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Jose Pagan Obituary
The Pirates announced his death after learning of it from Pagan's family. No cause was given for his death Tuesday.
There was a moment of silence before Tuesday night's game against Arizona at PNC Park.
Pagan broke into the majors with the Giants in 1959 and was traded to Pittsburgh in 1965, helping the franchise win the World Series in 1971. His double in the eighth inning of Game 7 gave Pittsburgh a 2-0 lead over Baltimore, and the Pirates hung on to win 2-1.
Pagan also played for Philadelphia during 15 seasons in the majors. He hit .250 with 52 homers and 372 RBIs before retiring in 1973.
Copyright © 2011 The Associated Press
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Joyce R. Whitaker
August 7, 2019
One of the first major baseball games I attended with Don & Bea Rood was to watch Jose in a Giants game....fond memories of sitting with his wife and Clyde King's daughter.....one on either side of me....an exciting game. I miss these loved ones but will see them again....
Cheri Marchand
February 7, 2016
I will never forget the first time I met Jose and Delia. It was on a whim that I helped my mother write a letter and dropped it off to his hotel in Los Angeles. I was told he and my father had grown up together. It was the best surprise for my father, Angel Marchand y Rios. They played baseball in a dirt field of Barceloneta as children.
My father has never forgotten that day...the day they were able to rebound and relieve their childhood. Tio Jose gave my father a great gift that day, a rekindling of friendship, childhood memories and laughter.
What a blessing he was...
Tia Delia, abrazos y un besitos from my brother's and father, Angel. Jose and Ramon a big hug for you as well. He spoke so proudly of the two of you!
I am sure Tio Jose and my mother, Gloria are smiling down on all of us.
Blessings, Cheri Marchand Schilling
James Bassler
August 6, 2012
Jose was our family friend in Bradenton, Florida when I was a boy. He missed his family in Puerto Rico, and spent his time with our family when at training camp. He gave me my first baseball glove. His signature is still on the back. He always gave me countless bats, balls,and memorabilia signed by his team mates. I was the only kid I knew that had a major league baseball player for a friend. He taught me to throw in my backyard. He always left tickets at will call in case we could make the game. He loved his family and God very much. He always carried his bible with him. I remember him stretched out on the floor by the stereo singing along to Johnny Mathis. Many people are probably unaware that he went to dive for the body of his friend Roberto Clemente when the plane crash took his life. He was a giving, kind man that was a major influence on my childhood. I will miss him and remember him fondly. He always talked about his wife and boys and how much he missed them when he was away. Jose lives on in the countless lives he touched. He was a great ball player but also a great man.
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Fermin
March 20, 2012
When I was a kid admire Jose Pagan because he always do his job in silent.
Today I know he was a christian man and that makes me happy because he is in the real all star hall of faith.
June 14, 2011
we feel for all of you. meeting him was a joy and we will always remember him. If at all possible we would love a picture of him for our memory wall at the pizzaria. you are all in our thoughts and our hearts. Roger and Daryl at Roserios
Stephenson-Nelson Funeral Homes and Crematory
June 8, 2011
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Junito Rojas
June 11, 2011
Truly a god man lived to express god and live god he preached the gospel and I was introduced to the church life .
Mary Dyer
June 11, 2011
Thanks for the wonderful memories.
With sympathy.
Victoria Valdez
June 11, 2011
GodBless you Jose'
rest in serene peace
Sentiments to
icon Athlete legend~
RICHARD MONDAK
June 10, 2011
ONE OF MY FAVORITE PIRATE PLAYERS - AN OUTSTANDING ALL-AROUND BALL PLAYER AND GENTLEMAN. HE NEVER REFUSED TO SIGN AUTOGRAPHS OR TALK WITH FANS.
VAYA CON DIOS - EN CIELO CON ROBERTO...
Bob Jensen
June 10, 2011
As a kid growing up in New Jersey, baseball was paramount in our day-to-day lives. I collected baseball cards and one of my first ones I purchased was a Topps Card of Jose Pagan. It was either 1969 or 1970. When I learned of his death, I could immediately recall what Jose's baseball card photograph looked like. May he rest in peace, and may God's peace that surpasses all understanding rest upon his family.
FELIX PAGAN
June 9, 2011
QUE DESCANCE EN PAZ EL TOLOTERO DE LOS PIRATAS DE PITTSBURGH.....EL SR. JOSE PAGAN......JUNTO A ROBERTO CLEMENTE
June 9, 2011
I met Mr Pagan when he came to visit his family in CT. He was a wonderful athlete and persom. He spoke to the inmates at MYI. in Cheshire CT and I had the opportunity to speak with him and had a picture taken with him and several MYI staff members.
Rest in peace Mr Pagan and thank you for those wonderful World Series' moments you gave us.
Ret. C/O P.D. Bruzas Sr CT.
JoAnn Jones
June 9, 2011
I remember Jose' as a wonderful player for the Pirates, and read of him as a good and decent man. God's blessings and comfort to his family.
carl taylor
June 9, 2011
RIP VECINO thanks for your friendship and help.Condolences to the family.
Jack Davis
June 9, 2011
JOSE PAGAN WILL BE REMEMBERED AS A GOOD BALLPLAYER,BUT I WILL REMEMBER HIM AS A GREAT MAN. JOSE HAD A STRONG BELIEF IN GOD AND HIS FAITH HELPED HIM IN HIS LOVE FOR FAMILY, HIS COUNTRY,HIS TEAMMATES AND ALSO HIS FEELINGS TO HELP THOSE WHO HAD LOST THEIR WAY. HE WAS ALWAYS WILLING TO SPEAK TO PEOPLE IN PRISON OR THROUGH HIS SPEAKING AT THE CHURCH. HE HAD A POSITIVE INFLUENCE IN MY LIFE AS A ROLE MODEL AND A FRIEND. TO HIS FAMILY I OFFER MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY.JACK DAVIS
June 9, 2011
I am truly sorry for your lost. In your time of bereavement, know that God assures us that we will see our loved ones again. I’m sure that with the help of our loving Heavenly Father, your family, and friends you will be able to endure this trial. May your memories give you comfort.
T. Gates, Stockbridge, GA
June 9, 2011
Grew up in Pittsburgh-saw Jose play many times-God bless and my thoughts go to his family.
Robert Singer
June 9, 2011
Was allways fun to watch Jose play. He came up with many clutch hits for the Pirates.
Everyone knew that Clemente and Stargell could hit, but was fun to watch Jose and Manny Sanguillen battle pitchers at the plate.
God Bless the family and relatives. Thanks Jose for all those wonderful memories.
annie guenther
June 9, 2011
I was a Pirates fan(tho living in NY at the time) and remember that world series well. God bless Jose and God bless and help the family and friends. He was a great player..
A Robinson
June 9, 2011
Please accept my sympathy for your loss. May all find comfort in the wonderful promise: "And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes and death will be no more. Neither mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away."
Elaine Lawrence
June 9, 2011
Heartfelt sympathy going out to Ian and family, may the lord bless and comfort you all during this difficult time of bereavement.
Eliacim Quinones
June 8, 2011
To my old friends from Caguas Jose Antonio and Jose Ramon: No se olviden su padre era un hombre de fe. May god be with you. Eliacim Quinones.
June 8, 2011
GOD SPEED JOSE , YOU WERE THE MAN IN 71"
GANZ.
Dave Buzard
June 8, 2011
To Jose's Family: Sorry to here of your loss. To fellow baseball fans sorry for our loss. As a life long Bucco's fan you were so much fun to watch on the field. Thanks for the memories and RIP Jose.
Michael Kovalchik
June 8, 2011
Jose was a joy to see play. I will always remember seeing him play when I was young. My heart and prayers are with his family
R Golay
June 8, 2011
To the the family of Jose Pagan - May God give you peace and comfort through his word and the Lord Jesus Christ during this time of sorrow, I know that he will be missed by many.
Hope
June 8, 2011
Jose, was an awesome ball player and you were so pretty to watch.
RIP
Stewart
June 8, 2011
My deepest condolences are with your family at this time. May the God of all comfort give you peace.
June 8, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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