Milwaukee is mourning the tragic loss of Maurice Williams, a man described as a gentle giant by those who knew him. Williams, a 37-year-old father of seven and a dedicated youth football coach, was shot and killed while working as a security guard at Gold Digger's Gentlemen's Club last Thursday night. A vigil was held yesterday outside the club to honor his memory, with community members and family coming together to pay their respects.
According to WISN, Williams, affectionately nicknamed "Big Hurk," was fatally shot during a triple shooting that also claimed the life of another 37-year-old and left a 34-year-old injured. Details regarding the other victims have not yet been released by the Milwaukee police. "My son died doing what he loved, and he died protecting what he loved," Yvette Wright, Williams' mother, told WISN. "I loved that man, he loved me, he loved his children, he loved his life, he was just a very lovable person," added Pauline Harrington, Williams' sister, echoing her mother's sentiments.
In the wake of the violence, a statement by Harrington obtained by CBS58 implored the community to put an end to such senseless acts. "Put them guns down," Harrington said. "Everything is not worth your life, or your freedom, or all this commotion that’s going on. It's not worth it." Her brother's passion for coaching youth football was a testament to his commitment to the community, and he was known for the energy and care he brought to the kids he worked with.
The CLE Panthers, a local youth football organization Williams poured his heart into, is deeply feeling the loss of their coach. "He did life big," a comment by Tracy Thomas, a fellow CLE Panthers coach, provides a glimpse into the zest with which Williams approached his life, noted by TMJ4. Maurcie's presence, characterized by a bright smile and contagious laugh, positively impacted all those around him. The community gathers to demand justice and ensure Williams's legacy endures, insisting on commemorating a life dedicated to service, protection, and mentorship.
Milwaukee police continue their investigation into the shooting, with the hope that those responsible will soon be brought to justice, providing some solace to a bereaved family and a grieving community. As Williams's loved ones grapple with their loss, their resolve to keep his memory alive remains a poignant reminder of the cost of such unspeakable tragedies. "We are going to make sure everybody remembers him every day," Carvell Brooks, Williams's brother, told CBS58, vowing to ensure that his brother's dedication and spirit will not be forgotten.
