Kansas City Mourns Len Dawson Death

By now TKC readers have probably seen sad news for Kansas City sports fans today. We invite our blog community to write something nice about a local topic for a change.

An appropriate place to start this collection of memories . . .

The statement from his family . . .

With wife Linda at his side, it is with much sadness that we inform you of the passing of our beloved Len Dawson. He was a wonderful husband, father, brother and friend. Len was always grateful and many times overwhelmed by the countless bonds he made during his football and broadcast careers.

Dawson Family

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Chiefs Mourn the Passing of Franchise Legend Len Dawson

The Kansas City Chiefs are saddened to share the passing of Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback, Chiefs legend and Kansas City icon, Len Dawson. "My family and I are heartbroken. Len Dawson is synonymous with the Kansas City Chiefs. Len embraced and came to embody Kansas City and the people that call it home.

Dawson, Super Bowl-winning QB for Chiefs, dies

Len Dawson, who led the Kansas City Chiefs to victory in Super Bowl IV and was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame as both a player and broadcaster, has died at the age of 87, according to his family.

Chiefs legend, Hall of Famer Len Dawson dies at 87

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Kansas City Chiefs legend and Pro Football Hall of Famer Len Dawson has died at the age of 87, according to his family. FOX4 spoke with his son, Len Dawson Jr., who confirmed the news.

Kansas City Chiefs star who was MVP of team's first Super Bowl win dies

FORMER Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Len Dawson has died at the age of 87. His death came just days after it was revealed he had entered a hospice. He passed away with his wife Linda by his side, KAKE reports. In a touching tribute, Linda said: "He (Len) was a wonderful husband, father and brother, and friend.

Len Dawson's broadcasting career started right here at KMBC, and it got started without him even knowing it

I am the seventh son of 1/7 son in all my life, they said, Hey, that's great, that's good luck. That was *** Dawson in 1987 on the day he entered the Pro Football Hall of Fame, people of Kansas City. For those of you don't know those folks as some kind of town in Kansas City loved him.

Len Dawson, Kansas City football and broadcasting legend, dies at 87

Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback and popular radio and TV sports personality Len Dawson has died. He was 87. He led the Kansas City Chiefs to their first Super Bowl win in 1970, even picking up the MVP title. "Lenny the Cool" also guided Chiefs fans through their ups and downs as a broadcaster for more than 50 years.

Chiefs, others share memories, condolences for Len Dawson

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The NFL world is mourning the loss of legendary Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Len Dawson who died early Wednesday morning at the age of 87. Dawson, who enjoyed a decorated 14-year career with the Chiefs, leaves a legacy as a champion on and off the field.

Len Dawson, Chiefs Super Bowl winning QB and longtime broadcaster, dies at 87

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - One of Kansas City's first iconic sports figures has died. Leonard Ray Dawson, who led the Chiefs to a Super Bowl IV title and manned the broadcast booth for several years on Sundays, died at the age of 87, according to a Wednesday morning report from the Associated Press.

Remembering Len: Kansas City Chiefs, Clark Hunt mourn passing of "franchise legend" Len Dawson

The Kansas City Chiefs and Clark Hunt have issued this statement on the passing of Len Dawson: The Kansas City Chiefs are saddened to share the passing of Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback, Chiefs legend and Kansas City icon, Len Dawson."My family and I are heartbroken.

Forever our quarterback: Len Dawson, former Chiefs quarterback and KMBC sports director, has died

Legendary Kansas City Chiefs quarterback and Kansas City broadcaster Len Dawson has died. He was 87 years old. The Dawson family issued this statement: "With wife Linda at his side, it is with much sadness that we inform you of the passing of our beloved Len Dawson.

Photos: Legendary Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Len Dawson through the years

From the football field to sports broadcasting, here's a look at Len Dawson over the years in both roles.

Len Dawson smoked a cigarette at halftime during a Super Bowl, and photo will never be forgotten

Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback Len Dawson died on Wednesday at the age of 87, after entering hospice care earlier this month. Dawson accomplished many things during his career: seven-time Pro Bowler, leading the Kansas City Chiefs to two Super Bowl appearances, including a Super Bowl victory in 1970, and then translating that success into decades as a successful broadcaster.

R.I.P.