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Buddy Ryan

AKA James David Ryan

Born: 17-Feb-1931
Birthplace: Frederick, OK
Died: 28-Jun-2016
Location of death: Shelbyville, KY
Cause of death: Cancer - unspecified

Gender: Male
Religion: Roman Catholic
Race or Ethnicity: White
Sexual orientation: Straight
Occupation: Football

Nationality: United States
Executive summary: Retired NFL Coach

Military service: US Army (Master Sgt.)

Wife: Doris (div., twin sons)
Son: Rex Ryan (twin, football coach, b. 13-Dec-1962)
Son: Rob Ryan (twin, football coach, b. 13-Dec-1962)
Wife: Joanie (m. circa 1970, d. 2013 Alzheimer's)

    University: Oklahoma A&M University (1955)
    Coach: Defensive Coordinator, University of the Pacific (1966)
    Coach: Assistant Coach, Vanderbilt University (1967)

    SPORTS FRANCHISE HISTORY
    Arizona Cardinals Head Coach (1994-95)
    Houston Oilers Defensive Coordinator (1993)
    Philadelphia Eagles Head Coach (1986-90)
    Chicago Bears Defensive Coordinator (1978-85)
    Minnesota Vikings Defensive Coordinator (1976-77)


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