The people who knew late Chicago Blackhawks Chairman Rocky Wirtz painted a picture of a shrewd but affable businessman during a public memorial service for Wirtz Wednesday at the United Center.
Blackhawks fans pay their respects after a memorial service for Chairman Rocky Wirtz at the United Center on Wednesday, Aug. 9, 2023.
An acoustic guitarist strummed “Rainbow Connection,” “Let It Be” and other solemn songs while standing near a backdrop of flowers forming the Hawks logo and a No. 13 sweater with “DAD” on the nameplate.After the service, Wirtz’s relatives and business associates and Hawks fans lined up in a procession to pay final respects.
Many of those speakers helped paint a picture of who Wirtz was as the franchise’s public face as well as behind the scenes.Chris Chelios speaks during a memorial event to honor the legacy of late Blackhawks Chairman Rocky Wirtz at the United Center on Wednesday, August. 9, 2023. “That’s where they held court,” he said. “And that’s where business was done till late-night hours for sure.”Chelios said Wirtz had a favorite saying that applied to Hawks business or his wine and beer wholesaler, Breakthru Beverage Group.
South Africa Latest News, South Africa Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Private funeral held for Chicago Blackhawks owner Rocky Wirtz, public ceremony WednesdayA private funeral was held for late Chicago Blackhawks owner Rocky Wirtz, with a public ceremony scheduled for Wednesday at the United Center.
Read more »
Fans to say goodbye to Chicago Blackhawks owner Rocky Wirtz at memorialThe late chairman's family is hosting a public memorial at the United Center for fans to pay tribute to Rocky Wirtz, who passed away last month after re-invigorating the Blackhawks franchise and winning three Stanley Cup championships.
Read more »
Photos: Memorial for Chicago Blackhawks owner Rocky WirtzHere are photos from the public memorial for Chicago Blackhawks owner Rocky Wirtz at the United Center on Aug. 9, 2023.
Read more »
Blackhawks faithful remember Rocky Wirtz at United Center ceremonyFamily, friends, and fans gathered at the United Center Wednesday to remember the legacy of Rocky Wirtz, the late chairman of the Blackhawks. Wirtz died last month after a brief illness at 70 years old. Over his 16-year run, he brought the Blackhawks back to relevancy. Starting with winning three Stanley Cups in five years from 2010 to 2015.
Read more »
Thank you, Rocky: Wirtz's life celebrated by Blackhawks family at United Center memorialFormer Chicago Blackhawks owner, Rocky Wirtz, was remembered as a caring and personable man during a one-hour celebration of his life at the United Center. Former players Duncan Keith, Brent Seabrook, Marian Hossa, and Patrick Sharp were among those who attended the public memorial for Wirtz, who passed away at the age of 70 after a brief illness.
Read more »