DENVER, Dec. 20 (UPI) -- Denver resident Tim McKernan, known as "Barrel Man" to Denver Broncos fans, died at the age of 69 at his home, his family said.
The Denver Post said Sunday that family and friends of McKernan's gathered Saturday at the Greek theater in Civic Center to remember the Broncos fan who donned an orange barrel for the NFL team's home games.
"He would have been very excited seeing fans from many teams showing up and those who just love football," McKernan's son, Todd, said of those gathered to remember his father. "I'm sure he's looking down on us and smiling."
In addition to fans of the Oakland Raiders, Kansas City Chiefs and the Indianapolis Colts, a number of McKernan's fellow Broncos fans were on hand to speak of his dedication to the NFL team.
"Tim was classy. He exemplified the ultimate Bronco fan," said Judy Renner, also known as "Bronco Mama" to Broncos fans.
Among the reported survivors of McKernan, who died Dec. 5 of incurable lung disease, are his wife, Becky; his son, Todd; his daughter, Melissa Maurer; and his brother, Dean.
