Dick Yelvington
1928–2013 (age 85)
American football player
Biography
Dick Yelvington was a determined American football player whose perseverance on the gridiron inspired teammates and fans alike, and whose steady leadership set a tone of resilience in every locker room.
When he stepped away from the professional spotlight, he invested the same fought-for discipline in his community and cherished relationships, remaining a reassuring presence for many until his rest at Clifton Cemetery.