Atlanta Mayor Issues Statement On Passing Of Henry "Hank" Aaron

Atlanta GA

22 January, 2021

5:25 PM

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From the City of Atlanta: January 22, 2021 Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms issued the following statement. "Derek, our family and I join the nation in sending heartfelt condolences to Mrs. Billye Aaron, the beautiful wife of Henry "Hank" Aaron for nearly 50 years, and the entire family. This is a considerable loss for the entire city of Atlanta. While the world knew him as 'Hammering Hank Aaron' because of his incredible, record-setting baseball career, he was a cornerstone of our village, graciously and freely joining Mrs. Aaron in giving their presence and resources toward making our city a better place. As an adopted son of Atlanta, Mr. Aaron was part of the fabric that helped place Atlanta on the world stage. Our gratitude, thoughts and prayers are with the Aaron family." This press release was produced by the City of Atlanta. The views expressed are the author's own.