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Jurkovic succumbs to cancer

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Mirko Jurkovic died Wednesday evening after a 28-month battle with colon cancer, his brother said via Twitter.
Jurkovic was a member of Notre Dame's last championship team in 1988. He played defensive tackle for the '88 team and later started at offensive guard in 1990 and 1991, where he made the All-America team. The Chicago Bears drafted him in 1992. He was 42 years old.

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According to an ESPN.com article, Jurkovich will be buried at Cedar Grove Cemetery on Notre Dame's campus. The article said In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Mirko Jurkovic Memorial Fund at any Wells Fargo Branch.

Mirko Jurkovic former Notre Dame All-America dies at 42 - ESPN Chicago

Mirko Jurkovic, a member of Notre Dame's 1988 national championship team and consensus All-American lineman, died Wednesday at the St. Joseph Medical Center in Mishawaka, Ind. from complications due to colon cancer. He was 42.
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No "h" in his last name Dan, but yes, cancer finally claimed my good buddy. May he RIP and may his family be comforted at this time of need.
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Sorry for the huge loss. RIP Mirko.
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Pimpi said...
No "h" in his last name Dan, but yes, cancer finally claimed my good buddy. May he RIP and may his family be comforted at this time of need.

Thanks Pimpi. Adjustment made.

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Great football player, but a far better man. God bless him and his family.
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My sympathies to Mirko's family.
I no longer have a colon due to illness and the potential for colon cancer in the future. It's a terrible disease that no one should have to suffer through.
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May he rest in peace. I enjoyed watching him play very much. God Bless his family
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May perpetual light shine upon him !
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Great family the Jurkovic's. Mirko lived down the street from us. Rest in peace my friend.
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My sympathies to Mirko's family.
I no longer have a colon due to illness and the potential for colon cancer in the future. It's a terrible disease that no one should have to suffer through.

Prayers for your own health Colin.
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Mirko Jurkovic former Notre Dame All-America dies at 42 - ESPN Chicago

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