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    Breaking: Steelers Key Coach Sees Famous Father Pass Away; Entire Team In Mourning

    McQuade ArnoldBy McQuade ArnoldJune 23, 2025No Comments4 Mins Read
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    Sep 15, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Detailed view of the helmet worn by Pittsburgh Steelers offensive tackle Troy Fautanu (76) (not pictured) during the game against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
    Sep 15, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Detailed view of the helmet worn by Pittsburgh Steelers offensive tackle Troy Fautanu (76) (not pictured) during the game against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
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    The Pittsburgh Steelers will have a little extra motivation this year after one of their own suffered a shocking and sudden loss.  One of Pittsburgh’s main coaches will be working with a heavy heart.

    Breaking: Steelers Key Coach Sees Famous Father Pass Away; Entire Team In Mourning

    Aug 19, 2023; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; A Pittsburgh Steelers helmet sits on the sidelines against the Buffalo Bills at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
    Aug 19, 2023; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; A Pittsburgh Steelers helmet sits on the sidelines against the Buffalo Bills at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

    FedEx founder Fred Smith has died at the age of 80, according to multiple sources. He was the father of NFL coach Arthur Smith:

    The Memphis-born business titan not only reshaped global logistics but also left a deep imprint on the lives of millions through his innovation and philanthropy.

    Smith launched FedEx in 1973 with a fearless vision that became a global shipping giant. Over the decades, he grew the company into a multibillion-dollar force in transportation and e-commerce.

    Forbes estimated his net worth at $5.3 billion at the time of his passing. While the exact cause of death has not been released, his impact on both business and community remains unmistakable.

    Smith’s influence reached far beyond boardrooms and balance sheets. A proud Marine Corps veteran, he committed millions to support military families, particularly through the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation.

    His leadership at FedEx helped thousands build careers, and he remained actively involved with the company until 2022, when he stepped down as CEO but stayed on as executive chairman.

    Pittsburgh Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith (Photo By Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images)
    Pittsburgh Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith (Photo By Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images)

    He also spent nearly two decades as a minority owner of the Washington Commanders, further cementing his ties to American sports. His son, Arthur Smith, followed a different path, rising through the NFL ranks. Arthur, now the offensive coordinator for the Pittsburgh Steelers, previously served as head coach of the Atlanta Falcons.

    News of Fred Smith’s passing prompted reactions from both political leaders and the sports world. Tennessee Senator Marsha Blackburn honored him with a statement that captured his far-reaching influence. “His leadership and innovation transformed global commerce,” she said. “His legacy will endure not only through the company he built but through the countless lives he touched.”

    Former Memphis mayor Jim Strickland called him “the most significant Memphian in history” and praised the opportunities he created for generations in the city.

    NFL Fans in Pittsburgh extended their condolences to Arthur Smith after hearing the news. One user posted on X, “Have to feel for Arthur tonight. Losing a parent is rough. RIP Mr Smith.”

    Sep 15, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Detailed view of the helmet worn by Pittsburgh Steelers offensive tackle Troy Fautanu (76) (not pictured) during the game against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
    Sep 15, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Detailed view of the helmet worn by Pittsburgh Steelers offensive tackle Troy Fautanu (76) (not pictured) during the game against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

    Another added, “Prayers to Arthur Smith and his family.”

    Fred Smith’s life wasn’t just a business success story but a relentless pursuit of purpose. He didn’t just build a global shipping giant; he reshaped the way the world moves.

    NFL Dec 9, 2021; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; The Steelers logo on their helmet before the game between the Minnesota Vikings and the Pittsburgh Steelers at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports
    NFL Dec 9, 2021; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; The Steelers logo on their helmet before the game between the Minnesota Vikings and the Pittsburgh Steelers at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-USA TODAY Sports

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