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Jack Faulkner Obituary
He died Sunday night in Newport Beach, Calif., the St. Louis Rams said.
"I can't overstate the significance he played in the history of the Rams," said Rams owner Chip Rosenbloom, adding he had known Faulkner since he was 8 years old. "We lost really one of the great connections to our past."
Faulkner had a 53-year career in the NFL. He joined the Rams in 1955 as an assistant coach under first-year coach Sid Gillman. He was associated with the Rams for 43 years.
The San Diego Chargers of the old AFL set a pro football-record with 49 interceptions in 1961 with Faulkner serving as defensive backs coach. He was the Broncos' coach and general manager in 1962, and was honored as AFL coach of the year after leading the financially strapped franchise to a 7-7 record.
He worked as an assistant coach for the Minnesota Vikings and New Orleans Saints before rejoining the Rams in 1971 as a professional and college scout.
Faulkner most recently had been the Rams' administrator for pro personnel, working out of his office in Orange County, Calif. He retired from coaching after serving as offensive backfield coach in 1979, helping the Rams reach their first Super Bowl before losing to the Pittsburgh Steelers.
In 1980, he was appointed assistant general manager of the Rams. He was one of few employees who remained in California when the team relocated to St. Louis in 1995.
Faulkner is survived by his wife, Debbie, three sons and a daughter.
Copyright © 2008 The Associated Press
16 Entries
Linda Stich
August 28, 2024
I met Mr. Faulkner, years ago, he was coach of the Denver Broncos. I was good friends with his daughter and we rode horses together. I remember he was a very nice person, I was only 14. We moved to Tex. and mom lost my best friends phone number.I have tried over the years to locate her to see how life has been for her. My name is Linda, I rode the little horse Shannon, and your horse was Champ. These were very good people and I hated to lose contact but than, thats life.
January 28, 2020
I didnt know uncle well, But the times we talked I can say he was a great man, I wanted know he made me a better person for knowing him.
Christopher Martin
May 23, 2018
Rip Jack Faulker
Sheila Welch
December 31, 2016
Always will remember you with love. Hope you get to play golf in Heaven with my folks.
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February 17, 2015
Sorry for your loss. Someone for Minnesota
Brenda Faulkner
March 23, 2014
I will miss my uncle Jack didn't know him well but know he was a great man and father. My prayers to my aunt and family
Muriel Haney
January 16, 2011
Jack;I was thinking about you all last week and when I searched you I was deeply saddened that you had left this world. You were a true gentleman and great friend. I will truly miss your smiling face. Miss you Jack.
Jeanie San Jose
October 6, 2008
He was a good and caring man and shared all he had with so many. Some in the know have said he was perhaps the greatest mind in football. He chuckled at that one, but lived his life figuring out new plays. He fought poor health for some time, but thanks to Betty and most recently his wife Debbie, he was loved and cared for in the best way. I'm glad I went to visit a few weeks ago, he held my hand and smiled with that twinkle. Now he's in heaven and sharing all of his stories with some of his favorite people. God bless his family and the Rams family. With Good memories. Jeanie San Jose
Michelle Anderson
October 5, 2008
Jack I'm going to miss you! You were the sweetest man and I'm glad I had the pleasure to know you. you'll never be forgotten!
Pamela Tuttle
October 2, 2008
Rest in Peace Jack Faulkner
Thomas Widgeon
October 1, 2008
Jesus Loves Me!!!
D. ZIMMERMAN
September 30, 2008
RESTNER IN PEACE JACK FAULKNER
Harry Simpson
September 30, 2008
Well done, good and faithful servant.
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