Every day, Legacy publishes tributes to people from all walks of life. Here in our daily news section, we say goodbye to those headline names known across the nation.
He was the last surviving member of the Raiders’ formidable Soul Patrol defense.
News Obituaries
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News Obituaries
Jack DeJohnette (1942–2025), jazz drummer who worked with Miles Davis
by Legacy StaffHe helped reshape the drummer’s role in jazz.
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He became one of the NFL’s top centers during his 11 years with the Jets.
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She also starred on “Petticoat Junction.”
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His music drove hits like “Tainted Love” and “Say Hello, Wave Goodbye.”
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He played on “Me & Mrs. Jones” and many other songs.
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He broke the color barrier as the first Black player at the University of Houston.
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He was a champion kickboxer before he turned to coaching.
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He had a stellar college career at Boise State University.
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He became a grandmaster when he was just 18 years old.