The passing of Johnie Kirton brought feelings of shock and sadness to his family, friends, teammates and coaches on Tuesday. The former Washington Husky football player was found dead in his hotel room on Monday night in Santa Clara, Calif., he was a member of the San Jose SaberCats, an Arena Football League team. Kirton attended Jackson HS in Mill Creek before joining the Huskies. Here is his obituary from the Seattle Times.
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My heartaches for the loss of a man I grew up with. A man that I always loved seeing. Have peace in Gods presence Johnie Kirton!
— Brent Lillibridge (@BSLillibridge) May 29, 2012
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Shawn Kemp speaks on Blake Griffin and Lob City [Sonicsgate Bonus #15] (via Sonicsgate)