Father of Yukon Rush Goalie Rhett Stoffiday passes away at 53.

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Father of Yukon Rush Goalie Rhett Stoffiday passes away at 53.

 

 

Las Vegas, Nevada—Lincoln “Link” Stoffiday, Goalie of the Las Vegas Wranglers from 2000-2004, has passed away. He was 53. He is the father of starting Goaltender Rhett Stoffiday of the Yukon Rush.

Link, as he was known to his teammates, was known as a strong leader, and a rock in the Wrangler’s Locker Room during his tenure, and would often bring his young son Rhett out onto the ice during practices. Link was also a mainstay during home games for the Yukon Rush, cheering on his son any chance he got.

 

He is survived by his only son Rhett.

 

When asked about his father, Rhett replied:

 

“My dad was my hero, and for so long, he was my coach too. He’s watched every single hockey game I’ve ever played. He used to say, “I’m the dad of Rhett Stoffiday! The best goalie ever!” but I think from now on, I’m gonna say I’m the son of Link Stoffiday, the best dad ever.” 

 

No arrangements have been made at this time.

Edited September 20, 2018 by Pierogi Tuxedo