our windows down.

April 28, 2011

Going to Dolphin road games 3 to 4 times a year the last 12 years , I got to know Jim & he was a really Good Guy , The Dolphins losing him is like The Cubs losing Harry Carry , The Yankees losing Bob Sheppard , or the Tigers losing Ernie Harwell , RIP Jim

Gary Nemerof

April 28, 2011

Hail to the Victors

April 28, 2011

You were a HUGE part of my childhood and continued to be a part of my life everyday on my way home. Although I never drove around sipping champagne, I did ride around with my windows down and did call the station on occasion from work..You are in a much better place where their are only wins and friendships....Rest in peace Mad Dog and I know you are AWWWWWRIGHT!

John in Lauderdale

April 28, 2011

I listened from afar each and every day. I never called in to your show but I will miss you alot.

Zvi Itzchaki

April 28, 2011

I met Jim on several occassions, we shared many conversations about football and life. Always a positive guy, full of life very much a professional and most of all always a family guy. I will miss him on the radio and in my opinion this world has lost a really good person. My condolences to the family.

Mike

April 28, 2011

Thank you for Sunday afternoon football as I listened to you from Orlando.
It will never be the same again.

Sleep peacefully Jim

Steven Belanger

April 28, 2011

It is a sad time for all Dolfans. No one will ever take the place of the "Mad Dog". My new favorite beer is in a green bottle. Rest in peace, Jim!

Fred Fischr

April 28, 2011

Now starting in Heaven, the Late Great 88- Awwright Jim.

mark hannan

April 28, 2011

Everytime I raise a green lizard, or drive with my windows down I think of 'The Mad Dog"... now it will be with a heavy heart. Jim is/was a big part of the culture in South Florida, and he always will be... He will be missed dearly, but never forgotten!

Bryan Miller

April 28, 2011

Jim,

You are a true Dolphin's Legend. You will be missed by Miami fans.

Bless You and Family....

HARDING JONES

April 28, 2011

Thank you for giving south Florida two super Bowl. I was a season ticket holder.We love the Dolphins in the 70th and also the orange bowl to.jy Ft. Lauderdale, Fl.

james Young

April 28, 2011

Going to miss you Jim. Hope you keep looking down on these Dolphins we need all the help we can get.

Ralph

April 28, 2011

Jim Mandich was one classy man. Loyal to the end, he loved his Dolphins. He will be missed.

Ruth Bresnahan

April 28, 2011

Another "STAR" in the sky tonight...
Jim..it just won't be the same...

April 28, 2011

Jim was simply as good as it gets !! Thanks for all you did for South Florida Jim !!

steven bishop

April 28, 2011

Tenacious and gracious, gifted and humble, soaring and grounded, loving and loved more, Jim Mandich will always be remembered with a smile on my face and when asked by a stranger, the answer will always be.... "never better". I honor the man and my deepest condolences to his wife and sons.

Mark King

April 28, 2011

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