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Story summary
- Jeffrey “Duke” Roufus, legendary MMA coach, died October 17, 2025, in Milwaukee.
- The Milwaukee County Medical Examiner ruled his death natural, attributing it to hypertensive and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease.
- Obesity and congestive heart failure were listed as contributing factors.
- He was found dead in his bed after failing to pick up his daughter from school.
- Roufus trained multiple champions, including Anthony Pettis, who expressed gratitude for his mentorship.
