LIONS STATEMENTS ON THE PASSING OF PATRICIA ROONEY

STATEMENT FROM LIONS PRINCIPAL OWNER AND CHAIRMAN SHEILA FORD HAMP“Patricia Rooney will always be an inspiration to me. Over the years, the close relationship our families have established is something I will cherish forever. As the beloved matriarch of the Rooney Family and the Pittsburgh Steelers organization, she leaves behind a legacy of leadership, compassion and kindness. On behalf of my family and the Detroit Lions, I send my heartfelt sympathies to the Rooney Family, the city of Pittsburgh and the entire Steelers community.”
STATEMENT FROM LIONS CHAIRMAN EMERITUS MARTHA FIRESTONE FORD“I am so very saddened to hear the news of the passing of Patricia Rooney. She was a truly wonderful person whose kindness and passion for our game will be greatly missed. Participating in ‘A Lifetime Of Sundays’ with her was a most memorable and rewarding experience. The Rooney Family will always have a special place in the history of professional football. On behalf of my family and the entire Lions organization, I extend my deepest sympathies to her son, Art, her family and friends, and the Steelers organization.”