Sparse details usually indicates suicide or, less likely, foul play.
Saw him play many times for the Bears and heard him many times on his post-game radio shows after his playing career was over. He would get so worked up after a lousy Bears’ game that I was afraid he would keel over right on the radio.
Used to see him at Sweetwater Restaurant at State and Rush Streets in Chicago. He was an investor and really liked to rub elbows with the people. Nice guy. RIP.
In recent years, Buffone was a fan favorite for his Bears postgame shows with Ed O’Bradovich. Buffone was renowned for his raw emotion after games, and no one displayed more passion for Bears football than he did.
The show was on 670 amthe Score in Chicago. I think tge Bears killed him. He hated Butlers play.
As animated as he was on air, Buffone was just as sincere off the air.
Condolences to Doug Buffone’s family and friends.
RIP.