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BORN
1945
DIED
2008
Gene Upshaw Obituary
Upshaw's death was announced by the NFL Players Association, which he headed for a quarter century.
His outstanding 15-season playing career was entirely with the Oakland Raiders and included two Super Bowl wins and seven Pro Bowl appearances. Upshaw's biography was posted on the front page of the Hall of Fame Web site Thursday along with his enshrinement speech from 1987.
In 1983, he became executive director of the players' association and guided it through the 1987 strike that led to replacement football. By 1989, the players had a limited form of freedom, called Plan B, and in 1993, free agency and a salary cap were instituted.
Since then, the players have prospered so much that NFL owners recently opted out of the latest labor contract, which was negotiated two years ago by Upshaw and then-commissioner Paul Tagliabue.
Upshaw was criticized by some for not being tough enough in negotiations with Tagliabue, a close friend of the union head. He also was blamed by many older veterans for not dealing sufficiently with their health concerns.
But the salary cap for this season is $116 million and the players are making close to 60 percent of the 32 teams' total revenues, as specified in the 2006 agreement. In all, the players will be paid $4.5 billion this year, according to owners.
Copyright © 2008 The Associated Press
Memories and Condolences
for Gene Upshaw
340 Entries
Francine Smith
October 25, 2019
I had no idea i could sign the guest book until recently. I have been a die hard raiders fan since 1968. I loved watching you play Gene Upshaw. Thank you for the wonderful memories. Even though you are gone , you are not forgotten. May you continue to RIP.
Harry Simpson
August 20, 2015
Thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.
adalberto giron
February 11, 2012
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Barbara Ann King
January 27, 2010
To The Upshaw Family: I am so sorry he is no longer here with us, but do know that he is still here with us in spirit. I pray that you all will be comforted by these words:
Try to remember that a GOOD man never dies; You will see him many times.
You will feel him in all things that are here out of love, and for love.
The person of a man may leave or be taken away, but the best part of a GOOD man stays. It stays FOREVER!
Liz Sanders
September 9, 2008
you will be missed lived in Oakland most of my life
always like to watch you play!!
Senor Raiderman
September 6, 2008
I am deeply sorry to hear about Mr Upshaws passing. The Raider nation will forever be in his debt for what he did on and off the field for the game of football.
Angel-Lee A. Evans
September 5, 2008
I was privileged to sing with my church choir, the Metropolitan Music Ministry at Mr. Upshaw's memorial at the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC. The service was beautiful and an incredibly moving tribute to an awesome human being. My condolences and prayers are with his family
MARK HINCHCLIFF
September 2, 2008
GOD BLESS YOU GENE.... YOU WERE MY HERO AS A KID GROWING UP IN PLEASANT HILL CA. I HAD A CUSTOM JERSEY MADE WITH YOUR NAME AND #63 ON IT, THAT I WORE EVERY DAY AT YGNACIO VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL!!!! I SURE LOVED WATCHING YOU CLEAR THE ROAD FOR THE RUNNING BACKS ON THE SWEEPS !!!! THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES YOU WILL BE MISSED!!!!!
MARVA ROBINSON
September 1, 2008
MAY GOD GIVE THE FAMILY PEACE AT THIS TIME AND MAY GENE REST IN PEACE. MY HUSBAND & I KNEW HIM YEARS AGO. HE WILL BE MISSED AND MY HUSBAND DIED THE SAME DAY SO GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU.
GERALD ELDER
August 30, 2008
THANKS FOR ALL THE SMILES YOU BROUGHT OVER THE YEARS GENE....I CAN'T COUNT THE TIMES I JUMPED & SCREAMED WHILE WATCHING YOU PLAY...WHEN I MET YOU, YOU WERE KIND AND DOWN TO EARTH.SPEAKING FOR MYSELF AND FAMILY,WE'LL MISS U...REST IN PEACE MR.UPSHAW.
Georgia Walker-Adams
August 29, 2008
My condolences to the Upshaw family for the passing of Gene. He used to come into the law office where I worked in Berkeley back when a Raiders teammate of his was having legal troubles. He was always considerate, kind and gracious and as the team's player rep, he was conscientious about his efforts to assist his teammate's lawyers.
Dr. Diane M. Parks-Love
August 29, 2008
From a Lifelong Oakland Raider Fan. My ministry and family will keep the Upshaw family Lifted up in prayer, during your time of bereavement. Be Blessed.
Leslie Ballard
August 28, 2008
A fan
Rita Mae Ballard
August 28, 2008
A fan
antoinette rubini
August 28, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Joyce Johnson
August 27, 2008
Terri, I'm not sure if you remember me. I fondly remember you skiing the slopes at Dodge Ridge with Mike and Sue. I'm sorry to hear about your loss. You and your sons are in my thoughts and prayers.
christopher curtis
August 27, 2008
My condolences to the family, Gene was quite an inspiration to us all and thanks for many years of enjoyment watching you play!!!!
Rose Reed
August 26, 2008
To the family of Gene Upshaw Thank you. Thank you for raising a terrific son. And thank You for sharing him with the world.He was a terrific football player. I have been a Raider fan since 67. I will be a "Die Hard Raider Fan" for as long as there is a team. I know God wanted him to start up a team up in heaven and yes he is doing just that. I met alot of the team years ago and still have alot of memories of them and the games. What ever the weather I was there. And again Thank you for your son.
KAREN WILSON MANNING
August 26, 2008
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
danny evans
August 26, 2008
a great inspiration in my life
Earline Martin
August 26, 2008
To Marvin and Family:
You have my deepest sympathy. Memories still linger from the time you and Gene spent in Victoria on Mantz Street.
Carolyn Lindsey
August 26, 2008
May the Lord comfort the Upshaw family during this difficult time. Mr. Upshaw - RIP
Thelma Rogers
August 26, 2008
I knew Gene from the El Rancho in Santa Rosa when the Raiders had there training camp there. I worked the front desk and had, in some cases, the honor of getting to know some of the players. Gene was one of my favorites because he was a gentleman, friendly and a very kind person. My daughter has a happy memory of Gene picking her up and holding her over his head. She was very small so it was a thrill to be held up so high in the air. She used to ask me to take her back there on my days off just to see Gene and some of the other players who were so nice. I always felt I would get to see Gene again some day and am sorry for the world loosing such a nice man. Thelma (Miller) Rogers
Roxanne Gazes
August 26, 2008
To The Family of Gene,
My son was around 4 years of age and Gene was then living in Pleasanton California. We pulled up to a light and I realized we were stopped next to his silver and black bronco if I remember right. I asked my little boy if he knew who was in the truck beside us and he said no. I told him it was Gene and how great he was and if he would wave at him Gene would acknowledge him before the light turned green. Sam waved and Gene waved back!! Thanks Gene for taking the time to make a little boys day. Its been a long time and I still remember that day and the look on my sons face!!!! Just one moment of all the memories the family has to hold on to. Thanks for the opportunity to share this with you. It shows what kind of person he really was.
Roxanne
Anthony Rodgers
August 25, 2008
I always loved to watch Gene play. Now he is with the big coach.
RC Glendon
August 25, 2008
My condolensces to the Upshaw Family, Gene was a "Class Act" that we should all strive to be like.
Carol Bounds
August 25, 2008
To the Upshaw family, may God bless and keep you at this time in your hour. I met Mr. Upshaw at Clem Daniels the in Zone. Mr. Upshaw seem to be a great person, I know he was a great Raider.
Anthony
August 25, 2008
Gene -
You will be missed and forever remembered!
Here's to a great 2008 - 2009 season in your memory.
Wilburn McDonald
August 25, 2008
Terri, your husband, Eugene Upshaw and I were two of the players during the years of Texas A & I football in Kingsville. I had transferred to the college from U of H and was two years older. Eugene joined Coach Steinke's team
and we became supporters on the field and off. Being a married Senior, the team mates often visited our home to see our new baby girl and hang out. Gene was one of them. Eugene, as massive as he was at the time, enjoyed holding our new little daughter. My steps were into coaching/school administration/ministry and Eugene's into the pros/union. As we moved on, we enjoyed seeing his advancement and the focused work he was doing to make what he loved better for the players. Our heart goes out to you and his three sons. We only wish we would have visited with you in the last few years. May God be with you.
Betty Porter
August 25, 2008
My sincere condolences go out to the family. My father Melvin Upshaw was a cousin of Gene. He died in 1975.
Gilbert,Mary,&Crystal Moreno
August 24, 2008
To Terri and Fam. Our heart goes out to you. May God bless you and heal you. In your time of sorrow and in the future.
From Our Raider Family to yours
Guy Davis
August 24, 2008
That was a neat story....weird how we are connected in someway to this man....one of my customers was coming over to pick up a trk...when I followed up the next day, turns out he was real close friend of Gene in college...he said he was so sad that he left work ..went home and totally forgot about our appt....he will be flying to California for the funeral...
[email protected] wrote:
I played ball one summer in Robstown while staying with my grandparents and taking a "typing class" at Robstown High. My grandfather made me practice every night on the antique Woodstock in his office. I played catcher, but they moved me to the outfield so that Marvin Upshaw, Eugene's "little brother" could catch. Marvin later caught Billy Cook at Trinity U. Eugene used to come out and watch us play and we would watch him lift weights in the gym. I thought I was pretty quick on the bases until Marvin challenged me to race around the bases. I beat him to first and when we rounded second all I could hear was #13 feet passing me and leaving me in the dust. I thought he would never stop laughing. Thanks for the memories. I am sorry we lost Gene.
In a message dated 8/21/2008 6:07:37 PM Central Daylight Time, [email protected] writes:
I remember him from another place.
While you were in the Army Eugene "Tuck" Upshaw played for the Javelinas under Gil Stenke.
We would sit in the stands at kick off and yell "Field goal, Tuck". And he would promptly kick it thru the uprights wind or no wind. And that was before they moved the ball so far forward for kickoffs.
He was one of my students when I was a lab instructor.
-----Original Message-----
From: casey garza [mailto:[email protected]]
Sent: Thursday, August 21, 2008 5:27 PM
To: larry; Abelardo Garza; Mike Major; Guy Davis; Farris Wooton; John Wallace
Subject: Eugene Upshaw
You may or not remember this guys but we played against him in Jr High while at Memorial...they beat us 44-0....the thing I rememeber the most was Coach Billy Real(being from Robstown) went over to talk to them....came in and said,...'you guys are in trouble, they are built like Greek Gods"....never mind that he was right, sure did not make me want to go out there on the field and play them......Gene in 1958 hit a homerun off me in Laredo...that was the Robstown team that won the state championsip and fell one tourney short of going to the World Series....the home run actually hit the flag in centerfield as it was standing straight from a hard cross wind...remember it like it was yesterday...they beat us 14-0...members of that team was Larry Hans, Bob Ray Bissett, Richard Garza, Willie Deleon, Larry Sparkman, Romeo Garcia, Gary Smith, Mike Greenwell, Rene Gaza...been too long can't remember the rest...Coached by Rocky Garcia and O.B. Head
T. Jackson
August 24, 2008
To the Upshaw family,
You have my deepest sympathy during your time of sorrow. My prayers are with you. God knows best
Leonard Drummer
August 24, 2008
I never met you in person, but it seem that I knew you because I loved the Oakland Raiders as I grew up and you were a part of those teams. God be with you and rest in peace.
Richard
August 24, 2008
What a life! All-Pro NFL Lineman, Superbowl winner. Orginizational genius of the players association, and most of all, family man. An extrodinary life by an extrordinary individual. My prayers to the family. Uppy is with God now, who has already got him orginizing things in heaven, since he was an orginization genius in life. What a life!
Alishia L.
August 24, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
John Webb Jr
August 24, 2008
I have enjoyed watching Gene Upshaw, pulling out of the line, putting the crack-crack on somebody, what a hell of a football player, what a hell of a man. He will surely be missed. God bless you all.
Kelly Miller
August 23, 2008
A true gentleman who was a commitment to excellence on the field and off. A Raider Nation mourns you. God Bless the Upshaw family.
Marty Morris
August 23, 2008
My heart goes out to the Upshaw Family.Gene you will be missed by your fans.Not only a Fan but I was your friend. I painted your house in the ealier 70`s, when you lived on Foothill Blvd in Pleaston,Ca.It was a privelege to know you and Art Shell,Willie Brown and The snake.
Cara Maupin (Morris)
August 23, 2008
My heart and soul goes out to the Upshaw Family.May God be with you.Gene you will be in our hearts forever.
Rick Miller (RAIDERLUVR 72)
August 23, 2008
To the family of Gene Upshaw,
May the Lord be your strength, as we celebrate the going home of Gene to our Father God and the Lord Jesus Christ. I remember Gene as a player, I remember Gene for changing the way football is viewed today. He was a true blessing to the sport and a greater role model for all young RAIDER Fans. He will be truly missed.
Paul Clayton, MD
August 23, 2008
My condolances to the family.
I lost my wife to this terrible disease in April, so my heart goes out to you.
I am hopeful more research will find answers for cures for pancreatic cancer. It seems that it is becoming more common.
Mr. Upshaw was a fine man and will be missed by many.
patricia
August 23, 2008
Reat in peace, may god be with you and your family.
Jerrad Gerardo
August 23, 2008
You gave so much to the game you loved and have left the sport and the players that play it in tremendous shape. your leadership can only hope to be matched by those who will succeed you as the head of nflpa.
You were a legend on the field and off of it and i want to say thank you for being a role model and a man who stood up for players rights when it wasn't an easy thing to do especially in the era in which you did it. My condolences to the Upshaw family, you lost bigger than any of us but were fortunate to have such a great man as a husband, a father and a sibling.
RIP Gene Upshaw...God bless you!
Georgia Walker-Adams
August 23, 2008
To the entire Upshaw family, my condolences on the loss of your beloved Gene. I met him several times in the '70's while working for the attorneys who represented a player for the Raiders. Gene was doing all he could as the team's Player Rep, and to help that player who greatly appreciated his support, I'm sure. He will be sorely missed. God bless you all.
Clint Gregory
August 23, 2008
Thanks for everything Gene!
Brandon Haffner
August 23, 2008
When you think of what it is to be a Raider, you think of Gene. He was a true warrior on and off the field and will never be forgotten.
God Bless you Gene
#63 Forever
Duane Ray
August 23, 2008
Good-Bye Gene...
You will always be remember as The Guvenor...
The players and the NFL owe you so much...
Micheal L. Nesbitt
August 23, 2008
REST IN PEACE
Micheal L. Nesbitt
Kevin Ridley
August 23, 2008
Gene...I met you 2 times. The 1st right after the Raiders beat the Eagles in the Super Bowl, and the 2nd time a couple of years ago while walking down Market St. in San Francisco. I have always had great admiration for you and I always will. Thanks for the memories. Rest in peace.
Joe Stout
August 23, 2008
My Condolences to the Upshaw family. I'm a Raider Fan for 37 years and Gene brought many great moments and memories for me and the rest of the Raider Nation. His work with the Players Assn. was awesome and did great things for the game and the players. He will be missed by all. Highway 63 just made its way to heaven
A Lowe
August 23, 2008
Gene rest in peace. My condolences to the Upshaw family.
denise murray
August 23, 2008
To The Family"
I am just praying for all of his family's, to hold on, and keep the strength, God bless you all.
Preston (Tom) Epperson
August 23, 2008
A great player, A great friend and will be known for all he gave to others. May your family be blessed at this time of such a great loss.
D. Foust
August 23, 2008
A true Raider. I'll always remember the road you and Art paved down the left side of the line. Best o-line tandem ever. Thanks for the great memories, #63.
michael neely
August 23, 2008
I am proud to know of aMAN who stood up for the rights of others. One with whom I sometimes had questions on his dicisions,but one for whom I had total respect and admiration.
Nat Archer
August 23, 2008
Gene was truly one of the Great Ones,he made an impression on this mans early life(rooting for the Raiders) when he and the other 4 could hold their blocks (dominate the opposition)long enough for the Snake to get it done out there,thanks again Gene you will be missed
Kim Swift
August 23, 2008
Gene you will be missed but you left the world a better place than you found it and no man can hope to do more. My prayers go out to his family and friends.
David -
August 23, 2008
Gene, a true Raider legend, you helped build the Raider mystique that is envied in all of sports. You did great work on and off the field to make the NFL so great. You will be missed, thanks for being the best left guard in not only Raider history but NFL history.
Kate Bender
August 23, 2008
Heaven-1 Raider Nation-O This loss really stings. Gene Upshaw left footprints in all of our hearts. He will forever be etched in the souls of Raider fans everywhere. My condolences to his family. God Bless.
Matt Bailey
August 23, 2008
Gene, Thank you for the memories, being the class act that you....Godbless your family through this difficult time...In the hearts of the Raider fans forever.....Matt
Nick Paxinos
August 23, 2008
Gene Upshaw epitomized the Raiders but more importantly man kind. He will be missed but more importantly he will be remembered!
May God bring peace and comfort to his fans, friends, and family!
Gregg Howman
August 23, 2008
Gene, you were a warrior on and off the field. Thanks for all the great memories that you brought to my life. Heaven's O-line just became invincible.
Efton Jack
August 23, 2008
God bless you Gene. You are truly loved and you will be truly missed. Thanks for all the memorries that you gave me every Sunday that you played. May God bless and keep your family in his graces.
E. Christy
August 23, 2008
Deepest condolences to the Upshaw Family, may he rest in Peace. Gene will always be remembered as a Raider legend. He will never be forgotten.
Valerie Patten
August 23, 2008
RIP (Raiders in Peace) You have always been one of my favorite people and players, you will be missed much, your hard work during your career & off the field. Peace and love to you, your family and the Raider Nation!
Raiders for Life,
R8drckr (Valerie Patten)
Lawrence Groom
August 22, 2008
Chris Hay
August 22, 2008
As a Raider fan of over 30 years, my sincere condolences to the family upon the loss of Mr. Upshaw. He was a shining example of a professional, and an outstanding Raider.
Joseph Budd
August 22, 2008
To the family of a true Raider Legend, and a great man...he was an role model to us all, to never settle for less.
Joshua Amaya
August 22, 2008
To the Upshaw Family ,I offer my deepest condolences,I lost my father to cancer a few years back and understand your pain.Thank you for sharing Gene with the rest of us,although I never met the man I am a lifetime Raider fan and wish the players of todays NFL would be The player and the man Gene was on and off the field.There are truly no right words at this time but I hope you find the sorrow you feel withers away with time and that you find joy and smiles with the lifetime of memories hes given to you and to all of us who never were truly privliged to know him in our day to day lives.Much love to you GENE from myself and the rest of The Raider Nation.
Jeff Carlson
August 22, 2008
My best to Genes family........
Gene was a great Raider..........
The Redmerski's
August 22, 2008
We lost a gridiron great, a Raider Legend and a passionate proponent for the advancement of the NFL and its players. Our thoughts and condolences go out to his family and friends.
RIP Mr. Upshaw
Bruce Smith
August 22, 2008
My earliest Raiders memories are of Upshaw and Shell standing there with those arms wrapped up, looking so intimidating, and paving the way for numerous runs and touchdowns.
Truly a class act on and off the field.
As you join our other Raiders greats who have passed know that you will never be forgotten - you remain in our hearts and memories forever.
Ed Klinger
August 22, 2008
RIP Gene Upshaw, You were one of the reasons that I became a Raiders fan, one of our greatest players. My sympathy and prayers go out to your family and friends.
R P
August 22, 2008
I hope that the family find strength to endure their loss by reflecting on all of the good things that Gene Upshaw did. The Upshaw family have my deepest sympathy.
Mike Cox Football FAN
August 22, 2008
May comfort from god,family,& friends comfort you in your loss of your loved one.God Bless.
William K Daly
August 22, 2008
Mr Upshaw,It is very sad to know you have gone,I thank you for your hard work in this life,To give us Brothers hope to aspire to be the best we can be,and never settle for less,Rest well,Big G,And May God Bless and keep your family and friends in his loving presence in their time of loss and sadness,No more suffering,No more Pain,Go get your reward,Your job here is done,and done very well...
Mike Rink
August 22, 2008
Never had the pleasure of meeting him in person, but as a 40+ year Raider fan, I've watched him play, watched him as a player rep, etc. I've always admired him.
I'm sure you look at this from a more personal perspective (as any family would) but the number of entries in this guest book and the tributes being paid to him by friends and "foes" shows how highly people thought of him.
Mr. Upshaw wil forever have a place in my memories. People like me are lucky to have had even a small, impersonal exposure to him.
You have my deepest sympathy.
Derrick Greene
August 22, 2008
My prayers are with the family.
GO RAIDERS!
Timothy Hines
August 22, 2008
I am going to miss Gene Upshaw.
Malika Upshur
August 22, 2008
Deepest condolences to the Upshaw Family, May he rest in Peace.
Debra Leath
August 22, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Corgia Hockaday
August 22, 2008
To The Upshaw Family,
Gene's life was well lived and his mission has ended. As much as his departure hurts, his being at peace with no pain or suffering will bring you comfort. Marvin, the people of Robstown were so proud to call you and Tuck their own because you never forgot where you came from. My heart swelled with pride each time I saw Gene and I let everyone know he was from my home town. May God Bless you All at this difficult time.
Craig Shoemaker
August 22, 2008
First, and foremost, my sincere condolences go out to Gene's family. Truly, a great loss of such a great man!
May we all take comfort in knowing that not only was Gene a Great Football Player, and a Superior Leader, but he touched many, many lives in such a positive way, and as such, mine included.
As a Raiders fan, I Thank You for all the memories. For as surely as my time will come, you have left me with many, many highlights to keep me going until I get there. (Then, not only can I can see you play again, but all the games will be, "live"... for surely, there is Raider's Football in Heaven!)
Gene, By the Lord's Grace, I rest easy in knowing that you are with Him, at Rest and at Peace.
Take Care, my Friend...
Gary Goodwin
August 22, 2008
RIP Gene you will be greatly miss. My condolences to the entire Upshaw family.
Chuck Jaymes
August 22, 2008
To one of the greatest Raiders ever to wear the Silver & Black...you will be missed by the Raider Nation...peace be with you #63
Janice Ornellas
August 22, 2008
Truly a good man, we share in his family's loss; rest in peace, Gene.
Cesar Kisielewski
August 22, 2008
I had the opportunity to meet Gene in Lake Tahoe 3 years ago and was taken aback by how gracious and approachable he was. 100% pure class.
His enormous contribution to the greatness of the Raiders and to the game of football will never be forgotten.
May God bless Gene "Highway 63" Upshaw. My sincerest heartfelt condolences go out to his family and friends. The world won't be the same without him.
Tony Lordi
August 22, 2008
The NFL has lost a legend, an icon, a hero who not only was an outstanding football player, but a devoted Family man. To the Upshaw family My condolences to all of you at this time. Gene will be deeply missed by his former teamates & friends and from me too. May God Bless all of you at this time.
Bill Newman
August 22, 2008
The Greatest Left Guard to Ever play the game. A class act on and off the field. God Bless you
Dorothy Pryor
August 22, 2008
I am a NFL fan to the max's, and I have enjoyed all the work you did with the NFLPA and all the battles you won trying to fight for the players. Now it's time for you to go serve our Lord and savior because he needs your help there. To your family always remember what Gene stood for and know that you will have the joy of seeing him in heaven. The Lord will be your light when it seems dark and your guide if you loose your way.
MD S&BNation
August 22, 2008
R.I.P Gene.
May God's blessings be bestowed upon you and your family.
The Nation will always love and remember you!
Charles Oakey
August 22, 2008
I was an Oakland Raider season ticket holder in 1967, Gene Upshaw's rookie season. How sad that another great Oakland Raider has passed. The 1967 American Football League Champion Oakland Raiders are, to this day, my favorite Raider team of all. Thank you Mr. Upshaw for being a part of that great team and the subsequent great Raider teams that followed.
Richard Win
August 22, 2008
Thoughts and prayers to the Upshaw Family. Gene was a ray of light and one of a kind in this world. We will always be remembered for his fire and compassion.
Kevin Norman
August 22, 2008
Thanks, Gene, for helping to create and defend the great Raider Nation! Both in Oakland and El Segundo.
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