Cowboys Replace Memorabilia Collection of Robbery Victim

blowoutcards · 07-20-2009, 07:58 AM

Cowboys Replace Memorabilia Collection of Robbery Victim

There are so many stories that focus on the selfish and aloof natures of today's modern athletes that it's always refreshing to hear some more positive tales. Dallas Cowboys linebacker Bradie James deserves just such recognition for his part in aiding a Cowboys fan whose collection was recently stolen by thieves.

Butch Franklin, a 53-year old mentally disabled fan, took great pride in his array of autographed items, including a poster signed by Dallas quarterback Tony Romo. Three weeks after his apartment was broken into and cleared out, James heard the story and decided to do something about it.

Among the items that James delivered to Franklin were an autographed mini-helmet, football and jersey, plus one of his own #56 jerseys.

"That's crazy (the robbery) but things happen and when things happen we have to step up and do something positive." James told Dallas TV station KDAF. "You know you're doing something that can make an impact in someones life positively, it's part of living your purpose.

"It takes a long time to get a lot of memorabilia that he stored up so I just wanted to contribute and add on to his new collection." James said.

Not to be outdone by the defense, the Cowboys offense also contributed to the cause with a unique collectible. Linemen Cory Proctor, Leonard Davis and Mark Columbo all signed a seat from recently retired Texas Stadium that was personally delivered to Franklin by Proctor.

Highcheese4U · 07-20-2009, 04:30 PM

I guess this turned out great for Franklin after all-glad it did! Nice story with a happy ending! Kudos to the Cowboys!!

u_want_my_cards · 07-20-2009, 08:00 PM

Wow thats amazing, hopefully tony romo comes over his place

ND3 · 07-20-2009, 08:06 PM

Glad to see the Cowboy Organization (specifically James) did the right thing. For a few minutes of their time signing the seat and other memorabilia Butch Franklin's world has changed for the better.

iluvfish2 · 07-20-2009, 08:21 PM

Humm...look familar?

Memorabilia stolen from mentally disabled

07-20-2009, 07:58 AM	#1 (permalink)
blowoutcards Administrator Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 7,509 blowoutcards	Cowboys Replace Memorabilia Collection of Robbery Victim Cowboys Replace Memorabilia Collection of Robbery Victim There are so many stories that focus on the selfish and aloof natures of today's modern athletes that it's always refreshing to hear some more positive tales. Dallas Cowboys linebacker Bradie James deserves just such recognition for his part in aiding a Cowboys fan whose collection was recently stolen by thieves. Butch Franklin, a 53-year old mentally disabled fan, took great pride in his array of autographed items, including a poster signed by Dallas quarterback Tony Romo. Three weeks after his apartment was broken into and cleared out, James heard the story and decided to do something about it. Among the items that James delivered to Franklin were an autographed mini-helmet, football and jersey, plus one of his own #56 jerseys. "That's crazy (the robbery) but things happen and when things happen we have to step up and do something positive." James told Dallas TV station KDAF. "You know you're doing something that can make an impact in someones life positively, it's part of living your purpose. "It takes a long time to get a lot of memorabilia that he stored up so I just wanted to contribute and add on to his new collection." James said. Not to be outdone by the defense, the Cowboys offense also contributed to the cause with a unique collectible. Linemen Cory Proctor, Leonard Davis and Mark Columbo all signed a seat from recently retired Texas Stadium that was personally delivered to Franklin by Proctor. __________________ Shop for Sports Cards and Trading Cards

07-20-2009, 04:30 PM	#2 (permalink)
Highcheese4U Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Posts: 2,750 shayne_man	I guess this turned out great for Franklin after all-glad it did! Nice story with a happy ending! Kudos to the Cowboys!! __________________ GO Miami Dolphins & Pittsburgh Steelers!!! GO YANKEES & PIRATES! Currently Trading for: Bobby ABREU, Don MATTINGLY, Greg SALAS, Kila KA'AIHUE, Kolten WONG, Greg GARCIA, Vinnie CATRICALA

07-20-2009, 08:06 PM	#4 (permalink)
ND3 Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: In a Hospital Near You! Posts: 10,987 Floridaguy72 nd3	Glad to see the Cowboy Organization (specifically James) did the right thing. For a few minutes of their time signing the seat and other memorabilia Butch Franklin's world has changed for the better. __________________ *Maybe if I stick your head through that window over there you'll get unconfused. Give me the feckkin money. -- Nicky Santoro* http:/www.photobucket.com/nd3

07-20-2009, 08:21 PM	#5 (permalink)
iluvfish2 Moderator Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Lansing, Michigan Posts: 19,762 iluvfish2 iluvfish2	Humm...look familar? Memorabilia stolen from mentally disabled __________________ Blowouts Resident Wade Boggs Super Collector

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07-20-2009, 08:00 PM	#3 (permalink)
u_want_my_cards Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Stephen Hill Island Posts: 6,100	Wow thats amazing, hopefully tony romo comes over his place