A photo of Joseph David Coomer - Famous NFL football player who played with Pittsburgh 1941 (He served in the army from 1942-1945). When he was released from the army he returned to Pittsburgh 1945-1946.
He went to play for the Chicago Cardinals 1947-1948. He helped Chicago win their Championship in 1948.
He was raised by his grandfather William Lamm
Son of: William and Carrier Lamm Coomer
Sept. 11, 1917-Oct. 1979
Joseph David Coomer was born on September 11, 1917, and died at age 62 years old in October 1979. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Joseph David Coomer.
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