Are there others here that remember Wally Hilgenberg?

I was saddened today to read that Wally Hilgenberg, #58 for the Minnesota Vikings back in the glory days of the 70's had died. I knew he had ALS but who knew he would be gone so quickly. He was a great guy, always had time for a kid looking for an autograph. His smile was infectious and he was our son's favorite Viking. Sad day.