Penn State’s 2012 Offseason, in Pictures
By Tim Tolley
A Fallen Icon
On the morning of January 23rd, Joe Paterno passed away from lung cancer complications.
Jan 22, 2012; State College, PA, USA; A detailed view of candles at the statue of Joe Paterno former head coach of the Penn State Nittany Lions outside Beaver Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Weber-US PRESSWIRE
People travel from all over the region to visit the statue, which serves as a shrine for the long-time coach.
Jan 22, 2012; State College, PA, USA; Community members pay their respects as they visit the statue of Penn State Nittany Lions former head coach Joe Paterno outside of Beaver Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Weber-US PRESSWIRE