Last week, Wisconsinites and sports fans the world over were deeply saddened to hear news of the passing of legendary broadcaster Bob Uecker. Over the past half century, Uecker elevated himself from just another former baseball player to a household name and legendary personality. Personally, I was shocked to find out I could be so affected by the death of a 90-year-old man I never met, but seeing all the tributes to Uecker moved me deeply.