Seems like no one can stop the wheel of time! Most recently, the baseball world faced the loss of a legend, Roger Craig. And now, last night, the baseball world suffered the loss of yet another icon. Daniel C Ulmer, a man who revolutionized baseball in Louisville, breathed his last at Masonic Home.?Although Ulmer was known for many things in his life, the thing that he’ll forever be known for would be of bringing Triple-A baseball back to Louisville in 1982. His efforts bore fruit when the team, Louisville Bats, a minor league team of the MLB franchise Cincinnati Reds, led to the renaissance of minor league baseball across the country.
Dan lived a full life of 90 years. And in these years, he never let a moment go by without giving back to the community. The passing of an icon as amazing as Dan has saddened the entire baseball community.
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Not only did Ulmer bring Triple-A back to Louisville, but he also served as the owner of the team for many years. However, this was just another of the many accomplishments of his life as he went on to serve as a board member of the University of Louisville.
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Especially supportive of catholic education, Dan Ulmer was always full of iconic stories from his time served in the navy, then the banking sector for a good part of his life, and of his retired life as well.
Our thoughts are with the friends & family of Dan Ulmer, a loyal UofL Athletics supporter, the namesake of our @LouisvilleSB stadium, and a devoted member of our university and city communities. pic.twitter.com/GN5jq4ah2t
— Louisville Athletics (@GoCards) June 9, 2023
Dan might have bid farewell to the earthly world for his heavenly abode, but the revolutionary icon will remain alive by his wife, three kids, five grandkids, and the entire baseball community.
A gem of a person began his new journey!
Dan dedicated his life to bringing change to the baseball community while contributing to as many charities as possible. A fun-loving man who had countless accolades to his name for his achievements began his journey to heaven after changing the lives of innumerable people in his life.?
Have a look at how the baseball community is mourning the passing away of their icon:
The Louisville Bats are deeply saddened by the loss of Dan Ulmer.
Dan was essential in bringing Triple-A baseball to Louisville in 1982 and served as team owner for 30+ years.
Expressions of sympathy can be made to the Catholic Education Foundation or a charity of your choice. pic.twitter.com/f25Z6Lj96i
— Louisville Bats (@LouisvilleBats) June 9, 2023
Throughout his life, he donated to countless charities around town. Dan Ulmer passed along to his children and grandchildren the importance of giving back to the community. https://t.co/ctlWfZNCML
— WAVE (@wave3news) June 9, 2023
I knew him well. Very dedicated to the university and Louisville community.
— Real John Bowman (@johnbowman50) June 9, 2023
I actually had a small connection to Dan Ulmer: One of my childhood friends (Todd Larkin) was a nephew of Dan Ulmer. Todd & I went to ALOT of #Redbirds games. The Ulmer's had 2nd row seats behind home plate & I even got to meet Stan Musial! For all that, THANK YOU! 🟥🐦⬛ https://t.co/1Lvpa39Tkf
— DanO5️⃣0️⃣2️⃣🇵🇱♋⚜️✌🏼2️⃣1️⃣6️⃣ (@drobryan68) June 10, 2023
If you weren't in Louisville in the 80s and 90s you wouldn't know how big a deal the Redbirds were, especially to young boys who loved baseball. https://t.co/dPKond2lfk
— Robert Kahne (@rkahne) June 9, 2023
Our condolences. https://t.co/2tft2596s0
— Louisville Sports Live (@LvilleSprtsLive) June 9, 2023
While sending condolences to Ulmer’s family, people are also sharing their memories of Dan, which left an impact on their lives.?
In this tough time, we urge you all to pray for the Ulmer family!
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