Boehner reacts to Nuxhall death

Rep. John Boehner, a West Chester Republican, had this to say today about the death of Cincinnati Reds legend and Butler County native Joe Nuxhall:

“Joe Nuxhall personified Cincinnati Reds baseball for six decades. He was an icon to generations of Southwest Ohioans, and to millions of baseball fans and families throughout Reds Country. He was also one of Butler County’s most distinguished citizens – a humble, good-natured man who never lost touch with his roots and always had time to lend a helping hand in the community he loved.

“Summer nights in Cincinnati will never be the same again without the voice of the Ol’ Left Hander crackling over the airwaves. To millions, even those who never met Joe in person, his voice was the voice of a good friend. Our community has lost one of its most beloved citizens. He will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with Joe's wife, sons, and all of his family and friends.”