Thursday, September 27, 2007
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Governor's statement on the passing of Chicago Blackhawks owner Bill Wirtz          Send a link to a friend

[September 27, 2007]  CHICAGO -- The following statement from Gov. Rod R. Blagojevich was released Wednesday:

"Illinois has lost a true sports and business icon. The legacy of Bill Wirtz will live on through the numerous businesses he built, charities he funded and the thousands of Illinois residents he employed. Patti and I wish to extend our sympathies to the entire Wirtz family. They remain in our thoughts and prayers."

[Text from file received from the Illinois Office of Communication and Information]

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