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1932
DIED
2018
Chuck Knox Obituary
Knox died Saturday evening, the Seahawks confirmed Sunday.
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Knox went 186-147-1 during 22 seasons as an NFL head coach, including two stints with the Rams. He won five straight NFC West titles from 1973-77, and he returned in 1992 for the franchise's final three seasons in Los Angeles before its move to St. Louis.
The Pennsylvania native left the Rams in 1978 for the Buffalo Bills. After five seasons, he took over the Seahawks in 1983 and immediately led the franchise to its first playoff berth and the AFC title game.
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40 Entries
February 14, 2019
My heartfelt condolences and prayers to the friends and family of Chuck. May God provide comfort and strength during this most challenging time. I am sorry for your loss but please be assured that Almighty God is truly aware of your loss and grief, and is longing to alleviate your pain and sadness by fulfilling his promise to eliminate the root cause of sickness and death forever.
~ Isaiah 63:9
Bill Smaltz Jr.
December 29, 2018
Shirley and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I just learned of Chucks passing today. My Dad "The Bull" was so proud of Chuck . You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
NANCY WEBER
November 25, 2018
I had Chuck Knox for 8th grade science at Lincoln High School in Ellwood City, PA back in 1956-57. He was also our head football coach. I had a teenaged crush on him!! His family lived behind us in Ewing Park. So sorry to hear of his passing.
June 11, 2018
I would like to express my deepest sympathies for the loss of your loved one. May you find comfort and help in God during this time of mourning.
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Jerry Collins
June 5, 2018
Shirley,Kathy, Coleen & Chuck Jr. Our sincerest condolences on the passing of not only a great coach but a better person. You all are in our thoughts & prayers. Jerry Collins & family. Buffalo, NY
May 30, 2018
So sorry for your loss. May you
find comfort from our
loving Creator,
"He hears their cry for help, and he rescues them."
~ Psalms 145:19
Matt Cook
May 19, 2018
Fond memories spending time with your family in HB. My thoughts are with you all at this time.
A Caring Fan
May 18, 2018
Offering my condolences and sympathies in behalf of your dear loved one Chuck. May Almighty God in his infinite wisdom grant solace during this most challenging time. Chuck was truly a brilliant and accomplished man. He will be truly missed. With Love
Amy
May 17, 2018
My condolence to the family. May God give you all the strength to cope during this sad time.
May 17, 2018
My prayers are with your family during this difficult time now and days ahead.
Jed Pingree
May 16, 2018
Passionate, great man who lead a bunch of high profile,high octane men, but still had time for his high school son
Michael Becker
May 16, 2018
Rest in Peace Chuck.
I remember Chuck from Physical Education at Juniata College in 54/55.
Jones
May 16, 2018
Offering my deepest condolences.
Andy Nord
May 15, 2018
Once Coach Knox landed in Seattle the Seahawks became legit. He brought swagger, resilience, toughness and a winning attitude to our fledgling team. But what really matters is the man himself and what he stood for. Integrity, honesty and hard work. He treated those around him as men and with respect. That is the true measure. Rest peacefully till you rise again. Family and loved ones know that he was loved and respected in Seattle and the entire state of Washington.
Louise Topkins-Barnes
May 15, 2018
I am saddened to learn of the death of Chuck Knox. I attended the grade and high school with him in Sewickley,
Pennsylvania. My sympathy to his family. I am a football fan now living in the Pacific Northwest and was so happy when he came to coach the Seattle seahawks.
Ernrst Shelby
May 15, 2018
Condolences to all. Seek comfort in family and close friends. Let God continue to heal your pain.
Leslyn Lloyd
May 15, 2018
My thoughts and prayer's are with The Knox family and friend,
R D
May 14, 2018
Sincere condolences to the Knox family. May your comfort be from God during this most difficult time.
J C
May 14, 2018
Sincere condolences to the Knox family for your loss. May God comfort each of you during your time of mourning.
Harry Simpson
May 14, 2018
Godspeed Chuck, and thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.
May 14, 2018
Everything your loved one was...kind, honest, caring, wise, thoughtful, loving..lives on in the hearts of friends and family who will never forget. So sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort sustain you during your grieving process.
joyce pierce
May 14, 2018
so sorry for your loss.
Bill
May 14, 2018
RIP, Chuck!! You gave millions of people many exciting years of NFL football! Condolences and prayers for peace and comfort for the family.
May 14, 2018
MY SINCERE CONDOLENCES FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR DEAR CHUCK. MAY GOD GIVE YOU PEACE AND COMFORT AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME. HE WAS A WINNER AND WILL BE MISSED.
C.P.,LA.
wally marribitt
May 14, 2018
Coach...thanks for all the great Sunday afternoon memories...God rest your soul...wallym
May 14, 2018
My condolences to the family. May the God of comfort grant you strength during this difficult time.
May 14, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Brian Albany NY
May 14, 2018
Ground Chuck! A legendary coach and a force in the playoffs. Rest in Peace Coach. God Speed.
May 14, 2018
Deepest sympathies to loved ones and friends.
Richard Herrick
May 14, 2018
I am LA Rams fan
Phil Hailey
May 13, 2018
As a Seahawk fan I was so excited when Coach Knox was hired in Seattle. As his first season progressed we were rewarded with dynamic results.
I was fortunate to be introduced to him by his daughter, Kathy, with whom I was a colleague at a Seattle area school. It was my pleasure to have a short conversation with Coach Knox one evening at a high school football game in which his son was playing. His charisma was inspiring and his manner very genuine. My condolences to Kathy and all those related and to those touched by his friendship and leadership.
Phil Hailey, Seattle WA
May 13, 2018
Sincere condolences to the family and friends in this time of great loss. May the God of loyal love comfort you all during your time of sorrow. Hosea 13:14
May 13, 2018
A coaching legend. I was a big fan of many of his teams, most notably those Ram teams in the '70s. Though many of his teams had great passing attacks, it was their hard nosed "Ground Chuck" style that really stood out. His career even included a cameo in the movie "Paper Lion," when he was an assistant on Joe Schmidt's staff back in '67!
Coach Knox always handled himself like a professional, and a man's man. Rest in Peace, Sir, and thank you for your remarkable role in a great era in football history.
May 13, 2018
RIP Coach!
May 13, 2018
Chuck was fond of using the expression"cut the mustard". He always pushed himself on the field .rest in peace my Juniata teammate.
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Pete
May 13, 2018
Rest in peace Coach Knox.
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