Link: Eddie Conyers -Long Practice Official at Alabama Has Passed Away

[CB4]

Eddie Conyers was hired by Coach Bryant back in the 1960’s to officiate during practices and scrimmages. Eddie was a fixture in the program for more than 60 years.

Eddie was 97 and recently celebrated his 77th anniversary with his dear wife.

Rest in peace and tell Coach Bryant “hello” for all of us.

Longtime Alabama practice referee Eddie Conyers dies at 97

Eddie Conyers, a practice referee for the Alabama program for over 60 years, died on Tuesday at 97 years old.

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[TDBama78]

Mr. Conyers was a fixture,part of the fabric of Alabama football, RIP

 

[CB4]

A great friend who is a manager for Delta in Birmingham. His tribute to Eddie Conyers and his wife, Peggy.

 

[BamaMoon]

Oh the things he saw and heard over the years with a front row seat to the program!

 

[alabama mike1]

A true legend in Alabama football for over 60 years. Hopefully, UA does something special to honor Mr. Conyers. May he RIP and his family have comfort during this difficult time.

 

[bamaee04]

I got to meet him and hear him speak at an alumni event just a couple years ago. It was a treat for sure, and he had some great stories to share. RIP sir and RTR!

 

[BamaHoopsBoi]

What a blessing it must have been to see the things Mr. Conyers saw.

77 years of marriage is incredible. God Bless.

 

[OakMtn4Bama]

Many a great story, I bet! RIP

 

[rolltide_21]

Just think about what he witnessed in the evolution of the game of college football.