Tim Russert's son Luke appeared on the Today Show this morning to remember his dad.

Russert's impact on the news industry has definitely been demonstrated by the outcry of grieving and remembrance by his colleagues and competitors alike.

The funeral and memorial service for Tim Russert will take place on Wednesday, June 18 at 4pm in Washington's Kennedy Center. The funeral services will be closed to the public, but will be televised by MSNBC.