Senators assistant coach sadly passes away at 56 after ongoing battle with ALS
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Tragic news strikes the hockey community as the Ottawa Senators have announced the passing of a member of their coaching staff.
In a recent social media post made by the Ottawa Senators, they announced the passing of assistant coach Bob Jones has sadly passed away at 56-years old following a courageous battle with ALS.
We are saddened to learn of the passing of former Assistant Coach Bob Jones after his battle with ALS.
Our condolences to his wife Paige, children Blake and Brianna as well as all those he influenced across his nearly 30 year coaching career.
Our condolences to his wife Paige, children Blake and Brianna as well as all those he influenced across his nearly 30 year coaching career.
The Senators owner Michael Andlauer released a statement expressing his condolences following the news of Jones passing:
"The thoughts of the entire Senators organization are with Bob's loved ones and we extend our deepest condolences to his family," said Senators owner Michael Andlauer. "For our current players and staff who had the privilege of working with Bob, his loss is one of immense sadness. Bob will be fondly remembered for his genuine zest for life and his unwavering commitment to continually improving individual players and each hockey organization for which he worked."
Jones returned to Canada and was named an assistant coach with the Ottawa Senators ahead of the 2019-20 season, and has been part of the organization since his passing.
The thoughts and condolences of everyone here at NY Rangers Insider are with the Jones family and friends during this difficult time.
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