[Right Cal Gal]

I was living in San Francisco during that time (and after), and Bill Walsh made himself available whenever possible for community outreach, charity events, and encouraged his players to remember the fans who supported them through the lean years as well.

I always thought the team was an extension of Bill’s heart.

[ninergold3]

We lived on the SF Peninsula (near the SF Airport) during the Walsh years. He was exactly as Right Cal Gal states. He worked tirelessly for the team, the fans and the community. He also had a great sense of humor.

I remember the Niners first Superbowl. Walsh dressed up like a bellman and stood outside the bus as the players came off. Walsh took Montan's bag and it took Montana a couple seconds to realize who Walsh was. It was a great thing to watch.