Jordan Marquez Obituary, Death – Northern Colorado Football Community Mourns Coach and Former Player
The Northern Colorado football community is mourning the unexpected passing of Jordan Marquez, a coach and former player remembered for the enthusiasm, encouragement, and positive energy he brought to the athletes and people around him.
According to a tribute shared by Northern Colorado Nightmare Football, Marquez died on Wednesday, September 23. The organization described his death as devastating and said his absence has created a significant loss within its football family.
Marquez had been serving as a defensive backs coach with Northern Colorado Nightmare Football and spent one season with the organization. During that season, his defensive unit doubled its turnovers compared with the previous year, contributing to a successful campaign that ended with the team winning a trophy.
Jordan Marquez Remembered as a Dedicated Coach
Marquez’s connection to football extended beyond coaching. As a former player in the league, he brought his own experience on the field into his work with younger and developing athletes.
Those who remembered him spoke of his passion for the sport and his ability to encourage others. He celebrated the accomplishments of his players, supported their progress, and pushed them to continue developing both as athletes and as people.
His influence was not limited to what happened during practices and games. For many within the football community, Marquez became part of an extended family, known for his enthusiasm, laughter, encouragement, and willingness to support those around him.
Tributes Across the Football Community
Members of the North Metro Flag Football League also paid tribute following Marquez’s death, remembering his love for football, talent, humor, and positive outlook.
The league announced that a portion of the proceeds from its fall tournament would be donated to Marquez’s family, while additional contributions were also welcomed.
Public information associated with Marquez listed Arvada, Colorado, as his hometown and current city. He attended Arvada West High School and studied at the University of Colorado Boulder. His public profile also identified him as an assistant head coach with the Denver Bandits, a role he began in 2024.
As tributes continue to emerge, Marquez is being remembered for the relationships he built throughout his involvement in football and for the encouragement he gave to athletes and fellow coaches.
His unexpected death has left family members, friends, former teammates, coaches, players, and others across the football community grieving someone whose presence had become meaningful to many.