Ken Bowman, the former center for the Green Bay Packers, who contributed to three consecutive championship victories from 1964 to 1973, passed away at the age of 81. The Packers revealed on Tuesday that Bowman had died the previous Wednesday in Oro Valley, Arizona.
While the exact cause of death was not disclosed, the team’s statement, quoting Bowman’s wife Roseann, mentioned that he passed away from natural causes.
Also read:Â Onlyfans Ruby Reid Wiki, Age & More
Bowman played a crucial role in the Packers’ success, being a part of the NFL title-winning team in 1965, just before the inaugural Super Bowl, and then contributing to the Super Bowl triumphs in the following two seasons.
Ken Bowman, who contributed to the Green Bay #Packers‘ three straight NFL championships in the 1960s, died Wednesday, Dec. 27, at the age of 81.
đź“°: https://t.co/XWXzx6HVR0 pic.twitter.com/btzipX49qT
— Green Bay Packers (@packers) January 2, 2024
He gained notable recognition for his crucial role in the iconic “Ice Bowl” match, where he flawlessly snapped the ball to Bart Starr and provided a key block that enabled the Hall of Fame quarterback to score a game-winning 1-yard touchdown. This pivotal moment secured the Green Bay Packers’ 21-17 victory over the Dallas Cowboys in the 1967 NFL championship game, a contest played in extremely challenging conditions with a kickoff temperature of minus-13 degrees Fahrenheit.
This triumph propelled the Packers to the Super Bowl, where they emerged victorious against the Oakland Raiders. Notably, a year prior, Bowman showcased his skill and versatility by stepping in for the injured Bill Curry at center during the inaugural Super Bowl, contributing significantly to the Packers’ success against the Kansas City Chiefs.
