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Lou Holtz, the national title-winning college football coach who famously led Notre Dame in the 1980s and 1990s, has passed away at 89 in Orlando, Florida.

A cause of death has not been revealed, but Holtz had recently been placed into hospice care. He was preceded in death by his wife of more than 50 years, Beth, and survived by his four children, nine grandchildren, and great grandchildren.

He will be best remembered for rebuilding a historic Notre Dame football program and turning the Fighting Irish into a perennial title contender. Holtz also became a symbol of success for catholic sports fans across the country, many of whom rooted for Notre Dame regardless of how far they may have lived from the South Bend, Indiana campus.

The West Virginia native 'rose from humble beginnings to become one of the most respected figures in college athletics,' read a statement from his family.

'Holtz is remembered for his enduring values of faith, family, service, and an unwavering belief in the potential of others,' the statement continued.

'His influence extended far beyond the football field through the Holtz Charitable Foundation and the many players, colleagues, and communities shaped by his leadership.'

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Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Rondale Moore has been declared dead in Indiana.

The 25-year-old New Albany, Indiana resident was found in his garage with what is believed to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound, New Albany police chief Todd Bailey said in a statement.

'The New Albany Police Department is conducting a death investigation at 1611 Ekin Av in New Albany,' read the statement. 'Rondale Moore (age 25) was found deceased in the garage of the property of a suspected self-inflicted gunshot wound.

'The New Albany Police Department is currently conducting an investigation into the incident. Due to the ongoing nature of the investigation no additional information will be released at this time.'

The Floyd County Coroner said an autopsy has been scheduled.

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