Donzetta Nuxhall, the widow of Cincinnati Reds Hall of Famer and beloved broadcasting legend Joe Nuxhall, died Thursday morning. She was 93.
Joe and Donzetta Nuxhall were married from Oct. 1947 until Joe's death in Nov. 2007.
The Nuxhall Foundation - supporting legacy projects including the Joe Nuxhall Miracle League - issued the following statement Thursday: "Donzetta was there to ensure that all was well and taken care of at the Nuxhall family home. While Joe was away playing and broadcasting, Donzetta took responsibility for raising the family and providing a warm and encouraging home life for Joe, (and sons) Phil and Kim.