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Reaction to the death of 49ers great Dwight Clark

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The sports world reacted Monday to the death of former wide receiver Dwight Clark, who passed away at 61, 15 months after being diagnosed with ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis).

Here is some of that reaction:

Statement from former 49ers owner Eddie DeBartolo Jr.:

“My heart is broken. Today, I lost my little brother and one of my best friends. I cannot put into words how special Dwight was to me and to everyone his life touched.