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Howard J. Twilley

1943 - 2025

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Leon Twillie posted a condolence

Friday, February 6, 2026

My condolences to the Twilley family, From Leon Twillie

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David Manley posted a condolence

Sunday, November 2, 2025

I was a student at the University of Tulsa when quarterback Jerry Rhome and Howard Twilley displayed their "pass and catch" talent at Skelly stadium. They boosted TU's athletic reputation by helping to produce a top 10 football program nationwide. Assuredly, Howard's Christ centered life was a testament to his Christian belief that he publicly extended to many. My condolences go out to Howard's wife, Julie and his three sons, Michael, Blaine, and Mark.

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Kathryn Hilliard lit a candle

Saturday, October 4, 2025

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I am so sorry about the passing of legendary football player and all-around wonderful person, Mr. Twilley. Julie had moved recently and only today did I put it together that there was a reason. My late parents loved Julie and Howard and their family so much. My mother had a shower before they got married. We saw that first touchdown on TV while watching the Superbowl. It was so nice. I am saddened. I know God must have needed a good player in Heaven.

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Kell McClung posted a condolence

Sunday, September 14, 2025

I just saw where Howard had passed away in February. I was sad to learn of his passing. I knew Howard and his wife doing service work at their residence in Tulsa. Howard was a genuinely nice guy, down to earth and always welcoming and respectful. We often had conversations about life in general family, etc. I count my time of knowing him a privilege and blessing.

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Bill Tolleson posted a condolence

Friday, February 28, 2025

I first met Howard and Julie after they moved into Lake Forest. From our first meeting I knew he loved the Lord and his family. But, he also loved football. He told me one time that he wasn't that big and couldn't run that fast, but he could swivel his ankle in such a way to fake a defender. Howard was a modest man and a hard worker. I often passed his house and he was planting pansies or tending his yard; never complaining, but always smiling and giving a waive. By his faith, I know Howard is now God's man celebrating eternal life with Jesus.

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Michael L Perez posted a condolence

Wednesday, February 26, 2025

I first met Mr. Twilley as an elementary school student. Mrs. Twilley was my teacher at Coral Park Elementary School. I have such wonderful memories in those years. Mrs. Twilley as I always called her introduced me to Mr. Twilley and visited him at training camp on multiple occasions. They left tickets for my family and I aways games in New York and Baltimore. I was having the time of life. I then attended the Bob Griese/ Karl Noonan camp, where I got to know Bob Griese, Larry Seiple, Karl Noonan, and Dick Anderson. I will always cherish these wonderful memories of my favorite teacher and Miami Dolphin. All my love and prayers to his family and friends, Michael Perez

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Coach Bill McGonagle uploaded photo(s)

Saturday, February 15, 2025

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Julian Carr posted a condolence

Tuesday, February 11, 2025

Julian Carr: TU Class of '68 In the late summer of 1964 I walked on the TU practice field for the first time (very nervous) and after just one practice was in awe of Howard's determination and willingness to put forth what ever effort it took to succeed. I have many great memories of those days and feel blessed to have met Howard. Julie, we have you and your family in our prayers! Howard, Rest in Peace Julian

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Charles Volpe posted a condolence

Monday, February 10, 2025

Q: How did you meet Howard? A: As a 13 year old, I met Howard and his wife at The Villas Apt in South Miami. My parents were the Managers and Howard and quite a few other Dolphin greats chose The Villas as their home. Howard was always kind and had a smile for the kids that were awe struck by his presence. Thank you Howard for signing everything I put in front of you. Always a good word and always trying to inspire us. My little brother Tim and I will miss your presence on this earth. Godspeed. Thank you for the memories. GO FINS!!

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Blythe Waugh posted a condolence

Sunday, February 9, 2025

I worked for Howard at Athlete’s Foot downtown in 1984 and later moved to the She Sports store at Woodland Hills. I remember him to have a sweet, gentle spirit and enjoyed my short time at the store. I even got to go on a buying trip to Dallas. Many years later I saw him at a TU homecoming game in a tent outside the stadium. I reminded him who I was. He was there with Jerry Rhome who I used to babysit for and Howard Waugh how was my father in law. All great players from TU. Peace to your family. Blythe Waugh

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Jana White posted a condolence

Sunday, February 9, 2025

Hey Howard! Jana White here. Class of '61. You made all of us GPHS'ers so proud. Not only with your accomplishments on the football field but in the manner in which you lived your life. You will be missed and remembered. Safe harbor my friend safe harbor.

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Judith Sanfilippo posted a condolence

Saturday, February 8, 2025

Rest in Peace, dear Howard. Julie, please know you are in our prayers. Both you and Howard are wonderful memories of mine when we all shared many fantastic times together at TU. Judy Wakefield Sanfilippo

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Carol Seacat nee Lee posted a condolence

Saturday, February 8, 2025

Julie is my Theta sister. Theta love to you Julie. I met Howard through Julie, but he was also my lab partner in chemistry class. I know he was a great football player, but neither he nor I were any good as chemists. Together we almost blew up the lab on more than one occasion, but he always took the blame.

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Jeannie Alaback posted a condolence

Saturday, February 8, 2025

My daughter was the baby sitter for the Twilley’s three sons they lived a block from us on south Columbia she enjoyed being with them Blessings to the family Jeannie Alaback

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Beth Kelly uploaded photo(s)

Friday, February 7, 2025

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The early 1970s on Marco Island: Howard, the late Rick Kelly and Bob Griese. Rest in Peace Howard. With love, Beth Kelly

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Bob Campbell posted a condolence

Friday, February 7, 2025

Q: How did you meet Howard? A: I was a freshman wide receiver at Tulsa in 1970. Howard Twilley came back a couple times to work with us. It was like a Masters course in route running and catching a football. I met him several times in the last few years at TU Letterman events. Just the nicest guy. He was arguably the greatest College player ever at TU. I’m

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Friday, February 7, 2025

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