Thursday, May 3, 2012

Seau Dead at Age 43



In news that rocked the sports world yesterday, Junior Seau has died of an apparent self-inflicted gun wound.  Police were called to the scene of his Oceanside, California home yesterday, where his girlfriend found him unconscious with a gun at his side.  Seau was only 43 years old, and his family members and closest friends were devastated by the news.  
Seau had a recent history of concerns and he survived a 100-foot plunge down a seaside cliff after he fell asleep behind the wheel.  Seau was arrested for investigation of domestic violence with his girlfriend he shared a home with at the time.

Seau was elected to a Chargers  record 12 straight Pro Bowls and was an All-Pro six times.  The news came as devastation to the Charger family, who has lost many former players at very young ages.
He was a great player on the field, and from all indications I pick up on, was a kind and generous man off the field.  His mom was absolutely devastated by this news as she cried loudly and asked why.  Seau sent texts to his ex-wife and kids the previously day that read "I love you".  No suicide note was left.

As a kid, I grew up watching this guy and admired how he played on the field.  I also could see that he seemed like a good person and one with character.  He may have been battling some demons over the years, and this is just devastating news to see him go like this.  I'll always remember him in Charger blue and also as a member of the New England Patriots.  He was an extremely talented player, but play on the field doesn't tell the whole story.  The countless stories friends, family, and other people whose lives he touched are those that matter.  It is so sad to see the heartbreak that many of his closest family members and friends feel.  

My heart goes out to his family, and my prayers are with them. 

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