NFL Ref Bill Leavy Passes Away, Twitter Reacts

The NFL is celebrating the life of longtime official Bill Leavy. Leavy passed away on Wednesday, according to NFL executive Walt Anderson. The nineteen-year officiating veteran was 76 years old. Anderson stated that the cause of death has yet to be announced. Bill Leavy’s biggest career moment was the time he was selected to officiate Super Bowl 34. The contest featured the Tennessee Titans and the St. Louis Rams. The game went on to be one of the more iconic Super Bowls, with the Titans falling just short of a game-tying touchdown.

Anderson had plenty to say on just who Bill Leavy the person was. “Always kind and thoughtful,” Anderson further lamented his thoughts by saying, “Bill was instrumental in mentoring countless young officials throughout his career.” In a time where officiating is heavily scrutinized, an official like Levy remains revered. Many in the NFL community took to Twitter to celebrate the life of the NFL official.

Celebrating The Life Of Bill Leavy

Former #NFL referee Bill Leavy died last night at the age of 76, per @footballzebras.

Leavy reffed in two Super Bowls and served as an #NFL officiating supervisor for the last 8 years. He was also a retired San Jose, California police officer, and firefighter, serving for 27… pic.twitter.com/uj1wz6rmgw

— MLFootball (@_MLFootball) March 29, 2023

Everyone from the media, colleagues, and former players extended their sympathies to the Leavy family. All are in agreement that Leavy is the perfect example of what an NFL official should be. As well as how someone should conduct their own lives. The NFL lost a special person in the passing of Leavy. Leavy called it a career in 2014. A career that began in 1995 went full circle as Leavy was awarded the Art McNally award in 2019. An award that is given to the greatest officials of the sport.

A sad day in the NFL. However, even through the sadness, everyone has been able to share the positive impact that Leavy left behind. Which is the best thing a person can do. Do you have any stories on games that Leavy officiated in his career? Any fun moments that you can recall during his tenure? Drop a story in our comment section below. For more NFL news, stay with us at HNHH. Before signing off, I would like to extend my sympathy to the family of Bill Leavy. A true professional of NFL officiating and a great human being.

Twitter Reacts

Bill Leavy was a really good man. He was passionate about his craft; an excellent Official and Supervisor and teacher of Officials and Teams on the rules. He always had a smile and was a tremendous communicator. He will be missed by all of us at @49ers . https://t.co/DD2y7iSOav

— John Lynch (@JohnLynch49ers) March 30, 2023

I’m saddened to hear this. Bill Leavy, who lived in San Jose, was around the #49ers a lot over the past decade in his role as a supervisor of NFL officials.

He was a kind man whom I got to know well. I valued our frequent interactions. My condolences go out to his family. https://t.co/RfOZnZXyP3

— Matt Maiocco (@MaioccoNBCS) March 30, 2023

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