Condolences from all corners of the hockey world flooded Twitter Thursday as fans, friends and teams learned of Jean-Paul Parise’s death.
A husband, father and grandfather, Parise passed away peacefully at home Wednesday night after a battle with lung cancer. His family, including NHLer son Zach, was by his side.
Parise, an NHLer of 890 games and a member of Team Canada during the 1972 Summit Series, was 73 years old.
He will be missed.
Not many people seemingly have all the right things to say, but JP Parise was one of them. He was infinitely wise as he was kind. I will…
— Kyle Okposo (@bookerT2116) January 8, 2015
miss his wise cracks and his advice. To someone who had such a huge impact on me as a person, au revoir. May you rest in peace. #JPParise
— Kyle Okposo (@bookerT2116) January 8, 2015
Our Thoughts and prayers go out to Zach Parise and his family on the passing of J.P. All our best.
— Mike Modano (@9modano) January 8, 2015
My thoughts and prayers go out to Zach Parise and his family/friends. R.I.P. Mr. Parise!
— Jason Zucker (@Jason_Zucker16) January 8, 2015
Thoughts and prayers to the Parise family. JP was such a tremendous person.
— Erik Johnson (@6ErikJohnson) January 8, 2015
JP Parise passed away last night at age of 73. Thoughts and prayers to a tight family from the Walz family.
— Wes Walz (@walz3737) January 8, 2015
Statement from the Parise family: http://t.co/oS9b8DmnSZ #mnwild pic.twitter.com/DNAtqmsEfl
— Minnesota Wild (@mnwild) January 8, 2015
Suter: It's a terrible thing to happen to a good person. As a team we feel for Zach. He was a good person & it's too bad he's gone. #mnwild
— Minnesota Wild (@mnwild) January 8, 2015
My dad still refers to Zach as “J.P. Parise’s kid."
— Sean Gentille (@seangentille) January 8, 2015
RIP to the original JPP. J.P. Parise's OT goal, my first hockey memory: http://t.co/BW7naH7xeB
— Peter Botte (@PeterBotte) January 8, 2015
Rest In peace to a hockey legend. Thoughts and prayers with the Parise family #JPParise pic.twitter.com/IJwqs1o3YU
— Madi (@madisau91) January 8, 2015
Did not realize that the end was so near. RIP Jean-Paul Parise. A true warrior till the end. 1972 series' stalwart. pic.twitter.com/CVzbd48cz6
— Szymon Szemberg (@Sz1909_Szemberg) January 8, 2015
Zach Parise visiting w/ father J.P. Parise @ Shattuck-St. Mary's 2003. Thoughts w/ Parise Family. #RIPJeep pic.twitter.com/EKj6g1hhw6
— Carlos Gonzalez (@CarlosGphoto) January 8, 2015
Iconic Parise moment from 1972 Summit Series, Game 8
The #Isles are saddened to hear that JP Parise has passed away. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Parise family. pic.twitter.com/WFVFNsduCS
— New York Islanders (@NYIslanders) January 8, 2015
Condolences to the Parise family. J.P. played 588 games w/North Stars and was a member of the inaugural team in 1967. pic.twitter.com/5Wj9ppWKF9
— Dallas Stars (@DallasStars) January 8, 2015
RIP Jean Paul Parise
Column: Before Goring, there was Parise. His (and my) life and times with the Islanders. RIP, Jeep. http://t.co/IOTNo6Shbf via @nypost
— Larry Brooks (@NYP_Brooksie) January 8, 2015
RIP JP Parise. Thank you for the help, wise words, and positivity in my life before Shattuck, at Shattuck, and beyond. You will be missed.
— Samuel Löfquist (@SLofquist) January 8, 2015
It brings a laugh & smile to my face remembering J.P. Parise telling me "Winning is EASY with J.P. PARISE (PAH-RI-ZEE)" in his french accent
— Ben Hankinson (@benhankinson) January 8, 2015
We mourn the loss of our beloved friend and coach, Jean-Paul Parisé. Our prayers go out to the entire Parisé family. pic.twitter.com/8NjG4N1Pnu
— Shattuck-St. Mary's (@shattuckstmarys) January 8, 2015
Thoughts and prayers go out to the Parise family during this tough time. #RIPJP
— Michael St. Croix (@stixy18) January 8, 2015
RIP JP Parise. Great hockey man who developed countless college players, including sons Zach and Jordan. Thoughts with the Parise family.
— College Hockey, Inc. (@collegehockey) January 8, 2015
J.P. touched all families who found their way to Faribault…both he and Donna where always there for any child and parent…RIP J.P.
— Oren Koules (@OrenKoules) January 8, 2015
Our hearts and thoughts are with the Parise family today during this difficult time.
— Florida Panthers (@FlaPanthers) January 8, 2015
RIP J.P. Parise. Fine NHLer. Knew how to work & how to chatter. Played hard and w/humility. Leaves a fine and worthy legacy in @Zach11Parise
— Kostya Kennedy (@KostyaKennedy) January 8, 2015
Thinking of the Parise family after the loss of JP Parise–A man who always gave back and truly loved the game pic.twitter.com/P75TUBiuJ9
— GONGSHOW® (@GongshowGear) January 8, 2015
Thoughts and prayers to the Parise family. Doesn't matter your age, losing your dad sucks.
— Paul McCann (@PredPAPaul) January 8, 2015
