We are deeply saddened to announce that Jerry Coleman passed away today. We mourn the loss of an American hero and a great man.
— San Diego Padres (@Padres) January 5, 2014
We will greatly miss The Colonel and offer our prayers to his family.
Here are a few of fondest memories of Jerry …
Jerry signed several of his books for Wayne … and he, in turn, gave them as gifts so more people could read his very special story.
Wayne had Coleman placed on a throw-back jersey that had the number of when Jerry was the Manager of the Padres. Jerry got quite a kick out of it and later signed the jersey for Wayne … I know he will always cherish it.
Farewell friend ….
Love,
Padres360
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