Jeffrey D. Ebner

I did not know Mr. Ebner, but through rugby friends heard about him. Today is July 4, 2009 and our USA Eagles play against Canada in Glendale, CO. I know Mr. Ebner will be watching and rooting them on.

My sincerest condolences to the Ebner family.

Amy and Family -

So sorry to hear the news of Jeff's untimely passing. He was a terrific man, and so many have already added memories of his life so well. My memory of Jeff was when we first met, it was a rugby tour to New Zealand in 1979. On our tour Jeff was known as "Cannon Ball", mostly because if he was anywhere near the try line, he was going to score, and one time in particular he dove from about 5 meters out and blasted through 2 or 3 defenders to score. Another time we...

My deepest sympathy for your entire family. I graduated from Robbinsdale Senior High with Jeff. We were very good friends. He will always be in our hearts!

I just found out about Jeff. My deepest sympathy to his entire family. I graduated with Jeff from Robbinsdale High School. I will always remember him.

I WORKED WITH JEFF FOR A FEW YEARS HE WAS AGOOD GUY TO WORK FOR.CUT&DRY AND TO THE POINT. YOU WILL BE MISSED.

Ebner was the best coach a boy could have...i will miss him

Nate, Sorry to hear about your dad. He was a good man and always appreciated his help with the team. Our prayers are with you and your family.

I was stunned by news of Jeff's death. We had played rugby together in Des Moines in '77. I don't think I ever saw him without that big grin on his face. He was so "gung-ho" that after working out on evenings with no practice, he'd want to kick the ball around the yard to sharpen our skills. At Milwaukee's tourney he was called on to play scrum-half,though he had been a center at that time. He made up with toughness what he lacked in experience, leading us to a win in the final over the host...

We will miss you both in life and on the field.