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Bob Toneff, NFL football great and All American out of Notre Dame, is now with a higher Super Team. Bob passed away peacefully, March 15, 2015, in San Anselmo, California. He is survived by his wife Medora-Vaux, his daughters, Terez Toneff, Lesa Toneff and grandchildren Shana Davis, Nico Toneff, his brother George Toneff and extended family. He was preceded in death by his daughter Alene Toneff.
Bob was born in Detroit, Michigan, June 23, 1930, to Tony and Mary Toneff. He lived to be one of the oldest living NFL players. Bob played in the NFL as an offensive and defensive tackle, seven years with the San Francisco 49ers and seven years with the Washington Redskins. He was the 49ers' 2nd round draft choice in 1952 out of Notre Dame. He became a standout in the NFL, making the Pro Bowl four times.
Bob played his entire 49er career at Kezar Stadium. During the era Bob played football, all players had to have off-season jobs and made more money off-season.
As Notre Dame, All American, Bob was acclaimed the fastest lineman in Fighting Irish history. This competitive, but gentle athlete was a man's man and a woman's protector.
As a fierce competitor, Bob instilled in his family the belief that you keep your eye on the ball and never give up.
Bob was bigger than life and gave life to his family and friends. He always played the game to win. He is our hero.
Some of his football associates include: Phil Bengston, Red Strader, Buck Shaw, Tony Morabito, Louis Spadia, Joe Perry, Y.A. Tittle, Frankie Albert, Hugh McElhenny, Gordie Soltau, Ed Henke, Leo Nomellini, Hardy Brown, Billy Wilson, Jim Cason, John Henry Johnson, Bruno Banducci, Bob St. Clair, Marion Campbell, Al Carapella, Dicky Moegle, Matt Hazeltine, John Brodie, Marv Matuszak, Clyde Conner, J. D. Smith, Bob Stits, Ed Henke, Bill Johnson, Abe Woodson, Jerry Mertens, Lenny Lyles, Dave Baker, Ted Marchibroda, Bill McPeak, Norm Snead, Dick James, Don Bosseler, Abe Gibron, Rod Breedlove, Bobby Mitchell, Billy Ray Barnes, Joe Rutgens, Paul Krause, John Paluck and Sonny Jurgensen.
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