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Team Statement Regarding Death Of Justin Skaggs

June 15, 2007 - Arena Football League (1987-2008) (AFL I)
Utah Blaze News Release


SALT LAKE CITY - The Utah Blaze are deeply saddened to announce the passing of WR/LB JUSTIN SKAGGS (6-2, 208, Evangel). Skaggs was taken to Salt Lake Regional Medical center early Thursday morning due to complications relating to his recently diagnosed brain tumor. Surrounded by his family, he was pronounced dead at 1:45 p.m. (MT) today.

"Our thoughts and prayers are with the Skaggs family at this difficult time," said Blaze owner JOHN GARFF. "Justin will forever be a member of this team and a member of the Blaze family, and he will be deeply missed by all. The Salt Lake City and Blaze communities have lost a great man, a dedicated teammate, and a loving husband and father."

Skaggs leaves behind a wife, Tara, and two children, Jake (5) and Abbie (3).

A memorial service will be held at EnergySolutions Arena on Monday, June 18th at 10 a.m. in the International Room. All who wish to attend are invited. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Justin Skaggs Memorial Account by visiting any Zions Bank location. Checks can also be mailed to:

Zions Bank

1 South Main Street, Ste. 100

SLC, UT 84111

Any additional inquiries can be made to Tom Goodhines.



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