Herald-Leader · Jun 3, 2018
'Big party for Bret': Laughter marks gathering to remember Bearup
Those who played basketball for Kentucky in the 1980s have learned the rites and rituals associated with mourning the death of former teammates: Melvin Turpin. Ed Davender. Charles Hurt.
But All-American Kenny Walker noted a difference Saturday night after players, coaches, classmates and family members gathered to remember Bret Bearup.
“No tears tonight,” Walker said with a smile.
About 100 people came to The Club at UK’s Spindletop Hall. The stately mansion befitted a solemn occasion. But laughter filled the wood-paneled Oak Room.
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