Sheriff Earnell R. Lucas Statement on the Passing of Major League Baseball Hall of Famer Henry “Hank” Aaron
(Milwaukee, WI January 22, 2021) Sheriff Earnell R. Lucas issued the following statement on the passing of Major League Baseball Hall of Famer Henry “Hank” Aaron:
“I am deeply saddened by the passing of Major League Baseball great Henry “Hank” Aaron. Starting as a humble young boy from Mobile, AL, Hank rose to become a giant on the baseball field and legend in the hearts and minds of those who knew the many passions and pursuits of this great man. Hank learned to play the game of baseball on the sandlots in his hometown, which was also home to other Major League greats including Satchel Paige, Billy Williams, Ozzie Smith and Willie McCovey.
I had the privilege of spending many hours with this genteel man and admire him for his grace and dignity. He will always be remembered for the humanity he showed in some of the darkest times for our country and the integrity with which he always comported himself. He leaves a legacy for young boys and girls all over the world of overcoming life’s most difficult challenges to achieve their goals and dreams. I send my sincerest condolences to his wife Billye, his family, friends and loved ones and his dear friend former Major League Baseball Commissioner Allan H. (Bud) Selig. Legions of people all over the world mourn the passing of this great man who will forever live in our hearts.”