Try again later. In the years since his murder in 1984, Deon Thomas, Bryant Notree, Calvin Brock, and Kendrick Nunn have all worn 25 during their basketball career at Illinois to honor Wilson. He was released on parole in 2000. He also expressed that he felt both of the defendants were being "railroaded" by overzealous law enforcement officials whose desperation to hold someone accountable for the murder of a star athlete compromised their integrity and led them to create false case theory. WHILE he was driving? April 12, 2002: An unknown legacy - Chicago Tribune Erica Murphy stated Ben and Jetun were arguing and loud. based on information from your browser. Later on, however, Jabari Parker suggested that Wilson's name and number be stitched into the sneakers the players were issued. He claimed his sentence was excessive, considering he had not been in trouble before, and that he should not have been tried as an adult; while the court of appeals found his sentence to be somewhat harsh, they upheld the decision as a matter of law. 1 high school senior, was trying to decide whether to attend DePaul or Illinois. There was an error deleting this problem. "I'm excited," he said about Saturday's game, "but more so just to represent New York and myself.". Wilson taunted him and dared him to shoot; Moore later said he felt that the much larger Wilson was just "punking" him. But he said Thursday his hatred for Moore eventually turned into forgiveness. That was the day Ben Wilson's life came to a tragic end. It was through this that he discovered who he had shot. But Wilson said he agreed to meet with William Moore who was convicted in his brothers killing after his mother, Mary, asked the family to forgive him on her deathbed in 2000. I just watched the 30 on 30 docu on ESPN last night, man the BBYMama pissed me off! This browser does not support getting your location. Wilson died from injuries sustained in the shooting the following morning. Being Ben Wilson's son, he said, doesn't drive him on the basketball court in Chicago or anywhere else. 25 "because he wore it. Chicago's violent crime rate was very high during this time as well, especially on the South Side. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. I wish kids would learn from documentaries like these. Please try again later. Rebel Wilson said she has been banned from Disneyland for 30 days. Brandon also coached with Empire Athletics and his Alma Mater LuHi with his friends. "He's athletic, quick and strong, so he's going to help you.". Benjamin Wilson, Jr. was a legend in his own time and his untimely death on November 20, 1984 at St. Bernard Hospital leaves a void in all who loved and revered Benjy. 1967. 30 For 30: Benji- Full Episode [VIDEO] | Hip-Hop Wired, Late basketball legend Benji "Ben" Wilson's son Brandon killed at age 34, NANCY WILSON Says Disagreement With ANN WILSON Over Band Lineup Kept HEART Off The Road Last Year. In spite of all the accolades that were bestowed upon him, Wilson's personal life was growing complicated. Family members linked to this person will appear here. Within minutes, word of the shooting reached Simeon's campus, and a crowd gathered near Wilson. Well said to everything in your post. Oceanside boy's killer hangs himself in prison - San Diego Union-Tribune [7] Mary Wilson had two sons from a previous marriage, including Curtis Glenn, and would have sons Anthony and Jeffrey with the elder Wilson before the couple divorced. Juwan Howard wore his jersey number 25 to honor his life and death. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. I am sure she was angry that her meal ticket just died and she was going to make Dixon and Moore pay so she lied on them in court. To have the two families come together was amazing.. Dr. Seuss is trash and none of his books are allowed in my classroom. Try again later. Brandon spent his early childhood in Chicago before moving to New York with his mother, Jetun, and his stepfather, Edward Rivers. At their trial, the prosecutors presented the same case theory to the jury when the trial began the following year. Brandon wore the No. Anything can happen. B BETonBlack I Know You Care Joined Aug 26, 2008 Messages 5,291 Reactions 11,868 83 11 Alleybux 50,641 I hate to see someone so young with potential die!!!!!!!!!! 1 prep player in the class of 2013, has taken a similar approach to his time at Simeon. Steele retired all six Padres batters he faced, then headed to the bullpen to throw 25 more pitches. They advanced to the state 2A quarterfinals before losing to Lanphier High School of Springfield. Late basketball legend Benji "Ben" Wilson's son Brandon killed at age Also, it could explain why someone had said that there were 4 other girls claiming to be his "girlfriend" or who were "talking to him". [23] Dixon was released on parole in 2000, and Moore in 2005. "The worst thing you can do is always be compared as to how you measure up," Hall said. Benjamin Wilson Jr. (March 18, 1967 - November 21, 1984) was an American high school basketball player from Chicago, Illinois. The school mandates that its incoming students read To Benji, With Love,a book about Wilson's life written by his late mother, Mary Wilson. This page was created in memory of Ben. Basketball Player Born in Illinois #23. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. Jetun Rush would graduate from Simeon and Central State University as a member of Delta Sigma Theta sorority. Before leaving to join Team Israel, Cubs prospect Matt Mervis shared why this WBC means so much to him. Brandon Sherrod Wilson death - cause of death - Brandon Sherrod Wilson, the son of Ben Wilson, an American high school basketball star is dead. Police presented both suspects with a case theory that after Moore's conflict with Wilson, Dixon tried to pick Wilson's pockets, and then urged Moore to shoot Wilson. Brandon Wilson - Address & Phone Number | Whitepages Moore received a 40-year prison term; Dixon was sentenced to 30 years. [18] He and Omar Dixon were outside the luncheonette when Wilson and Rush came up the street behind them. Ben Wilson's killer: 'I don't consider myself a criminal' - NBC Sports RSN This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. 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Born in 1967 to Ben Wilson Sr. and Mary Wilson (ne Gunter), Wilson was raised in the Chatham neighborhood on Chicago's South Side. During his junior year, he and his girlfriend Jetun Rush conceived a child. Benji's rise to the top spot came after leading Simeon to the first Illinois state title in school history. Wilson's temper eventually would get the best of him as he shoved a teacher to the floor when the teacher tried to break up another argument between the two. Ben Wilson Biography, Age, Height, Wife, Net Worth, Family Those are the ones who may feel a shiver when Brandon Wilson runs on the court Saturday at the DePaul Athletic Center, wearing the No. Just kidding. JavaScript is disabled. Moore was 16 years old when Wilson bumped into him as he was having an argument with his girlfriend Jetun Rush, the mother of his son, Brandon, on Nov. 20, 1984. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. In these statements, Moore and Dixon said that the shooting was part of a robbery, where Dixon picked Wilson's pockets and once he was done, he ordered Moore to shoot Wilson twice. I didn't go to parties or stupid places. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. William Moore, 16, fired a .22-caliber revolver three times, hitting Wilson twice and causing massive damage to his heart and liver. Ben Wilson: Top 10 Facts You Need to Know - FamousDetails Family: He had a son, Brandon, with his girlfriend Jetun Rush. He had all the moves. The two engaged in a loud argument, with an infuriated Wilson and Moore exchanging expletives. This story was so sad it's rare that I cry after watching a show, but I was in tears. Benji meant so much to us, and his story really scared me, knowing it happened to a great player. For some time after Wilson was killed, Simeon issued his number 25 jersey to the player on the team that they deemed the best. Brandon accepted Christ at a young age. I'm about to begin my journey in rewriting my life after all the trauma, pain, and loneliness. Ive never seen anything like it, White said. As the school year started, Wilson was beginning to grow more and more frustrated by the situation and his interactions with Rush became significantly tense, to the point where they were having loud arguments in the school hallways between classes. Please reset your password. Per the recommendations of the prosecuting attorneys, they both were given significant prison sentences. Wilson persisted, though, and followed her as she began walking up the street outside Simeon. 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He was named to Newsday's All-Long Island second team and was invited to play for the New York team against a Chicago-area squad in Saturday's Wendy's game. The wrong time for another loss, as the Bulls were now two games out of a play-in spot. That city law was so stupid. On January 13, 2022, Brandon Sherrod . Brandon Wilson (c. born in 1978) is incarcerated on Death Row at San Quentin State Prison for the murder of 9-year-old Matthew Cecchi in Oceanside, California on November 14, 1998. Sun-Times Media Moore now works as a case worker with the Inner-City Muslim Action Network and mentors young boys similar to his younger self. You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. 30 FOR 30: BENJI (TV) - Paley Center for Media 25 in 2009, ending a long-standing tradition at the school of the team's best player wearing it on his jersey to honor Benji's memory. The words "Best in the Nation" marked his gravesite. Anthony Wilson (left) and Jeffrey Wilson, discussed Both Sides of the Gun, a documentary about their reconciliation with their brothers killer, on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2020, in Chicago. "I don't think a kid needs that pressure.". Moore's cousin had been robbed of $10, allegedly by a student of Simeon, and he brought the gun with him to avenge his cousin. Murphy met up with the two boys shortly thereafter, and Moore and Dixon followed her to a luncheonette on South Vincennes Avenue. They may delete the videos as some sites have been doing before. Wilson was twenty years old when he followed the boy into the men's washroom at the Oceanside Harbor. That passion produced a player Dildy insists was better in high school than current NBA stars Kevin Garnett and Kobe Bryant. You may not upload any more photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 20 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 5 photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 30 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 15 photos to this memorial. Drag images here or select from your computer for Brandon Sherrod Wilson memorial. Benjamin Wilson, Jr. (1967 - 1984) - Genealogy - geni family tree Behind Wilson, Simeon defeated West Aurora High School by nine points in the semifinals and beat top-ranked Evanston Township High School to win their first ever state title. After those aforementioned greats, long before Kevin Garnett was a national name, and even before Derrick Rose, Anthony Davis and Jabari Parker were twinkles in their mothers' eyes, there was Ben Wilson. R.I.P to him. State Attorneys Kenneth Malatesta and Arthur Hill presided over the prosecution and presented the police's theory, which was in the confessions that were recanted. Moore's story sounds probable. Not that Brandon necessarily could've. Wilson's brother Curtis Glenn recounted in the ESPN documentary seeing his brother being wheeled by him in the hospital and noticing his feet were unnaturally pale. I see him sometimes in my minds eye, playing in the NBA, which he could have done after only two years in college. The jury needed only an hour of deliberation to convict them. Still sad for blacks who can't understand the system. William Moore appears at Malcolm X College private screening of Both Sides of the Gun, Thursday, Feb. 13, 2020, in Chicago. [15] As his senior season approached, it was believed that Wilson was considering scholarship offers from the University of Illinois, DePaul University and Indiana University.[17]. Now, come on people you know what it is like to have a heated argument with somebody you dating. [1] Wilson, a Neal F. Simeon Vocational High School basketball player, was regarded as the top high school player in the U.S. by scouts and coaches attending the 1984 Athletes For Better Education basketball camp. ESPN is set to debut a new documentary about the mythic prep star from Simeon Career Academy on the South Side of Chicago, entitled "Benji," as part of its 30 For 30 series on Tuesday, October 23. Select the best result to find their address, phone number, relatives, and public records. Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. Ben Wilson was one of three children born to Ben Wilson Sr. and Mary (Gunter) Wilson and was raised in the Chatham neighborhood on Chicago's South Side. On November 20, 1984, Wilson decided against lunching with teammates as he wanted to talk to his girlfriend, Jetun Rush, with whom he had been having significant issues. In fall of 2000, Wilson made an unofficial visit to DePaul during a trip to see relatives in Chicago. It took them hours before they could get a trauma surgeon and by then Wilson had lost so much blood the doctors said he would be a vegetable. Wow that was a very good documentary. "I play because I like basketball. Michael O'Brien on Twitter: "It looks like Brandon Wilson died in a car He was not a pro yet with pro money. Wilson, a Neal F. Simeon Vocational High School basketball player was regarded as the top high school player in the U.S. by scouts and coaches attending the 1984 Athletes For Better Education basketball camp. During an appearance on "The Daily Show," Wilson said she was banned after taking a bathroom selfie. Moore was thinking more about getting with Erica Murphy and smoking weed. Port Washington police officer killed in Northern State crash Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. Wow. The city's murder rate has declined overall since 1984, but has seen a 27 percent spike this year, per Jon Greenberg of ESPNChicago.com. Dixon later began an unrelated sentence for armed robbery, although Moore, interviewed in the 2012 documentary Benji, claims that his own confession was coerced, and that Dixon was not involved in Wilson's shooting. From left, former U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan, Rapper Common, William Moore, and Anthony and Jeffrey Wilson, speak at Malcolm X College, during a conversation and private screening of Both Sides of the Gun, Thursday, Feb. 13, 2020, in Chicago. Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? After watching the documentary I am even more convinced of their innocence. Both young men signed confessions to that effect that were later recanted. He shot Wilson twice, with one bullet striking his groin and the other nicking his abdominal aorta. Benji's passing had a massive impact on his community in the immediate term. The prosecutors also tried to introduce evidence that the boys were members of a street gang, but were precluded from doing so.[11]. Early the next morning, Mary Wilson asked that her son be taken off of life support, and Ben Wilson died shortly thereafter. He also had a sister, Brelyn (Suga). For four years, for instance, Brandon has asked to wear Ben's No. The prospect of making his Chicago basketball debut in front of some of them might seem daunting, but Brandon denied feeling the need to fulfill any expectations. That same team also featured Tim Hardaway, a five-time All-Star and four-time All-NBA performer best known for his prominent role on the "Run TMC" Warriors of the early 1990s. Soon after the shooting, Erica Murphy returned to her home to find Billy Moore sitting in her living room watching television. Wilson's teammate Teri Sampson recalls that throughout the night, the reports progressively worsened, going from Wilson possibly recovering in time for the state playoffs, to perhaps missing a year of play, to possibly never playing again, to fighting for his life. The first struck Wilson in his groin while the second struck him in his abdomen and caused significant internal bleeding. The conflict, however, was resolved before Moore got there. There is a problem with your email/password. Ben Wilson (basketball) - Wikipedia Centennial, CO. View Full Report. LORD. Bengals' Brandon Wilson: Pops up on PUP list Rotowire Jul 23, 2022 Wilson (knee) was placed on the Bengals ' active/PUP list Saturday. Brandon Wilson, who was on death row for the 1998 ambush slaying of a 9-year-old boy in Oceanside, was found dead Thursday hanging in his cell at San Quentin State Prison, state corrections officials said. An argument ensued and Moore shot Wilson. Brandon, at 6-2, is a "tweener," with not quite the height to play forward in a high-level NCAA Division I program and not quite the perimeter skills to play guard there. I feel for kids in his position. Benji usually won. As Nick Anderson, a fellow Chicagoan who would've been Wilson's teammate at Simeon, told Scoop Jackson: Benji was Magic Johnson, but with a jump shot. "He's not your stereotypical shooting guard, but he'll get you some rebounds, defend and rough it up inside," Long Island Lutheran coach Ronn Hall said. The Late Ben Wilson's Son Brandon Wilson - Lipstick Alley Ben Wilson, an American high school basketball star from Neal F. Simeon High School in Chicago, Illinois, USA, was shot in the neighborhood surrounding the school during its lunch hour on November 20, 1984. Chicago, Illinois high school basketball player, University of Illinois at UrbanaChampaign, "A Rising Star, Extinguished, in 1980s Chicago", Chicken Soup for the Soul: Inside Basketball: 101 Great Hoop Stories from , By Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen, Pat Williams, The Great Book of Chicago Sports Lists, By Dan McNeil, Ed Sherman, "Life of "Benji" Comes Full Circle in Chicago", "Ben Wilson: A Life Cut Short but the Memories Remain", "What if Ben Wilson had Lived And Become a Flyin' Illini? In the fall of 1981, Wilson began his freshman year at Simeon. Billy Moore was a 16-year-old teenager walking down Vincennes Ave. on Chicago's South Side with a gun. Would you date a rich man who admitted he had a starter wife? That is probably why she did not want to comment on the documentary. Much like Kevin Durant and Anthony Davis, Benji began his high school career as a guardin his case, a point guardbut eventually outgrew his position, albeit without leaving behind his perimeter skills. It was during the Prairie State Games at Illinois State University that Benji first had the opportunity to play with Nick Anderson, a 6'6" wing who went on to play at Illinois and enjoy a productive career in the NBA with the Orlando Magic, the Sacramento Kings and the Memphis Grizzlies. This story is still so unbelievably sad. A 6-8 guard, Wilson drew comparisons to Magic Johnson. Bengals' Brandon Wilson: Will suit up in Miami Rotowire Dec 6, 2020 Wilson (hamstring) is active for Sunday's game against the Dolphins, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports. Brandon was a graduated of Long Island Lutheran High School. The Late Ben Wilson's Son Brandon Wilson - Lipstick Alley [1][2][3][4][5], At the time of the shooting, Wilson was seventeen years old and had just started his senior year at Simeon. Brandon Wilson Biography | ESPN Wilson is noted as the first Chicago athlete to receive this honor. The documentary recalls the tragic story of Ben Wilson, the No. The murder sent Chicago into shock, generating agony, outrage and calls for an end to street violence. Join Facebook to connect with Brandon Wilson and others you may know. If she wasnt able to forgive, I dont think her sons wouldve.. That's when I think about this story. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/236651330/brandon-sherrod-wilson. Benji bumped into them by accident and attempted to excuse himself, but Dixon and Moore wouldn't allow him to pass to easily. brandon wilson ben wilson son - urzedowski-przewierty.com.pl According to Scoop Jackson of Slam, Wilson was the first Chicagoan to ever garner the honor, one that's since been matched by Kevin Garnett, Derrick Rose, Anthony Davis and Jabari Parker. Wilson, though, left behind more than just memories of games and plays. "Who wouldn't be? Moore told the crowd he was sorry for what he did. Brandon Sherrod Wilson was born January 13, 1984 to Benjamin Wilson and Jetun Rush. He said the lack of serious high-level interest has not been too disappointing. I felt so sad to see all those teens attached to Ben. [12][20] He was buried at Oak Woods Cemetery. Why would they pick a 6'8 supertar basketball guy in front of other people to have witnesses to rob him infront of heads resturant where all the other kids liked and loved Benji? Facebook gives people the power. Vanderpump Rules fans do you remember when Ariana Madix slept with Lala Kent in the BACK SEAT of Tom Sandovals car? Billy Moore appears in the film to give his side of the story for the first time; he reiterated the claim made by his attorney at his trial, that he only shot Wilson out of fear for his own life. I hate to say this, but I said it previously. Wilson's recruiting attention has come mainly from lower Division I programs such as Hartford and Maryland-Eastern Shore, whom he said have offered him scholarships. Edward E. Rivers served for 25 years for the New York Police Department. In fact, per Jackson, Magic called Benji's house during the Illinois state championships in 1984 to wish him luck. To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. This is about forgiveness, said Anthony Wilson, 43. [31] Former Chicago Bulls guard Derrick Rose, who graduated from Simeon in 2007, wore number 25, and the team won the state championship in 2006 and 2007. He has been working on it for 13 years now. Ben Wilson, who died in 1984 in Chicago, was once rated among the best high school basketball players in the country and recruited by the University of Illinois weeks before his death. The New York native, by way of Chicago, played for the Hawks in the early 2000s. BW shouldnt have to continuously live in a state of silence in order to appease people in society, Mom of NYC teen killed subway surfing plans to sue MTA, Jon Stewart expertly corners pro-gun Republican: You dont give a flying f**k about children dying". That status was partly a tribute to his gifts for the game and partly the awful handiwork of the two punks. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. anyone ever TAKE DOWN these MICRO-LOCS? This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. Brandon was the oldest to two brothers; Jared and Jalen. Search above to list available cemeteries. [25][26] 1 ranked high school player in the country who was shot down outside his Chicago high school prior to the start of the 1984 season. That hospital, St. Bernard Hospital in the Englewood section, was not equipped to handle major trauma cases and thus Wilson was not able to be seen by a doctor for several hours.