The wife of Dwayne Haskins has released a statement following his tragic passing.
Early Sunday morning, the Steelers quarterback was hit and killed by a dump truck while walking across I-595 in South Florida.
Kalabrya Haskins released the following statement through Steelers Director of Communications Burt Lauten.
I would like to express my sincerest gratitude to every loving soul who has supported our family during this arduous time of loss. The overwhelming thoughts and prayers have been fuel for our emotions depletion. All of your blessings have been greatly valued and appreciated.
The meaningful touches and impact Dwayne made as a husband, son, brother, teammate and friend is a timeless treasure imbrued in our hearts. I am truly grateful to everyone who has been by our side as we mourn his untimely passing.
Our family implores for your continued prayers, yet continued respectful privacy as we painfully grieve.
My husband was more than a great football player, He had the smile of a rainbow that touched the diversity of so many, He will forever rest and remain in our heats till the end of time. His eternal love will always reside with us, Ohio State, Washington Commanders and Steelers Nation for eternity! LOVE OF MY LIFE, FOREVER …REST IN THE BEAUTIFUL PEACE OF HEAVEN!
We will be holding a celebration of Dwayne’s life on Friday, April 22, at the Allegheny Center Alliance Church in Pittsburgh, Pa. We invited family, friends, teammates, coaches, and those who want to pay their respects to Dwayne to a visitation from 10-11 a.m., which will be followed by a celebration of life service from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
The Allegheny Center Alliance Church is located at 25 East Ohio Street on the North Side.