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After Lavell Edwards passed away yesterday, hundreds of people who knew the hall of fame coach reached out via social media to pay their respects. Whether it was former players that he coached, coaches he went up against, media members, or other acquaintances, many showed how much Lavell meant to them.
Here is a sampling of some of the well wishes:
Former Players:
RIP Lavell. Thank u for all u did for me and so many others at the Y. Im going to miss u coach. pic.twitter.com/p1bgX9Qm5W
— Jim McMahon (@JimMcMahon) December 30, 2016
So sad to hear about my Coach LaVell Edwards passing. What an impact he made on so many athletes at BYU. Thanks for the memories coach!
— Brett Keisel (@bkeisel99) December 29, 2016
20 years ago Lavell Edwards came to da Hood in LA. His visit meant the world to me & I chose BYU
— Tim McTyer (@timmctyer) December 29, 2016
Rest Easy Coach pic.twitter.com/7BrswrEtaK
Steve collected himself and is now hitting his stride on ESPN about LaVell. #BYU pic.twitter.com/PAMUWvRIuq
— Notre Blaine (@BlaineJacob) December 29, 2016
He had profound effect on my life as a MAN. Part of Lavell Edwards still lives in me.
— Coach Hooks (@SkysTheLimitWR) December 29, 2016
Love you Coach pic.twitter.com/uABU8WkMf2
1/5: @Chiefs coach Andy Reid on the passing of legendary @BYUfootball Head Coach LaVell Edwards. #BYUSN pic.twitter.com/nRffqQoMkI
— Jason Shepherd (@jsnshep) December 30, 2016
LaVell was a great leader because he loved and served others. His legacy will continue to grow. Well done, thou good and faithful servant. https://t.co/lygXCJ30zO
— Trevor Matich (@TMatich) December 30, 2016
LaVell was humble and had the best sense of humor right to the end! What a great example. @BYUfootball pic.twitter.com/rMoMcK3IJk
— Chad Lewis (@Chadlewis89) December 30, 2016
— Tom Holmoe (@TomHolmoe) December 29, 2016
Love this man and the Legacy he left behind! Great father figure for all of us former players!! https://t.co/wvXLX3rQUy
— Ty Detmer (@TyDetmer14) December 29, 2016
Current and former FBS coaches also expressed thoughts:
Thoughts and prayers with the family of my good friend LaVell Edwards and the entire BYU family. A phenomenal coach but even better person! pic.twitter.com/YEl5VsuHuI
— Urban Meyer (@OSUCoachMeyer) December 29, 2016
The CFB world is saddened by the loss of my great friend Coach LaVell Edwards. He will be missed by so many! Great coach but better man. pic.twitter.com/1OhhUh5Vc8
— Mack Brown (@ESPN_CoachMack) December 29, 2016
Heartbreaking to hear the news of LaVell's passing. He made such a positive impact on so many lives & was a loyal family friend.
— Kyle Whittingham (@UtahCoachWhitt) December 29, 2016
Sorry to hear of Lavell Edwards passing. True mentor and friend. His personal influence will be with me forever.
— Bronco Mendenhall (@UVACoachBronco) December 29, 2016
There will never be another LaVell Edwards. He did more than win championships, he changed the eternal course of lives. Love you & Patti!
— Ken Niumatalolo (@NAVYCoachKen) December 29, 2016
Other prominent people also expressed thoughts concerning Lavell Edwards:
Been away for a bit so not sure if this from Elder Jeffrey R. Holland of the LDS Church's Quorum of the Twelve Apostles has been shared pic.twitter.com/linredv42o
— Ryan McDonald (@ryanwmcdonald) December 30, 2016
Sending prayers and condolences to the @BYUfootball family on Coach Edwards' passing. A great man..an honor to cover and get to know him.
— MikeTirico (@miketirico) December 29, 2016
My deepest condolences to the family and friends of the great LaVell Edwards. He touched so many lives. What a gentleman. RIP coach.
— Kirk Herbstreit (@KirkHerbstreit) December 29, 2016
We are saddened to hear of the passing of Lavell Edwards. A true football legend. He will be greatly missed!
— Utah Football (@Utah_Football) December 29, 2016
Sad to hear about the passing of Coach Edwards. He was such a great man and coach. He will be missed. #RIPCoach #Cougarlegend
— Jimmer Fredette (@jimmerfredette) December 30, 2016
Sad to hear the loss of one of the greats. My condolences n blessings up to the Edwards family. #RIPLavellEdwards
— Ezekiel Ansah (@Ziggy_Ansah) December 30, 2016
Perfectly said, LaVell Edwards was one of the mount Rushmore coaches in college history. @BYUfootball @ESPNCFB https://t.co/1Qe8jWlfHS
— Merril Hoge (@merrilhoge) December 30, 2016
RIP to the big man Lavell Edwards, nothing but love and respect for him as a man and a coach ✊
— J-man Da Yatta Man (@jswaggdaddy) December 29, 2016
LaVell Edwards was both a legend and a friend. My prayers are with Patti and entire Edwards family at this time. LaVell, you will be missed. pic.twitter.com/li3UAkoWPr
— Gov. Gary Herbert (@GovHerbert) December 29, 2016
All who knew him considered him a friend. #lavelledwards pic.twitter.com/gB3i4Bv1oe
— BYU (@BYU) December 29, 2016
RIP, Coach.