CINCINNATI — From his days playing ball at Western Hills High School to his record-breaking hit in front of a sold-out crowd at Riverfront Stadium, Cincinnati has thousands of memories with the late Pete Rose.
Rose, a Cincinnati native who spent most of his career with his hometown team, was found dead at his home Monday, Sept. 30. He was 83.
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Now, the Reds legend's family is asking fans to remember "Charlie Hustle" in a public visitation at Great American Ball Park on Nov. 10. Fans can visit the ballpark between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. to say their goodbyes to Major League Baseball's hit king before the family lays him to rest privately. It is a free event.
"We are deeply moved by the overwhelming love and support from the people of Cincinnati, the entire baseball community and the fans across the world as we mourn the loss of our beloved Dad, Grandpa and Brother, Pete Rose. ... We know that bringing 'Charlie Hustle' home to Cincinnati, the city where he was born and where his legendary career began, is the perfect way to honor his love and devotion to the fans," Fawn Rose said in a statement on behalf of the family.
— Cincinnati Reds (@Reds) October 24, 2024
Guests must enter the ballpark through the main gates at Crosley Terrace (Gate A) and follow lines to the visitation area, which overlooks the field from the main concourse. Guests will exit the ballpark via Gate B. Photography and video recording will not be allowed inside the visitation area.
Anyone wishing to bring flowers, memorabilia or other memontos are asked to leave them at the Pete Rose statue on Crosley Terrace.
The Reds Hall of Fame will have free admission on Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Reds, the family said, will also celebrate Rose's life next season with a special "Pete Rose Day" on Wednesday, May 14. WCPO will provide more information about that tribute as the date nears.
