Owner Of NHL Blackhawks Rocky Wirtz Dies Due To Brief Illness
Fans are praying for the NHL Chicago owner Rocky Wirtz who died at the age of 70.
Chairman of Blackhawks Rocky Wirtz died after a brief illness in hospital on Tuesday. The Chicago Blackhawks were devasted by the news and released the official statement through the CEO and son of Rocky, Danny Wirtz.
The statement read, “Our hearts are very heavy today. Our dad was a passionate businessman committed to making Chicago a great place to live, work, and visit, but his true love was for his family and close friends. “
Danny Wrirtz described his late father and Chairman of the NHL team as a loving family man and his presence will always be missed.
He said, “He was a loving father, a devoted husband to Marilyn, a brother, a nephew, an uncle, and a doting grandfather to his six remarkable grandchildren. His passing leaves a huge hole in the hearts of many and we will miss him terribly.”
A statement from Danny Wirtz, Blackhawks CEO and son of Rocky Wirtz. pic.twitter.com/6klkrpc0NV
— Chicago Blackhawks (@NHLBlackhawks) July 26, 2023
Rocky Wirtz who took over the Chicago Blackhawks after his father died in 2007, was a fifth owner of the franchise. Unlike his father Bill, people loved Rocky Wirtz, and the whole stadium cheers his name after he became the owner. Rocky did nothing but improve and helped the Hawks to make it one of the most prominent NHL teams in history by winning three Stanley Cups and selling out the United Center year after year.
Prayers are pouring from everywhere for the Wirtz family and friends. Rocky Wirtz’s fans took over Twitter and shared their condolences.
One fan wrote, “RIP. Thanks for turning the Hawks around in my lifetime.”
Richard Joseph shared a photo with Rocky and wrote, “Rocky was an amazing man!!! Always friendly and gracious whenever I saw him!! RIP Rocky!! Thank you for saving the team and making us winners again.”
Another fan remembers him for bringing back Blackhawks to the life, “R.I.P. Rocky Wirtz and Thank You for Bringing The Blackhawks into the 21st Century.”
One fan said, “Your dad changed the way Blackhawks hockey was viewed more millions of fans who couldn’t make it to the games. I will be forever grateful for him bringing me closer to the game I love.”
May legend Rocky Wirtz rest in peace.
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