Ed Kelce Mourns Late Partner Maureen Maguire’s Passing, Celebrates Her Joyful Life
Maureen Maguire, the longtime partner of football dad Ed Kelce, died peacefully on Saturday at age 74.
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Ed Kelce, the proud father of NFL stars Travis and Jason Kelce, announced the news on his personal Facebook page, where he honored Maguire as a devoted mother with impeccable taste and a passion for life that lit up every room she entered.
The obituary shared on Facebook and reported by TMZ details how Maguire embraced football later in her life, evolving from a casual spectator into a diehard fan who never missed a chance to cheer on her stepsons from the stands. She became a familiar face at games, often spotted sporting team colors and rallying fellow fans with her infectious energy.
Fans scrolling through family photo albums have spotted Maguire in candid snapshots alongside both Kelce brothers at postgame celebrations. One image from a road trip to Kansas City shows her sporting a custom jersey and raising a toast with the team cheerleaders.
Beyond the gridiron, Maguire and Ed spent countless weekends on the road chasing live music and spontaneous adventures. They planned last-minute trips across the country, always with Maguire’s loyal dog Butch along for the ride. Friends and family remember her as someone who believed every day held a new possibility—whether that meant discovering a hidden jam band or sampling street tacos at a roadside stand.
Friends recall impromptu porch concerts at Ed’s childhood home, where Maguire would join local musicians for late-night jams under string lights. She embraced every note with a smile, blending a love for grassroots artists with a newfound obsession for tight end touchdowns.
In a February conversation with the L.A. Times, Ed recounted a playful interaction between Maguire and pop sensation Taylor Swift. During an early photo op where Swift posed beside Ed, Maguire quipped “Hey, that’s my boyfriend”, instantly breaking the ice and reportedly leaving Swift laughing and more at ease.
Maguire’s legacy extends beyond football fandom and concert tours. She was a mother to three, grandmother to six, and sister to two, roles she cherished most of all. The obituary noted that her family will gather in Pennsylvania this week for a private service to celebrate her life and bid her farewell.
Her role extended into the Kelce brothers’ charity work as well. Maguire was a regular volunteer at youth football clinics and community food drives, hustling alongside Travis’s foundation to pack care packages for underprivileged families each holiday season.
Condolences have poured in from teammates of Travis and Jason Kelce, as well as fans who recall Maguire’s warm presence at tailgates and charitable events. While the Kelce brothers have yet to issue formal statements, insiders say the entire family is leaning on one another and on the memories of Maguire’s radiant spirit to navigate this difficult moment.
Social media has been abuzz with fan tributes too. Under trending hashtags like #RememberingMaureen, admirers share stories of her kindness—from passing out warm blankets during chilly game nights to sneaking fresh-baked cookies into team lockers.
Ed’s Facebook post included a photo of the couple at a concert last summer, arms wrapped around each other as they danced to a favorite band. In that single frame, fans saw the playful spark that defined their partnership—a mutual love for adventure and a willingness to try anything once.
Details on plans to honor Maguire’s memory during the Kelces’ next home game are still emerging. Some expect a moment of silence before kickoff, while others hope for a tribute video highlighting her life off the field. Either way, her presence will be felt wherever jerseys bear the number of her famous stepsons.
With NFL games on the horizon, eyes will be on how the league and the Kelce clan choose to honor Maguire’s memory. Potential moments of silence, helmet decals, or a dedicated cheer in her name could all be in the cards as a tribute to a woman who found love in the stands and on the open road.
For now, the community holds its breath, ready to celebrate Maureen Maguire’s life in true Kelce style: loud, heartfelt, and always with a side of laughter.
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Sources: Celebrity Storm and TMZ, L.A. Times, Ed Kelce’s Facebook
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