Steve-McMichael-Obituary

Steve McMichael

Joliet, Illinois

Oct 17, 1957 – Apr 23, 2025 (Age 67)

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BORN
October 17, 1957
DIED
April 23, 2025
AGE
67
LOCATION
Joliet, Illinois

Obituary

Steve "Mongo" McMichael, a defensive tackle with the 1980s Chicago Bears squad who later became a professional wrestler, died April 23, 2025 of complications from ALS in Joliet, Illinois at the age of 67.

McMichael was drafted by the New England Patriots, but after being cut, he signed...

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I remember seeing him at wrestle mania eleven taking on bam bam bigelow. Dennis Winship lynn Massachusetts

Hook em Steve! RIP

Was a great player and very approachable to have a pic with me

He was a good guy

Mongo will be missed. ALS sucks the life right out of you. New loses to grieve almost every week. You inspire me to keep up my struggle with the merciless monster within. RIP Steve. We'll meet in a special place in held for true warriors.

Steve, you were a good friend while playing for the Freer Buckaroos and while we attended The University of Texas. Had some fun at the Rattlesnake Roundup as well. Rest in Eternal Peace my friend. You were the epitome of a football player and my wife Wendy and I attended your inauguration in Canton, Ohio to The Pro Football Hall of Fame. Your friendship meant a lot to me. Javier Reyes

God bless your soul in heaven. God bless your family and friends in this difficult time. Growing up in Chicago and watching you play was truly an honor. Thank you for all the great memories. Everyone is gonna miss you, baby.