Canadian hockey fans are mourning the death of the ultimate hockey dad.
Walter Gretzky, who taught the Great One the game and brought fame to their hometown of Brantford has died the age of 82.
Wayne Gretzky announced his father's passing on social media late last night, saying his dad bravely battled Parkinson's disease and other health issues the past few years.
In his younger days, Walter became a name in his own right, appearing with his famous son in commercials from Tim Hortons to Coca-Cola.
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