John Mark Stallings Passes Away At 46

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Posted: 5:36 PM Aug 2, 2008
Last Updated: 6:01 PM Aug 2, 2008
Reporter: KBTX/Alabama Sports Information

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John Mark Stallings, the son of Aggie Gene Stallings passed away Saturday morning. John Mark was born with down syndrome and suffered from health problems related to a congenital heart defect. He was 46 years old.

Coach Stallings and John Mark were known for the book "Another Season" which talked about the challenges of raising a child with down syndrome.

The University of Alabama football equipment room was formally dedicated as the "John Mark Stallings Equipment Room" on December 8, 2005. Gene Stalling was the Head Coach at Alabama from 1990 - 1996.

Funeral arrangements for John Mark Stallings are pending.

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Posted by: McLeod family Location: Round Rock, Tx on Aug 4, 2008 at 08:31 PM
What an inspiration you are to so many! Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you as you celebrate Johnny's precious life, his influence and his challenges he faced. With our love, Judy and Wade McLeod

Posted by: Carol Location: Mississippi on Aug 4, 2008 at 01:06 AM
Thoughts and prayers for the Stallings family. John Mark's love for his Pop and Alabama football was inspiring.

Posted by: Don Wiggins Location: Granbury,Tx on Aug 3, 2008 at 02:44 PM
We are saddened to hear of your great loss.Our prayers are with you at this time. Know you from the church of Christ in College Station,Tx. The Wiggins Family

Posted by: Juliette Location: Chicagoland IL on Aug 2, 2008 at 10:53 PM
As a Mom of a 5.5 year old with Down syndrome and a CHD, I have to celebrate your approach to life with your son. It paved the way for future generations. THANK YOU! I hope that knowing your son helped many many new parents will help you during your times of grief. May The Father, The Son and The Holy Spirit help you enjoy the peace that your son is enjoying in Heaven!

Posted by: Paul Location: Lincoln,AL on Aug 2, 2008 at 10:28 PM
My prayers are with the Stallings family. I always respected Gene Stallings for just being himself, and you could see the love John Mark's family had for him. I hope God will comfort his family.

Posted by: Johnny Admirer Location: Bryan on Aug 2, 2008 at 06:41 PM
What a blessing John Mark Stallings was to so many lives! Our sympathy to Gene, Ruth Ann, his sisters and their families.