CHIPPEWA COUNTY, Wis. (WEAU) - A Chippewa County man is using his backyard to pay tribute to a sports broadcasting legend.

Prior to their home opener against the Kansas City Royals on March 31, the Brewers held a moment of silence to honor Uecker. They have not yet had a celebration of life for the legendary broadcaster.

The Milwaukee Brewers will honor the late Bob Uecker with a special Celebration of Life event on Aug. 24. Uecker, who served as the voice of the Brewers for 54 years, passed away in January.

“As we continue to navigate the loss of Bob, we’re truly grateful to the Brewers for hosting this Celebration of Life,” son and family representative Bob Uecker Jr. said in a statement.

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“As we continue to navigate the loss of Bob, we’re truly grateful to the Brewers for hosting this Celebration of Life,” son and family representative Bob Uecker Jr. said in a statement.

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- The Milwaukee Brewers will honor the late longtime broadcaster Bob Uecker with a public celebration during their home game against the San Francisco Giants on Sunday, Aug. 24.

Bob Uecker ‘Celebration of Life’ at Am Fam The Milwaukee Brewers will honor the life and legacy of Bob Uecker with a public event on Aug. 24 at American Family Field.

“As we continue to navigate the loss of Bob, we’re truly grateful to the Brewers for hosting this Celebration of Life,” son and family representative Bob Uecker Jr. said in a statement. “We look ...

The Milwaukee Brewers will host an official "Celebration of Life" tribute to Bob Uecker on Sunday, Aug. 24 as the Brewers face the San Francisco Giants at 1:10 p.m.