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Charles "Lefty" Driesell
1931 - 2024
Charles "Lefty" Driesell
1931 - 2024
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BORN
1931
DIED
2024
Charles Driesell Obituary
Charles "Lefty" Driesell was a legendary college basketball coach known for his team-building skills, leading to over 100 wins with four different schools.
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Dan Noyes
January 14, 2025
I was fortunate to meet and know coach Lefty Driesell. I had two close connections with coach Driesell. The first was Tom McMillen who played at Maryland for our beloved coach, Lefty Driesel, and my second connection who is closest to my heart is my son,. Patrick Michael Noyes, who left this world at age 27, a result of the Oklahoma State basketball plane crash, January 27, 2001. Prior to Oklahoma State, Pat worked with and for coach Driesell at Georgia State. Coach and his wife Joyce treated Pat as a son. He was a frequent t dinner guest at their table, as well as a golfing friend with coach Driesell. I have, and always will be thankful for the wonderful, kind experience extended to my son Pat. Thank you coach, for being the kind man you were and will always be in many people's hearts. May coach Charles Lefty Driesell, Rest In Eternal Peace until we meet again!
Laura Drewry Gammon
February 24, 2024
Dear Carolyn and the Driesell family,
I am so sorry for your loss and send my condolences. Your father touched everyone that knew him. I knew him as a young child growing up next door on Borges Avenue. He was funny and larger than life and he and your mother welcomed every kid in the neighborhood into their home with warmth and kindness. I cherish my memories of him and your family.
Laura Drewry Gammon
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February 21, 2024
For decades, an elite coach and a delightful character. His presence made the game better, and more fun.
Antoine L. Jordan
February 20, 2024
- Thank you, for helping me stay in control of my athletism I accomplished everything we discussed with all mind, heart & soul.
- You will forever be the encouraging voice needed.
- His words, "Be the toughest defender".
- May the creator continue to bless you're loving family.
A.L.Jordan
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Nicholas Sas
February 20, 2024
God bless the man that helped get me through my younger days in South Carolina. Being a Terrapin fan at the time in Gamecock country was not received very well. He was a great coach, motivator, recruiter and a man that had a passion for his players and the sport. Prayers to his family! He WILL be missed! GODS SPEED COACH.
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