Rob Ford’s family releases statement on the passing of former mayor

By News Staff

On Tuesday morning, the Ford family released a statement to the media about former mayor Rob Ford’s death:

March 22, 2016

With heavy hearts and profound sadness, the Ford family announces the passing of their beloved son, brother, husband, and father, Councillor Rob Ford earlier today at the age of 46.

A dedicated man of the people, Councillor Ford spent his life serving the citizens of Toronto.

The family asks that you respect their privacy and join them in their grieving and their prayers.

The family will not be making any statements to the media or taking any questions.

Information will follow at a later time regarding memorial services.

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