Lover of the Game

Today I would like to honour and pay tribute to my beloved late cousin Peter Zezel (April 22, 1965 - May 26, 2009). Peter played in the @NHL for 15 seasons, from 1984-1999. Peter would have been 60 years old today. He was a great person who was my childhood hero. Peter had a heart of gold and a fondness for people less fortunate. He was constantly sharing smiles and laughter with family, friends, fans, and even strangers who he would happily sit and talk with for hours like they were old friends. Peter made everyone feel like they were a somebody and that’s because to him they were. Peter loved his fans and always spoke highly of them and made time for them. True success is when your accomplishments match your character and that is what Peter embodied. On top of being an incredible athlete, he was humble, hard working, charitable, and kind. He had class and immense integrity. Please everyone if you could take a moment to share a fond memory you have of Peter, it would be appreciated. Join me in doing a random act of kindness today to celebrate his life and legacy. I will never forget him. Rest in peace Peter. You were loved. 🫶🏻@MapleLeafs @NHLFlyers @Capitals @FlyersAlumni @StLouisBlues @NJDevils @wendelclark17 #StarfishClub @thereal_tiedomi @douggilmour @TorontoMarlies @HockeyHistorian @hockeynight @HockeyCanada @OHLHockey