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Chicago Bears Remember Collin Wehr's 'Spunky Personality'
The 11-year-old boy from Northbrook passed away this week after a battle with cancer.
After fighting cancer for more than two years, Collin Wehr died this week at 11-years-old. The Wehr family announced the sad news on Thursday, and the public outpour of support was practically instant.
“He was such a happy and optimistic kid despite the enormous adversity he faced on a daily basis,” Former Chicago Bear Tom Waddle told the Northbrook Star. Collin met Waddle during a Make-A-Wish gift to the boy.
“We feel honored to have had the opportunity to spend time with him and the Wehr family on several occasions," the Chicago Bears wrote in a statement published by the Northbrook Star. “Collin will always be a part of the Bears football family, and his positive attitude, spunky personality, and engaging smile will never be forgotten.
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