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Updated: 6:01 PM Aug 2, 2008
John Mark Stallings Passes Away At 46
John Mark Stallings, the son of Aggie Gene Stallings passed away Saturday morning.
Posted: 5:36 PM Aug 2, 2008Reporter: 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
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