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Joe Krivak Obituary
The school said he died Tuesday night.
Krivak was quarterbacks coach for Bobby Ross in the 1980s, working with Boomer Esiason, Frank Reich and Stan Gelbaugh. After Ross left for Georgia Tech after the 1986 season, Krivak was promoted to head coach.
Maryland went 20-34-2 under Krivak, who resigned after the 1991 season.
His best year at Maryland was in 1990, when the Terrapins went 6-5-1 and tied Louisiana Tech in the Independence Bowl. Maryland went 2-9 in 1991, and Mark Duffner took over as coach.
Current Maryland athletic director Kevin Anderson says of Krivak: "He tutored some of the most prolific quarterbacks to play in College Park and helped develop them for future success in the NFL."
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Memories and Condolences
for Joe Krivak
37 Entries
January 7, 2013
so sorry for the death of your loved one.Take comfort in knowing that the scriptures bring us comfort during times such as these.Matt.5:7{happy are the mericiful since they will be shown mercy}....md
January 1, 2013
Joe was always nice to my husband and me during the 16 years we spent at Maryland. We would see him with Colonel Fields and Tommy Marcos at Tommy's restaurant. Please accept our sincere condolences on his passing. Debbie Yow and Dr. William Bowden
January 1, 2013
Judy and I were unaware of Joe's illness and we express sympathy to Jeannie and the family at his passing. Joe was a really fine person committed to his players and the University. May he rest in peace. - Chuck Sturtz
December 31, 2012
jeanne and family - our thoughts and prayers, as well as the people in weirton, are going your way during this sad time - God's Blessings, Tom and Mary Ann (Debnar) Poole
Bill Triplett
December 30, 2012
I am truly sorry to learn of Coach's passing....my thoughts and prayers go to all. He was truly a great man and mentor.
December 30, 2012
Psalm 147:3
Joan and John York
December 29, 2012
Jeanne,
We are so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. Plse know that you continue to be on our thoughts and prayers.
Jaon and John
December 29, 2012
Jeanne and Family,
Our deepest sympathy goes to all you. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers
John T. Grossi Family, Weirton, WV
Carolyn (Debnar) Rexroad
December 29, 2012
Jeanne....so sorry for your loss. We from Madonna High have many fond memories of him; he made a positive impact on so many. Keeping all of you in our prayers; he will be missed by many.
Elinore (Fialko) Melilli
December 29, 2012
Krivak Family "Cousins" - So sorry to hear about Joe passing away. Up until about three years ago, Kathleen and I exchanged Christmas cards and talked on the phone, so she kept me up on Krivak happenings. I have good memories of the many happy summers spent in Central City with Aunt Helen, Uncle John, Joe, Kathleen, Tom and Ginny. By today's statistics, seventy-seven is considered "young". He certainly led a productive life! May he rest in peace!
Molly
December 29, 2012
Jeanne, I was so saddened to hear of Joe's passing. May you find comfort and peace in the months to come knowing that God will support and strengthen you
Andrea Kurilchick
December 29, 2012
Jeanne and family, our deepest condolences with your loss of cousin Joe. Grandpa Andy and my dad Dave Fialko always shared stories of Joe and their visits with your family over the years. He will always continue in our memories as a great man and coach. fb- Andrea Fialko Mills Kurilchick or [email protected] San Diego, CA
Peggy White
December 28, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Krivak family. He was a kind and honorable man who touched the life of everyone he met.
Marcy McHale-Gaines
December 28, 2012
Jeff,
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
December 28, 2012
Our deepest sympathy to All!Joe will be remembered by many. Fondly, Denny and Janice Krivak and Family
Kimtraila Williams
December 27, 2012
Mr. Krivak Family,
My prayers will always be there with you,
May God give you the strength to come out of this critical situation,
My deep condolences my friend!
Dee Adams-Smith
December 27, 2012
Jeff and Lisa,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. With deepest sympathy.
December 27, 2012
Our hearts and prayers are with all of you. I am so HAPPY that we were able to be with you on Sunday, Joe was VERY Special as a friend and a "Flake Spouse". We are now back in Florida however, I will continue to be in touch."
Love You. Jeanne and boys,
Ken and Patty Adams
Jayne & Bill Sass
December 27, 2012
Hi Jeanne, we were half way to Florida when we heard about Joe. Please know that you and the family are in our thoughts and prayers. Love Bill, Jayne, Buddy, Patrick and Suzanne Sass.
a,m
December 27, 2012
with deep sorrow john 5:28o,29
Tom and Gay Fialko
December 27, 2012
Jeanne and the entire Krivak family, please accept our condolences. We always viewed Joe as not only a wonderful athlete and coach but a man of great substance and knowledge. Uncle Andy was always a big fan of Joe.
David Williamson
December 27, 2012
Coach was a father figure, and inspiration to us all to succeed and win! His tremendous enthusiasm, kindness and wisdom will never be forgotten by his players. Rest in peace Coach!
December 27, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. I know losing a loved one is hard to go through. I will keep you in my prayers. May you draw close to God.
Theresa Marko
December 27, 2012
Sincere condolences to the Krivak family! Joe's accomplishments made everyone in Central City very proud. May God give you strength to endure during this difficult time.
Solidea Morton
December 27, 2012
Jeanne and family, I am so very sorry to hear about Joe. He will be remembered in my prayers as well as the family.
Love, Tootsie
Dennis Lutz
December 27, 2012
Coach Krivak was my high school football coach and teacher. He was a man of principle and I respected him enormously. My deepest sympathy to his family, as I know he will be missed. Those who knew him learned from him and loved him. Thank you Coach.
Ed
December 27, 2012
Coach Krivak will be missed and was surely appreciated by his players. My condolences to his family and friends. He is peacefully resting. Ecclesiastes 9:5
Brown's
December 27, 2012
Our deepest sympathy and condolences on the passing of your dear loved one. The family is in our thoughts and heartfelt prayers. Cherish is precious memories. May the God who gives peace be with you all.-RO.15:33
Rose Ann Ferrelli McMurray
December 26, 2012
Mr. Krivak taught me civics in high school at Weirton (WV) Madonna High School. He inspired me to pursue gov't service as a career. Thanks,Coach. Rest in peace.
December 26, 2012
My deepest sympathy to each of you. The Bible says that God gives a guarantee to all in that he raised his only begotten Son, Jesus Christ back to life. He was was the first of millions who will return to life. -Acts 17:31
John Pannucci
December 26, 2012
Jesus has taken you on his birthday to give you new life with him for all eternity.
Marie M
December 26, 2012
May God's word gives you strength during this difficult time.
December 26, 2012
To the family of Joe Krivak - May God give you peace and comfort through his word and the Lord Jesus Christ during this time of sorrow, I know that he will be missed by many.
Jacklyn McKinney
December 26, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the Krivak family during your time of sorrow. His warming smile will surely be missed. May God bless you. Always remember The Lord will put no more on you then you can bare! Love Jacky(oncology lab).
December 26, 2012
Sorry for your loss.Ps.146:4.
December 26, 2012
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 65:2.
Jill
December 26, 2012
May the God of all comfort be with you at this time of grief, may all fond memories stay close to your hearts. Psalms 46:1
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