Hundreds of fans are lining up outside Comerica Park to pay their final respects to Ernie Harwell. Harwell's casket is positioned just inside the stadium's front gate, near a life-sized statue of the cherished Hall of Fame broadcaster. Several large portraits and memorial bouquets are on display. Across the street, the marquee of the famed Fox Theatre reads: "Thanks for the memories Ernie." Other entertainment venues are carrying similar messages.

The stadium is scheduled to open at 7 a.m. Thursday to allow fans to view the body of Harwell, who died Tuesday of cancer at age 92. The Tigers have said the viewing will continue until the last fan has said goodbye. Family members will hold a private funeral service.