Overview
- The Lambeau Field celebration, held Monday, drew hundreds of fans along with former and current team leaders after a funeral Mass at St. Francis Xavier Cathedral.
- Speakers credited Harlan with hiring Ron Wolf and granting final say on football operations, moves that set up Mike Holmgren’s hire, the Brett Favre trade, the Reggie White signing, two Super Bowl appearances, and a championship.
- Attendees highlighted his push for a 0.5% Brown County sales tax that funded the 2003 Lambeau renovation, which enabled later investments such as the Titletown district and long-term financial stability.
- Friends, family, and clergy described him as kind, humble, funny, and generous, sharing stories that showed how he connected with fans and colleagues.
- On stage, Steelers coach Mike McCarthy said a reunion with Aaron Rodgers in Pittsburgh would be a great story but gave no answer on Rodgers’ plans, noting the 42-year-old is still weighing his future.