Dick Stanfel
1927–2015 (age 88)
Professional football player and coach
Biography
Dick Stanfel excelled as a professional football player and coach, earning respect from teammates and opponents alike for his fierce competitiveness and cerebral approach to the game. A stalwart on the offensive line, he brought intensity and leadership to every season he played.
After hanging up his cleats, he shaped countless careers through coaching, imparting discipline and pride in the fundamentals, leaving a legacy treasured by the football community and resting at Ascension Catholic Cemetery.