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Joe Pate
June 26, 2023
Elgin Baylor is the real G.O.A.T. If I could have the ability of anyone who ever lived, it would be the ability to play basketball like ELGIN BAYLOR. Thanks for the memories Elgin. R.I.P.
MICHAEL L MCFARREN
July 4, 2021
Thanks for the memories of watching you play and keep hanging in the air in Heaven.
faith/rory tobin/dockett
May 22, 2021
Dear Baylor Family Rory and I would gladly express our condolences's on the loss of Elgin Baylor.may he rest in peace and he'll be missed very much.best faith/rory
May 11, 2021
May 11, 2021
May the words at Isaiah 61:1,2 prove to be comforting to you. God will bind up the broken hearted... and comfort all who mourn.
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Charlie Brown
May 5, 2021
Elgin, my going to Seattle University was a coincidence my becoming your teammate and friend and participating in the 1958 NCAA championship game was an act of God since then I have been counting my blessings, getting to know you was one of my most pleasant experiences in college especially your sense of humor. Our separation has limited our personal contact, but I cherish your friendship through the years. You have already made me feel like a friend on and off the court. The game of basketball is much bigger now with the highlighted stars, but, there has never been any player that can equal the wide range of talent displayed by Elgin Baylor. My condolences to his wife Elaine and family.
Jim/Aladene Harney
April 25, 2021
Our condolences to Elaine, family and friends of Elgin. R.I.P.
So many memories, most all of them like yesterday.
My first memory of Elgin was when he visited our campus
the spring of 1955. We had heard of his great play at College
of Idaho and that they were ceasing play there. An alum wisely brought
him to Seattle. I was finishing baseball practice when coach Al Brightman
told us he was playing at the gym. A few of us hurried to watch.
He was truly shockingly unbelievable playing against a few of our varsity players.
Afterwards visiting with coach Al and the players he showed his fun loving personality
with all. A couple weeks later Coach told us that Elgin was coming to be a Chieftain.
Our immediate thoughts were "We can win it all"!!
In September of 1955 Elgin arrived bringing with him Frank Saunders and Lloyd Murphy
two of his teammates from Spingarn High School of Washington DC. The city of Seattle
would get to see his greatness up real close for three full years!
The NBA found it out! Immediately!! God bless you Elgin!
Blessings Elaine, to you and all of the Baylor family.
Tony
April 23, 2021
To the family, many, many friends, and fans to one of the greatest forward who ever played this game. May you find comfort in your wealth of fond memories together with Mr. Elgin Baylor. May the God of comfort bless your grieving hearts with strength, loving kindness and peace as the world copes with the loss of Mr. Elgin Baylor. We will never forget that he led a team that had been in last place to the NBA Finals, and he won the NBA Rookie of the Year award, what a tremendous goal and accomplishment.
Frank Saunders
April 9, 2021
Elgin, You made it possible for me to be who I am today. Thank you. You took me under your wing and took me to Seattle U with you. I have enjoyed every moment of playing with you on the playgrounds of Washington D.C., at Spingarn High School, and at Seattle University. Being your room mate, plus being on the 1958 NCAA Final Four runner-up team with you, and having the honor of being your best man at your wedding were the best days of my life. I have always said that you were the best basketball player ever and my thoughts have not changed. Many people did not know you, but thank God that I did. If they read your book "Hang Time", then maybe they could get a small glimpse. To me you were the BEST PERSON that I have ever known. Your basketball speaks for it self. RIP, my dearest friend. Condolences to your family. Saunders
Ralph Lawler
April 5, 2021
My wife Jo and I were blessed to know Elgin for many years. We worked together with the Clippers for 22 seasons. We played golf and tennis together. We traveled to Japan, China, Mexico City and Russia together. We celebrated Clipper wins and shared remorse over their losses. We knew and loved Elaine and daughter Krystal. Both Jo and I are better people for having known this wonderful man. His love for his wife served as an inspiration for us all. RIP dear Elgin.
April 2, 2021
I remember the days of your youth when you came to visit your cousins in Mississippi. You did the zBaylor name proud. Tony & Major Baylor.
RHONDA ARMSTRONG
April 2, 2021
Coach Baylor and his wife were our neighbors when my mother and I lived on Louisiana Ave. Parkway.He will be missed
Harold Bennett
April 1, 2021
R.I.P. The best ball player I have ever seen.
Peter Michell
March 27, 2021
He was a great man and a good friend in his New Orleans Jazz days. I worked as a statistician for the team and I played on a CAA team with him and several other stars like Red Robbins and Hot Rod Huntley. I told him I had a friend who I wanted to introduce him to and he joked, "Bring her around". I said she is an accomplished lawyer and an Orleans Parish Juvenile Judge. You will have to pick her up, take her to dinner and see if she likes you. I told Elaine Cunningham that I want her to meet a friend of mine, Elgin Baylor. She said, WHO? I said perfect. They met and were married and she said he was the love of her life. Condolences to you Elaine.
Charlie Thomas
March 26, 2021
I'll never forget meeting him, he was so down to earth and humble. I'll always remember him as a player and executive with the Lakers, he was the best of both worlds.
Bradley Harris
March 26, 2021
He was my Dad's all time favorite player. I used to hear story after story. I send my sincere condolences to his family and friends, he was a real class act on and off the court.
March 26, 2021
When I was a young basketball player, Elgin was my hero and I wore #22. Later on, I had the good fortune to associate with him a few times and found him to be friendly, welcoming, and a true gentleman. He then became even more of a hero for me. Prayers and thoughts are with all of you.
Lance Phillips
March 25, 2021
RIP - Elgin Baylor a true Legend and History maker of that time. You loved L.A. as much as do. I’m forever grateful to see your talents at work on and off the court.
PAT BOHANNON
March 25, 2021
I LOVE, LOVED ELGIN BAYLOR, ALL TIME GREATEST. RIP PRAYERS TO HIS FAMILY.
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Dr. Charles L. Singleton
March 25, 2021
A 1977 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer's Celebration of Life. Hall of Fame forward Elgin Baylor's incredible basketball legacy will forever inspire all of us. "Coaching is easy. Winning is the hard part." Elgin Baylor
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JE Sowell
March 24, 2021
Elgin Baylor was an outstanding nba player. His great talent will be remembered. Please accept my sincere condolences.
March 24, 2021
Sorry for your loss, God will sustain you during this most grievous time.
March 24, 2021
My condolences.
L E
March 24, 2021
My sincere condolences to Mr. Baylor's family & fans. Let the happy memories of him warm your hearts. And when your tears flow, look to the God of all comfort who provides strength to endure. Peace be with you all.
March 24, 2021
Our deepest condolences to the family. We pray that God continues to strengthen and comfort the family during this difficult period.
Mary Smith
March 24, 2021
I send my deepest condolences to the family of Hall of Famer Elgin Baylor. My brothers and I would watch him do it all on the basketball court as a Los Angeles Laker. He was a true original. At this very sad time, may the God of tender mercies comfort you and may you hold those precious memories close to your heart.
Raymie Kenner
March 23, 2021
THE BIG E....Rest in Paradise
Kimberly Bundy
March 23, 2021
Elgin I am your cousin Kimberly Bundy. I met you and your wife once at your mothers funeral. To your family and friends- so sorry for your loss.
March 23, 2021
Elgin is one, of the starting five position players, on the best team of all time.
March 23, 2021
Elgin, fly high, give your fans your best “jump” God is waiting
To greet you. My Dad thought you were the best!
RIP SIR. It’s time for you to rest
A big Fan
Clarence Scutter
March 23, 2021
One of my favorite players of the times
Our condolences goes out to the family
May you Rest In Peace my brother
Ralph Lawler
March 23, 2021
Elgin paved the way for athletic marvels like Dr. J, Dominique Wilkins and Michael Jordan. He was waaaay ahead of his time as a player. As great as he was on the court, he was even Better off of it. He and Elaine attended our wedding and our retirement ceremony in 2019. He was a great friend and truly one of a kind. I will miss him every day for the rest of my life.
Harry Simpson
March 23, 2021
Godspeed Elgin, and thank you for sharing a part of your life with us, and the wonderful and unforgettable NBA basketball memories.
March 23, 2021
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.Please accept my sincere condolences.
Albert Fondren
March 23, 2021
He was the 1st high-flying NBA superstar Hawkins/Erving/Jordan/Wilkens patterned themselves after him....
Chris
March 23, 2021
I offer my sincere condolences to the family of Elgin Baylor. His contributions to the world of baseball will always be remembered. May God give your family comfort and peace as you mourn your loved one. Philippians 4:7
March 23, 2021
A true basketball legend, a pleasure to watch. Heartfelt condolences to the Baylor family, so very sorry for your loss.
Linda Hairston
March 23, 2021
RIP Elgin. Sincere condolences to the family, friends and fans of professional basketball. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
March 23, 2021
A true basketball forerunner, and all-time Laker and NBA great. You brought a remarkable degree of class to the game, and our world, Elgin. We will never forget that.
Donald Bernard
March 23, 2021
To Elaine, and the relatives and friends of Elgin Baylor. Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss. You are in my prayers! May he rest in peace.
Gloria A. Coleman-Brown
March 22, 2021
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Leroy Maclin
March 22, 2021
Thank you Sir for entertaining me with your skills. RIP!
Valenda Newell
March 22, 2021
May the memories of ELGIN BAYLOR help family find peace. Someone so special can never be forgotten...PRAYERS and BLESSINGS to the family
james richardson
March 22, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.one of the greatest ball players of all times
MATTHEW
March 22, 2021
THE BEST TO EVER PLAY THE GAME
Jane Smith
March 22, 2021
To family and friends, you have my deepest condolences and prayers
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