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Gordie Howe's ashes laid to rest beneath Saskatoon statue

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Gordie Howe is home.

The hockey legend's ashes were laid to rest at the base of a statue erected in his honor outside the SaskTel Centre - home of the WHL's Blades - on Sunday.

It was Howe's dying wish to have his ashes, along with wife Colleen's, in his hometown.

The ceremony was attended by the entire Howe family.

Sunday was dubbed 'Thank You Mr. Hockey Day' and also included a visit to Howe's childhood home and school, followed by a a special pregame ceremony at the Blades' home opener.

Howe passed away on June 10 at age 88.

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