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The Winnipeg Football Club Mourns the Passing of Chase Stegall

The Canadian Football League has rallied in support and sympathy for the family of Milt Stegall after the sudden passing of his son Chase at his residence at DePaul University in Chicago Monday morning.

Chase, 20, was a sophomore with the school’s soccer team and the oldest son of Stegall, the Winnipeg Blue Bombers and Canadian Football Hall of Famer, and Darlene and brother to his younger sibling, Collin.

Said Blue Bombers President and CEO Wade Miller in a statement released Monday evening:

“We are heartbroken to learn of the sudden and tragic passing of Chase Stegall, beloved son of Blue Bombers legend Milt Stegall. Chase was a bright and talented young man with a promising future, and his loss is felt deeply across our entire Blue Bombers family.”

The news first broke in an e-mail to DePaul faculty, staff and students from school president Rob Manuel.

“Chase was known for his warmth, strength of character, and vibrant presence — qualities that touched the lives of many both on and off the field. His loss is deeply felt by his teammates, coaches, classmates, faculty, staff, and all who knew him. We extend our heartfelt prayers and deepest sympathies to Chase’s family, friends, and loved ones.

Added DePaul vice-president and director of athletics DeWayne Peevy and men’s soccer coach Mark Plotkin in a joint statement:

“We are heartbroken by the unexpected loss of Chase Stegall, a cherished member of our community, dedicated teammate and kind-hearted friend.  Our thoughts and prayers are with Chase’s family, friends, teammates and all who loved him.

“In the coming days, we will support Chase’s family and teammates through this devastating time. His loss will be deeply felt across our entire athletics and university family and his memory will forever be a part of DePaul University.”

The support from the CFL community included this statement from commissioner Stewart Johnston:

Stegall played 14 seasons for the Blue Bombers and retired in 2009 as one of the greatest players in league history as the all-time touchdown leader and one of the most-popular players in Winnipeg sports history.

Since his retirement he has been working as an analyst with The CFL on TSN.

Details on a memorial service have not yet been announced.