A Renaissance Legend

VINCENT JOSEPH DOOLEY
SEPTEMBER 4, 1932 - OCTOBER 28, 2022
Vince Dooley was the type of role model we all need. The kindness he poured into
the Athens community, the leadership he provided on and off the field, and the
special connection we had with him as a family are just a few of the reasons I cherish
his memory. He led the Bulldogs by teaching us all the value of teamwork and
sportsmanship. We need more of that in our world today, and thankfully, his memory
will continue to inspire those virtues. All I can do is thank him and Mrs. Dooley for
the many things they have done for Brian, our girls, and me. The friendship and
mentorship they have provided throughout our lives have been a true blessing. We
miss him every day, and every time we joyfully shout, ‘Go Dawgs!’ we will think of him
and his lasting impact.
MARTY KEMP, GEORGIA’S FIRST LADY
Few individuals have had a
greater impact on the State
of Georgia, and certainly the
University of Georgia, than Coach
Vince Dooley. His achievements
on the field speak for themselves.
As coach, he helped shape the
lives of the young men entrusted
to him, always working to instill
in them the values of hard work,
perseverance, and teamwork.
Knowing him not just as a coach
but as the great man he was is
one of the honors of my life. From
Friday night lights, to watching
my family grow up, and being
there when we celebrated my
first election as governor, he was
always there with us to celebrate
life’s greatest moments and helped
us get through the hard ones. Like
so many others, we will remember
Vince Dooley not just as a legend,
but as a great mentor, father, and
friend.
BRIAN KEMP, GOVERNOR
OF GEORGIA
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