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Broncos Country Reacts to the Death of Pat Bowlen

By Shelby Manning

ENGLEWOOD, CO - MARCH 20: Majority owner, president, and CEO Pat Bowlen speaks during a news conference announcing quarterback Peyton Manning's contract with the Denver Broncos in the team meeting room at the Paul D. Bowlen Memorial Broncos Centre on March 20, 2012 in Englewood, Colorado. Manning, entering his 15th NFL season, was released by the Indianapolis Colts on March 7, 2012, where he had played his whole career. It has been reported that Manning will sign a five-year, $96 million offer. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images)
ENGLEWOOD, CO - MARCH 20: Majority owner, president, and CEO Pat Bowlen speaks during a news conference announcing quarterback Peyton Manning's contract with the Denver Broncos in the team meeting room at the Paul D. Bowlen Memorial Broncos Centre on March 20, 2012 in Englewood, Colorado. Manning, entering his 15th NFL season, was released by the Indianapolis Colts on March 7, 2012, where he had played his whole career. It has been reported that Manning will sign a five-year, $96 million offer. (Photo by Justin Edmonds/Getty Images) /
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Broncos Country is in a state of mourning today upon learning that owner Pat Bowlen has passed away at the age of 75.

Broncos Country is reeling after news broke early this morning that longtime owner and soon to be Hall of Famer Pat Bowlen has passed away at the age of 75, after a long time battle with Alzheimer’s Disease.

This statement was released this morning by the team (all quotes obtained from Broncos PR):

"“We are saddened to inform everyone that our beloved husband and father, Pat Bowlen, passed on to the next chapter of his life late Thursday night peacefully at home surrounded by family. His soul will live on through the Broncos, the city of Denver and all of our fans.Our family wishes to express its sincere gratitude for the outpouring of support we have received in recent years. Heaven got a little more orange and blue tonight. Pat Bowlen had a competitive spirit with a great sense of humor. As fun-loving as he was, he always wanted us to understand the big picture. We will forever remember his kindness and humility. More important than being an incredible owner, Pat Bowlen was an incredible human being.”"

Pat Bowlen was a true trailblazer in the NFL, bringing three championships to the Mile High City and creating a winning championship culture off and on the field. The Bowlen family has contributed tremendously to the city of Denver, and Broncos Country is truly blessed to have been given the leadership of Pat Bowlen.

We give him the ultimate Mile High Salute as he makes his journey from this life to the next.

As predicted, social media has been abuzz all day with tributes to Mr. Bowlen. Here are some of the good ones:

As the social media condolences pour in, we will continue to send our thoughts and prayers to Annabel Bowlen and the Bowlen children as they deal with this tremendous loss.

A number of teams around the NFL also sent out heartfelt condolences to the Broncos following the loss of this incredible man.

Predominantly Orange site expert Ty Walden wrote shortly after the news came in about Bowlen’s passing his remembrance of the Broncos’ owner.

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There are not enough words to justify how much Pat Bowlen and his family have meant to the city of Denver. Thank you for everything, Pat. Rest in peace.

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