Obituary of Johnny Unitas

Johnny Unitas

Johnny Constantine Unitas (born May 7, 1933 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) was a football player who was best known for having a career that spanned from 1956 to 1973 and for mostly playing for the Baltimore Colts of the National Football League (NFL). He was also remembered as one of the greatest NFL players of all time. Johnny died on September 11, 2002 and his death was because of a heart attack. He died quite young at age 69.

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Johnny Unitas Biography Wiki:

Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Unitas, Johnny
Common Name: Johnny Unitas
Gender: Male
Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
Birthplace: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Birth Date: May 07, 1933
Age: 69 (at death)
Also Known As: Johnny U, Golden Arm
Occupation: Football Player
Active Years: 1955-1973

Religion: Roman Catholic
Net Worth: $10 million
Nationality: American
Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
Favorite Color: Blue (See all his faves at Hot-Forum)

Johnny's Family Tree

Birth Name: Johnny Constantine Unitas
Father: Francis J. Unitas
Mother: Helen Superfisky
Spouse/Partner:

Dorothy Hoelle (married 1954-divorced 1972)
Sandra Lemon (married 1972-2002, his death)

Son(s):

John Unitas Jr.
Joe Unitas
Robert Unitas
Chad Unitas
Christopher Unitas
Kenneth Unitas

Daughter(s):

Alicia Ann Paige Unitas
Janice Unitas

Death Notice:

Date: September 11 2002 at age 69
Place: Baltimore, Maryland, United States
Cause of Death: Heart attack
Funeral Arrangements: Held at Cathedral of Mary Our Queen in Baltimore, Maryland
Interment: Buried at Dulaney Valley Memorial Gardens in Timonium, Maryland

Category Tags:

Football Player American Born on May 7th Born in 1933 Born in Pennsylvania Died in 2002 Died at age 69 Died from Heart attack

Quotable Quotes:

"Johnny Unitas averaged a stellar 8.5 interceptions per season in his NFL career. (V)"

"Johnny Unitas was one of the greatest players in the history of the NFL. He is remembered for his touchdowns and interceptions, and his leadership on and off the field. He will be forever remembered for his incredible career and his amazing death. (V)"

Is Mr. Johnny Unitas still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.