Social media filled with remembrances for longtime San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Dwight Clark, whose died Monday at age 61. For many, it seemed far too soon after his March 2017 diagnosis of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or Lou Gehrig’s disease.
I’m heartbroken to tell you that today I lost my best friend and husband. He passed peacefully surrounded by many of the people he loved most. I am thankful for all of Dwight’s friends, teammates and 49ers fans who have sent their love during his battle with ALS. Kelly Clark.
We are saddened to share that @49ers great Dwight Clark has passed away at age 61.