Private funeral held for Chicago Blackhawks owner Rocky Wirtz, public ceremony Wednesday

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Loved ones said their final goodbyes Tuesday to Chicago Blackhawks owner Rocky Wirtz.

A private funeral was held Tuesday afternoon at Fourth Presbyterian Church.

Wirtz passed away last month after a brief illness.

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The 70-year-old was credited with re-invigorating the franchise, which won three Stanley Cups while he was the owner.

A public memorial is scheduled to take place Wednesday morning at the United Center.

Fans are asked to enter through the south gates, which open at 9:30am. The program is set to start at 11 a.m.

The event will also be livestreamed on the Blackhawks' website.