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U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-12) released the following statement on the passing of Gordie Howe.

“We have lost a true legend. Gordie Howe was a champion whose toughness and sportsmanship on the ice was matched only by his resilience and kindness off of it. Growing up, he was my hero, and as ‘Mr. Hockey’ he inspired generations of young people to pursue the sport he loved. 

“From the time he stepped on the ice to the time he stepped off, Gordie Howe was the most complete player to play the game. During a career that spanned six decades, he spent 25 seasons with the Detroit Red Wings, winning four Stanley Cups and six Hart Trophies, and earned a spot in the Hockey Hall of Fame. When he retired, he held league records in goals and assists, and to this day holds the record for the most games and seasons played, as well as the most games with a single team – 1,687 with the Detroit Red Wings. He was the best of all time.

“Gordie Howe was a cherished friend to John and I, and it was an honor to be with him just a few short weeks ago at the Governor’s Fitness Awards where he was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award. Our love and prayers are with his family. May they know that what he did for the Red Wings, for Detroit, for our state and for hockey will never be forgotten, and the new Gordie Howe International Bridge will be a reminder to two countries of all he stood for. We will always remember #9.”