[3] Heyward's obituary in The New York Times gave a different story. I figured I knew what was best for me. You are in my prayers. R.I.P. I was a big fan of Mr. Ironhead when I was young. "Iron" we go way back I mean so far back I usually just called you Craiggy, not even sure how to spell that. R.I.P. Rest in peace cause GOD has you now. ihad no interest in sports until i met some guy named IronHead, and from then on sports became a very important instrument in my life. Surgeons could not remove all of it, and Armstrong said Heyward had lost his hearing and sight. Man, we'd go out there and drink a case of beer and a couple of bottles of tequila. To Plant Memorial Trees in memory, please visit our. The Heyward brothers were our protectors nobody bothered with us because they had to go through the Heyward brothers first. He became an all-state player at Passaic High School before starring at Pittsburgh. Rest In Peace, you truly are a LEGEND! I like to send my condolences to Pat,Larry,Scottie,Stevie,and my maine man Nate the skate and the rest of the Heywards. what I will remember most is that fateful night under the lights of memorial stadium in West New York when you rushed for 124 yds on 24 carries. I met Craig at Rutgers, New Brunswick in the summer of 84. The memory that stays close to my heart is the time we all chipped in to buy our favorite record which became our theme song for that summer and many summers to follow. It is always difficult to say good-bye to a friend, a man who lived life to the fullest. Still loved, still missed and very dear. You're gone from this earth but will never be forgotten. i called him in february for golf advice and he said, Mert, i cant walk right now but i will. You are all in my prayers. Parties at Passaic High School, hanging out late night in the parking lot at Mc Donalds and Saturday mornings shivering in the stands at the games. My deepest condolences to the family. I just learned of his passing away today 1/7/07 when an announcer addressed his son playing for LSU in the National championship as the son of the late great Ironhead Heyward. New Orleans Saints first-round draft picks, List of Pittsburgh Steelers starting quarterbacks. While I never met Mr. Heyward, I had the pleasure of watching his son Cameron play for PRHS during his senior year. 's Ironhead, Is Dead at 39", University of Pittsburgh remembers Ironhead, Heyward lived by big heart, By Thomas George, Denver Post Staff Columnist, Sports E-Cyclopedia's Memoriam to "Ironhead", https://americanfootballdatabase.fandom.com/wiki/Craig_Heyward?oldid=184586, Debuted in 1988 for the [[{{{debutteam}}}]], Last played in 1998 for the [[{{{finalteam}}}]], Heyward, Craig William; Heyward, Craig W. Heyward, Ironhead, All-American college football player, professional football player, running back. View phone numbers, addresses, public records, background check reports and possible arrest records for Craig Heyward. Time pass so fast, it's hard to believe it's one year. To the family - my prayers and thoughts will be with you all during this difficult time. rest in peace "iron". Being Craig's cousin in law, I'm surprised to learn that he has a son in college besides Cameron. In life we loved you dearly, in death we love you still. my BROTHER!!! I am greatly saddened by Craig's untimely loss, but his family should know how he inspired a team and a town, and that without doubt he was one of the greatest high school football players in New Jersey history. You will not be forgotten, you will always be in our hearts. Talking with Craig, and Nate, always made my job easier because of their insights and wit. Mr heward rip as a lifelong bears fan it was one of my special memories when you played for chicago i loved your style of running over people and at your weight you were a prototype back who now all the guys your size are now tightendswho can do it all just like you. May God bless him and keep him in his memory. we miss you Craig always and forever you will be in our heart. His son Corey Heyward graduated from Peachtree Ridge High School and will be playing basketball for Georgia Tech. Craig William "Ironhead" Heyward (September 26, 1966 – May 27, 2006) was an American football running back who played for the New Orleans Saints, Chicago Bears, Atlanta Falcons, St. Louis Rams, and Indianapolis Colts in an 11-year National Football League career. You're still my heart and I miss you so very much. The "lather-builder" and Heyward's tough-guy image created a humorous contrast in the advertisement, culminating in a voting campaign that named it the "thingy". Published in Atlanta Journal-Constitution from May 28 to Jun. Cameron was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers (31st pick overall) in the 2011 NFL Draft. He is currently signed to the Trenton Steel of the SIFL where he is a running back. that is how i remember him. Covering the glorious Ironhead era at Passaic High, my alma mater, was truly among the highlights of my career as a sportswriter. He will never be forgotten. You can "continue" to lean on me anytime! GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN ALWAYS FRIEND IN MY HEART. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. If you knew of him, you wished you knew him. God bless you and your family. I was all about getting drunk. Thank you for sharing a part of your life with us. For some reason I felt drawn to look up Craig "Ironhead" Heyward today not knowing it's the anniversary of his death. [citation needed]. I have a lot of great memories along side of the greatest football player i've ever saw in my lifetime. {{^isTree}}Send Flowers and Gifts{{/isTree}}. Its been one year today that you were called home to your heavenly father. just good thoughts. --Craig Heyward Jr., 2, was born to a school friend he decided not to marry.--Periodically, teammates tore their hair out waiting for Ironhead to take a few pounds off for big games. God Bless You.I did not know you personally; however, I was touched by your drive and determination. You would have been the first to call. He declared himself eligible for the 1988 draft after his junior year. Later, his charm burst through in television commercials, but his life remained a struggle. ago for my baby shower. If you knew him then you were blessed to have had a great friend in your life. Take care and God Bless. I remembered that you ran into the lake we didn't knoW if you could even swim... we all paid the next morning with EL'S MARATHON WIND SPRINTS.The laugh the light heartedness will also be remembered. From a football fan, BACK IN 1983 I REMEMBER IRON HEADRUN ALL OVER JFK HIGH SCHOOL I WAS THERE HISTORY. Most of all, I admired how you played a significant role in your sons' life. "For a lot of years, I made my bed hard, and it was tough to sleep in it.". I thank God my memories run long. His oldest son Craig Heyward Jr. was a walk-on at Middle Tennessee State, where he played primarily on special teams. He would always tell get out of here. Craig Jr., your a strong young man and a great friend. You're both in God's arms now - protected without pain. Thank you for your warm hospitality and countinous laughter during my visit to Atlanta. From that day on, they never doubted me. I had the pleasure of helping to care for you during your illness, there isn't a moment that passes by that you're not thought of, I see you in your children and God has blessed them all to be a blessing to others, I used to be a babysitter for the Hey wards when Cameron and Cory used to go to kids r kids in duluth ga. Mr Hey ward was one of the nicest men ever. Take your favorite fandoms with you and never miss a beat. God bless you & your love ones. Heyward, a native of Passaic, N.J., gained his nickname from street football games. I'd be at practice still drunk. He always brought a smile to my face whenever we would see each other in high school. rest in peace my brothers. My deepest sympathy to the Heyward family. A native of Passaic, New Jersey, he played as a running back for the New Orleans Saints from 1988 to 1991, Chicago Bears from 1993 to 1994, Atlanta Falcons from 1995 to 1996, St. Louis Rams from 1997 to 1998, and the Indianapolis Colts in 1998. RIP. He told Rick Reilly of Sports Illustrated: "I was an idiot. The Essence of Compassion- Craig lived by this--, May you continue to R.I.P. How you played the game and did not take yourself so serious will be remembered. We reconnected in Atlanta some years later and he had blossomed into a mature husband & father. Please allow 24 hours for your entry to be reviewed for appropriate content. Thanks for all the memories. in only three seasons. My deepest sympathy and condolences to Craig and his family. Craig "Ironhead" Heyward may you rest in peace. draft. He was selected by the New Orleans Saints in the first round (24th pick overall) of the 1988 NFL Draft out of the University of Pittsburgh, Heyward's 3,086 career rushing yards rank third all-time at Pitt. Honestly, this wiki has enough problems without people inserting unsourced claims. You were a man amongst kids at PHS, wasn't even fair to the other teams.I made all county as a slow lineman not cause i blocked so well but because if i did mess up they couldn't tackle you anyway. Best wishes to the family. LOVE YOU, Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day. Funeral Home Services for Craig are being provided by Gregory B. Levett and Sons Funeral Homes & Crematory, Inc.. Sunshine fades and shadows fall, but sweet remembrance outlasts all. I had'nt seen him since P.H.S. keep your eye on the ball. Craig brought an energy and enthusiasm not only to the football field but to an entire town, which was filled with pride over his achievements and those of the Indians. He will surely be missed. We played basketball at the P.A.L at an age so young they lowered the rims for us I used to think they HAVE to be kidding with craig we gonna kill these kids . He was 39. In the mid-1990s, Heyward showcased his sense of humor in a series of television commercials for Zest body wash, introducing a generation of American men to the modern version of the Luffa that is now a fixture in many showers and bathtubs. REST IN PEACE MY TEAMMATE FOREVER...BIG RED FOR LIFE AND BEYOND..... BOBBY RANDOLPH ASST.COACH PATERSON CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL. May you rest in peace. Love you. Class of 1981 Blanca Chang E:Mail nchls_gentile@yahoo.com & Class of 1984 Marlene Chang. Craig has left many great memories of our high school years '84. we miss you ironhead. Your vibrant personality, your sweet nature, your bright smile. Also, Funny YOUR IST FOOTBALL CAMP, camp Walpack when you were reminded that you were a rookie and even though we knew you could be a potential" Great One", that did not exclude you from the rookie harrassment you got from Frankie and tyrone causing you to run into the lake to wash off the (heat balm) that they had rubbed on you while you wer sleeping.
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