He just flew back to Palm Springs on Friday. The elder Elway coached thousands of players at high schools and colleges throughout the west. He is said to be responsible for John Elway s career with the Broncos. Jack encouraged John to play for the Broncos rather than the Indianapolis Colts. A memorial service will be held in Palm Springs on Tuesday, April 24.
Funeral arrangements are pending.
Jack Elway was thought to be 70 years old. He was very close to John. The Broncos quarterback has said many times that Jack was not only his dad and coach, but also his best friend. In this picture, father and son exchange a hug after John quarterbacked his first of back to back Superbowl wins. Jack Elway, who retired last year as the Broncos' director of pro scouting, was there for his son's Super Bowl losses, his Super Bowl wins and his retirement.