Arthur was inducted into Hawthorn's hall of fame in 2003, before being elevated to the status of 'legend' in 2005.<\/p>\n
He is also a Hawthorn life member, a member of the Australian football hall of fame and the captain of Hawthorn's team of the century.<\/p>\n
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Hawthorn president Jeff Kennett paid tribute to Arthur.<\/p>\n
"We are deeply saddened to have lost a man of such immense character as Graham," Kennett said.<\/p>\n
"Graham was John Kennedy snr's lead commando and the type of clubman who would inspire his teammates through example and trust.<\/p>\n
"All those who have been lucky enough to don the brown and gold in more recent years have benefitted from the culture of success that Graham helped sew into Hawthorn's fabric.<\/p>\n
"Graham was a Hawthorn person through and through and he will always live on within our club.<\/p>\n
"I extend the club's and my condolences to Graham's family at this difficult time."<\/p>\n
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