Dale the Donkey Dead at 52
A Denver man who served as the Bronco’s mascot before his death last month in a lawn mowing accident is being remembered at INVESCO Field this weekend. A celebration of the life of John Davies, who would have been entering his 32nd season as “Dale the Donkey”, is scheduled Sunday before the game against the Browns. Davies died three days after being hit by a drunk lawn mower operator at a park near his Colorado home. He was 52 years old. Friends and other people who knew Davies well during his time with the Broncos are expected to offer their support to his family, who will be in attendance on Sunday. “He was an ass, but he was our ass, and we are proud to have known him,” said one season ticket holder. A benefit concert will be scheduled later this year to honor Davies and raise money for the D.A.D.M. (Donkeys Against Drunk Mowing). The show will feature NFL players, and well as a laser light show.
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