Former Auburn quarterback Jeff Klein has died, his wife announced Wednesday.
Klein was hospitalized earlier this month with severe back pain, where he was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer. On Tuesday night, Klein suffered a severe stroke, and he died Wednesday afternoon.
Klein’s wife, Adrienne, announced the news on CaringBridge.com. The full post reads as follows:
“Surrounded by his loved ones, at 2:36 pm this afternoon the love of my life was called home.
“His passing was peaceful and immediately followed the ceasing of life support. After two long and painful days, I finally get to see our precious boys.