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(WMC-TV) – The University of Memphis Tigers are mourning the death of lifelong fan. David Toombs has passed away.

In a letter from the Memphis Rebounders Club, Big Dave, as he was called, will be remembered as one of the all time great Tiger Fans.

He was a perpetual student who sat in the student section for more than 20 years, leading the crowds in chants against the visiting team.

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