Dana Dokmanovich: Wife Of NFL Star Franco Harris

Dana Dokmanovich is the wife of Franco Harris, an NFL Hall-of-Famer running back for the Pittsburgh Steelers who was known for creating “Immaculate Reception”. Unfortunately he passed away at 72 on December 21, 2022; before then Dana and Franco Harris had an ongoing romantic relationship, eventually leading them down the path toward marriage and having one son together: Franco Dokmanovich Harris Jr.

Early Life and Career

Dana Dokmanovich was born between 1951 and 1954 in the United States. Before meeting Franco Harris, she worked as an air hostess for some time; not much is known about her personal or professional life because she preferred keeping an unassuming presence and supporting his career pursuits.

Marriage and Family

Dana Dokmanovich met Franco Harris during his days playing for the Pittsburgh Steelers. They began dating and eventually tied the knot – although their exact wedding date remains unknown; nonetheless they remained married for more than 30 years until Franco’s passing away in 1992.

Dana and Franco had one son together: Franco Dokmanovich Harris Jr. He followed in the footsteps of his father by playing football at Penn State University and later running for Mayor in Pittsburgh with 25% support in 2009.

Dana and Franco lived in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania where they participated in charitable and community efforts. Additionally, they owned Eberle Winery in Paso Robles, California.

Husband’s Death

Dana Dokmanovich’s husband, Franco Harris, died during the night on December 21, 2022 and no cause was given in their statement to The Associated Press. It stated he died peacefully at home with loved ones gathered around him.

Franco Harris was one of the greatest running backs in NFL history, playing from 1972-1984 with Pittsburgh Steelers where he earned four Super Bowl victories and nine Pro Bowl selections before retiring with 12,120 yards and 100 touchdowns as their third-leading rusher.

Harris achieved iconic status in sports history for his part in what is widely considered one of the greatest plays ever seen on a field: “The Immaculate Reception”. On December 16, 1972 during an AFC Divisional Playoff matchup between Pittsburgh and Oakland Raiders with 22 seconds left and their opponent trailing by one point, Harris caught Terry Bradshaw’s deflected pass, ran it for a touchdown, giving Pittsburgh a 13-7 victory and cementing it in sports lore forever. This momentous play became widely celebrated – its influence can still be felt today! It remains one of sports history’s greatest moments – an unforgettable scene even now seen rarely on any field today.

Franco Harris was honored with inductions into both the Pro and College Football Halls of Fame. Additionally, he was selected for both NFL 1970s All-Decade Teams as well as their 100th Anniversary All-Time teams.

FAQ: The Ultimate Guide to Your Questions

Q-Who is Dana Dokmanovich?

A-Dana Dokmanovich is Franco Harris’s wife; he was an All-Pro running back for the Pittsburgh Steelers who was later honored as an NFL Hall-of-Famer.

Q: How old is Dana Dokmanovich?

A-As of 2023, Dana Dokmanovich stands between 68 and 71 years of age.

Q- What does Dana Dokmanovich do?

A-Dana Dokmanovich worked as an air hostess prior to meeting Franco Harris. Following their marriage, she transitioned into becoming both a homemaker and philanthropist.

Q: How many children does Dana Dokmanovich have?

A-Dana Dokmanovich and Franco Harris share one son together, Franco Dokmanovich Harris Jr.

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