In the wake of the sudden passing of former Red Sox knuckleballer Tim Wakefield, his widow, Stacy Wakefield, has discovered a heartfelt message that he had written before his untimely departure. This message, shared with the world, offers valuable insights about mentorship, success, and the responsibility we all bear.
Tim Wakefield’s death took the sports world by surprise, especially as it came shortly after his former teammate, Curt Schilling, revealed Wakefield’s brain cancer diagnosis against his wishes. Not long after this revelation, Wakefield passed away. NHL legend and former Boston Bruins defenseman Bobby Orr shared the message that Stacy found among Wakefield’s belongings.
“Never forget where you came from.
Be a mentor to others.
You didn’t get to where you are today by yourself and no matter what status you accomplish in life, you should assume the responsibility to help those who are less fortunate than you.
I’ve been involved with different charities my whole career and I can tell you that I’ve received much more than I’ve given.
I’ve also learned that it doesn’t matter how much money you’ve made, how big your house is or what kind of car you drive. What matters most is: did you make a difference in someone else’s life?”
Tim Wakefield’s wife Stacy shared a few of Tim’s own words she found written down this past weekend.
Tim Wakefield was an amazing man. This world would be a better place if we all lived our lives like he did. Rest in peace my friend. pic.twitter.com/jhlNCNhdE0
— Real Bobby Orr (@RealBobbyOrr) October 24, 2023
Tim Wakefield’s passing at the age of 57, with most of the world unaware of his battle with cancer, served as a poignant reminder of our mortality. For many baseball fans, he was celebrated for his mastery of the knuckleball and his crucial role in breaking Boston’s ‘curse,’ bringing a World Series championship back to the city.
