Ken Bowman, who played center for the Green Bay Packers from 1964 to 1973 and was a part of three consecutive championship teams, unexpectedly passed away at the age of 81.
Super Bowl hero Ken Bowman cause of death
The Packers revealed on Tuesday that Bowman passed away in Oro Valley, Arizona, on Wednesday of last week. Although the cause of death was not disclosed by the organization, Bowman’s wife, Roseann, was quoted in the Packers statement as stating that he passed away naturally.
In 1965, the year before the first Super Bowl, Bowman was a member of the Packers’ NFL title-winning team. He also played on the winning teams of the Super Bowls the following two seasons.
The most famous moment of his career was probably when he snapped the ball to Bart Starr and blocked the Hall of Fame quarterback’s game-winning 1-yard touchdown sneak in the 1967 NFL championship game known as the “Ice Bowl,” which saw the Packers defeat the Dallas Cowboys 21-17 despite a kickoff temperature of minus-13 degrees Fahrenheit.
Ken Bowman Family and funeral arrangements
Ken Bowman’s life and legacy will be honored at a memorial service. As soon as the funeral ceremony is ready, details will be made available. His family has a right to privacy while they deal with these difficult circumstances and difficult times. The life was a stunning illustration of perseverance, fervor, and resolve.
