From one legend to another.
Kind words and memories continue to pour in for Gordie Howe a day after his passing at the age of 88.
The latest such honor comes from one of golf's all-time greats, as Jack Nicklaus recalled his memories of time spent with Mr. Hockey.
We lost a true great in Gordie Howe. I had the fortunate pleasure to be with Gordie on a number of occasions... pic.twitter.com/9KKknnXMDA
— Jack Nicklaus (@jacknicklaus) June 11, 2016
and with each opportunity, I found him to be a tremendously nice man. We couldn’t help but always have a good time together...
— Jack Nicklaus (@jacknicklaus) June 11, 2016
Few athletes are acknowledged as the greatest of their sport; Gordie Howe was and always will be...
— Jack Nicklaus (@jacknicklaus) June 11, 2016
They called him Mr. Hockey. I simply call him a legend!
— Jack Nicklaus (@jacknicklaus) June 11, 2016
Howe's funeral will take place on Wednesday in Detroit.
