Search above to list available cemeteries. Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? Davis lived a concise life. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. He later received an Associate's Degree in Accounting from Iowa Lakes Community College in Estherville, IA. With good reason. Subscribers may view the full text of this article in its original form through TimesMachine. Ernie Davis died at the age of 23 on May 18, 1963, of acute monocytic leukemia. He was Davis' teammate at Syracuse and on the Cleveland Browns, his roommate and a close friend. Cover has crease in upper right corner and is visible in the photo. A middle school in Elmira is named for him. 601 E 23rd St, A great piece of history, JET is filled with stories about civil rights issues, as well as about entertainment and sports figures of the day. The movie, which debuted in 2008, draws parallels between Robinson and Davis and the courage they mustered to overcome racial bigotry. Try again. In Cleveland, fans and players grew giddy as the Browns signed Davis to a three-year contract later estimated to be a record $200,000. During the funeral, a message was received from President Kennedy, and it was read aloud to all of the people attending the service. After retirement, Marilyn and Ernie retired to Praha, Texas, and formed Mullberry Hill Cattle Ranch. Streamline your workflow with our best-in-class digital asset management system. September 11, 1954 September 10, 2013. He grew up in Marcus, IA, and graduated from Marcus High School in 1973. Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. There was a problem getting your location. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. He had excelled. Ernie Davis' only real NFL footnote was that, as part of a trade between Washington and Cleveland in 1962, he became the first black player drafted first overall. But all too soon, it ended sickeningly. Why him? They married and enjoyed 24 beautiful years together. Davis Middle School In Elmira, Is Named In His Honor. During his time at Texas A&M, he earned his Master's in 1971 and his PhD in 1975, both in Agricultural Economics, from Texas A&M University. According to an article in the Houston Chronicle, all the players from the game attended the banquet. He attend Syracuse University and was set to play with the Cleveland Browns but his life was cut short by Leukemia. CHINLE Funeral services for Ernie Davis, 40, will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 6 at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. He died on May 18, 1963 in Cleveland, Ohio, USA. Ernest Davis, 74, of Archdale, passed away Thursday, April 21, 2022, at Hospice Home at High Point. Rentals with his brother. Recalled Otto Graham, his coach: We all looked at him, and someone said, This is an All-American? He had no pep. Nominees are Marshall Winkky of Horseheads, DeShon Cook Jr. of Thomas A. Edison and Brady Keefe of Elmira High School. [24] He was diagnosed with acute monocytic leukemia and began receiving medical treatment. Known as "The Elmira Express", he was a three-sport (football, basketball, baseball) star at the Elmira Free Academy in Elmira, New York. Davis capped his college career with 140 rushing yards in an MVP performance at the 1961 Liberty Bowl and finished with 2,386 total rushing yards on 6.6 yards per carry and 35 touchdowns, all school records. Ernie Davis Jr., 80 of Philpot, passed away peacefully Wednesday, June 29, 2022, at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. . ELMIRA, NEW YORK (WETM-TV)- Jayla Skeete from Corning-Painted Post High School received the Marty Harrington Scholarship and Jarrett O'Connell from Horseheads High School was the 2020 Ernie . Davis rang up 877 rushing yards on an outstanding 7.8 yards per carry during the 1960 season, and followed with another 823 rushing yards in 1961 to win the Heisman Trophy as the nation's top player. Ernie stayed involved with his community, serving as President and Zone Chairman of the College Station Morning Lions Club, serving as Trustee for 14 years on the Texas 4-H Youth Development Foundation, and he had always been very involved with the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. He was born January 6, 1942 in Daviess County to the late Ernie Davis Sr. and Martine Purcell Davis. Born July 11, 1947, in Guilford County, he was the son of the late Catherine Mary Lepper Hicks. Ernie is reunited in heaven with his parents, Ed and Tylene Davis; and parents-in-law, Howard "Red" and Marilyn Moore. To perform like an athlete and then face death without whimpering to know youre going to die and then to bow out with such grace Ive never seen anyone else do that.. Family members linked to this person will appear here. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. The following morning, at 2 a.m., he coughed once and died. Terms of Use / Privacy Policy / Manage Newsletters, The NFL, the U.S. Congress and doing what is right, Click Jim Brown is a record-holding, former NFL fullback who has been elected to his sport's Hall of Fame and has also worked as a model and film actor. He worked for SWEPCO, as a director of marketing for 42 years. Ernest Davis (December 14, 1939 May 18, 1963) was an American football player who won the Heisman Trophy in 1961 and was its first African-American recipient. To honor Ernie Davis, the Browns retired jersey number 45, the number he would have worn, in his honor. After receiving his Bachelor's degree in Animal Husbandry from Oklahoma State University in 1962, he began his career as a Junior Assistant County Agent in Training in Comanche County, Texas. E Jack was born January 6, 1933 in Shreveport, Louisiana to Ernest and Dezzie Davis. He was a United States Army Veteran serving in Vietnam and was also a member of the National Guard. Tap into Getty Images global-scale, data-driven insights and network of over 340,000creators to create content exclusively for your brand. Please enter your email and password to sign in. As a subscriber, you have 10 gift articles to give each month. Ernie worked for Borden Dairy for twenty-five years, Hunter Farms for ten years, and five years with Deer Hitachi in Kernersville. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. Ernie was born on August 2, 1920, in Eddyville, Iowa, the son of Jay and Martha (Newenhouse) Davis. Drag images here or select from your computer for Ernie Davis memorial. Ernie Davis became the first African American to win the Heisman Trophy before his life was tragically cut short by leukemia at the age of 23. The 2008 Universal Pictures film The Express: The Ernie Davis Story, based on the nonfiction book Ernie Davis: The Elmira Express, by Robert C. Gallagher, helped keep Davis' memory alive by. Davis won Syracuse's first Heisman thanks to a fine all-around season in 1961. Els and his partner Nick Price of Zimbabwe lost their four-ball match to Americans Davis Love III and Davis Duval 3 and 2. . After everyone ate and the trophies were handed out, the three black Syracuse players, Brown, Davis and Art Baker were asked to leave and were taken to another party in Dallas by local NAACP representatives. Please reset your password. [22] It was the most lucrative contract for an NFL rookie up to that time.[22]. As a young boy, he grew up on the family stock farm, where his love for livestock began. After winning the Heisman Trophy, Ernie Davis talked Floyd Little into doing an about face and playing football for Syracuse instead of Notre Dame. Close this window, and upload the photo(s) again. Although the details are somewhat disputed, Davis' contract was considered to be the most lucrative ever offered to an NFL rookie. Ernie was a member of Blessed Mother Catholic Church and loved his family and spending time with them. Davis totaled 877 rushing yards on an outstanding 7.8 yards per carry during the 1960 season, setting the stage for a run at the Heisman in 1961. Davis received his Heisman on Dec. 6, 1961, at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel. here for reprint permission. Please try again later. Ohio, U.S., Death Records, 1908-1932, 1938-2018, U.S., Newspapers.com Obituary Index, 1800s-current, Web: Obituary Daily Times Index, 1995-2016, Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. Trivia (6) Won the 1961 Heisman Trophy, as the outstanding college football player; first black player to win the award. Andrew Legare, Elmira Star-Gazette. He was born January 6, 1942 in Daviess County to the late Ernie Davis Sr. and Martine Purcell Davis. Add a photo Authorize the original obituary Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. Ernest Frank "Ernie" Davis, age 96, of rural Eddyville, Iowa passed away Monday morning, October 3, 2016, at the Serenity House of Oskaloosa. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. You can always change this later in your Account settings. The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. Michael Robert Snyder, the son of Robert 'Bud' and Mary Jane (Bird) Snyder, was born in LeMars, IA on September 11, 1954. Both the House and the Senate eulogized him, and his wake was held in The Neighborhood House in Elmira, New York, where more than 10,000 mourners paid their respects. He was passionate about helping others, and encouraging others in their careers, Nascar, fishing, and was an avid U.K. basketball fan. Another statue of Davis stands on the campus of Syracuse University, near the steps of Hendricks Chapel and the Quad where pre-game pep rallies are held. He lay in state in the Neighborhood House in Elmira where more than 10,000 mourners passed by in tribute. So would he indeed play? The 1960 Syracuse Orangemen finished with a record of 72 and did not play in a post-season bowl game. He was born on July 27, 1950, in Oakland, California. Burial will follow services at Highland Cemetery. In Ernie's senior year, the 1961 Orangemen finished with a record of 83, closing the season with a 1514 victory over the Miami Hurricanes in the Liberty Bowl, played at Philadelphia's Franklin Field. He served on numerous graduate student committees, and was a frequent guest lecturer in both graduate and undergraduate classes in the Departments of Agricultural Economics and Animal Science. [14] The stadium was a city-owned facility, and the Washington city government has long been legally reckoned as a branch of the federal government (given that the Constitution gives Congress ultimate authority over the capital). In 1963, when he heard Davis would be honored by his high school with a school holiday, the president sent a telegram reading: "Seldom has an athlete been more deserving of such a tribute. Both houses of the United States Congress eulogized Davis, and a wake was held at The Neighborhood House in Elmira, New York, where more than 10,000 mourners paid their respects. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. Playing halfback, he rushed for 2,386 yards, had 3,414 total yards, scored 35 touchdowns and chalked up a total of 220 points. The most prestigious award in college football. His father was killed in an accident shortly after his birth, and his mother, Avis Marie Davis Fleming, could not raise him alone. (^) at Portland, OR One Syracuse player, Gerhard Schwedes, recommended that the whole Syracuse team leave the banquet to show solidarity with their black teammates, but the suggestion was overruled by Syracuse officials. He was elected to the College Football Hall of Fame in 1979, and in 2005 the Syracuse football team retired No. Davis chose to go to the Cleveland Browns where his classmate John Brown would be his roommate and Jim Brown, whom he admired, was already playing. I couldnt believe it.. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. He was born October 1, 1944 in Galveston, Texas, the son of Ernest William Davis and Georgie Robbins Davis. Funeral Services will be 3 p.m. Tuesday January 17, 2023 at Waters Funeral Home with Dr. C.W. In Boy Scouts, Ernie earned the rank of Eagle Scout with the Bronze, Silver, and Gold Palms. This is the story of how Tom Bloom, Ernie Davis, and Don Fleming became a sad footnote in team history. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. We will remember him . Davis also played basketball at Syracuse for one season 19601961. Editor in chief Alexis O'Connell writes, " Ernie Davis Hall is a student favorite. Ernie Davis was born on December 14, 1939 in New Salem, Pennsylvania, USA. The nation has bestowed upon you its highest awards for your athletic achievements. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. Ernie co-owned Ernie Davis and Sons Mechanical, Inc, with his brother Jerry, which their father started in 1953. Allow Ernie Davis to be recognized more easily Increase the accessibility of loved ones to show you their sympathy Rockin' the Rockpile: The Buffalo Bills of the American Football League, p.564, Jeffrey J. Miller, ECW Press, 2007, 1959 Syracuse Orangemen footballconsensus national champions, Washington Commanders first-round draft picks, "Browns' Davis succumbs in battle with leukemia", "Blood disorder expected to keep Davis on sidelines", 'syracuse.com' Mother of Ernie Davis, Marie Fleming, has passed away in Elmira; her funeral is Saturday, May 8, 2008. Davis refused to play for the Redskins and demanded a trade. THOUSANDS HONOR DAVIS AT FUNERAL; Athlete Is Buried in Elmira --Kennedy Sends Eulogy, https://www.nytimes.com/1963/05/23/archives/thousands-honor-davis-at-funeral-athlete-is-buried-in-elmira.html. There was an error deleting this problem. Verify and try again. Redskins founder and owner George Preston Marshall was an avowed racist who kept the Redskins entirely white long after the other teams had integrated. He played baseball, basketball and football at Elmira Free Academy . Before tragedy struck, Davis was the hero of heroes on a football field. Davis, a running back, takes for over Jim Brown, who goes on to be one of the best players in NFL history. Singer ILENE DAY is the cover story. Ernie Davis, Jr., 80 of Philpot, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 29, 2022 at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. Today, Davis is remembered for his sportsmanship, the grace with which he handled the racial intolerance of his time, and his courage in facing a disease that ultimately claimed his life. Along the way, Davis broke Jim Browns career records in rushing (2,386 yards), all purpose yardage (3,414), scoring (220 points), and touchdowns (35). Davis was the first African American to win the Heisman Trophy. Best feature is the eight page story and photo spread on the funeral of ERNIE DAVIS. Click Release Calendar Top 250 Movies Most Popular Movies Browse Movies by Genre Top Box Office Showtimes & Tickets Movie News India Movie Spotlight. [19][20] The Redskins traded the rights to Davis to the Cleveland Browns for Bobby Mitchell and first-round draft pick Leroy Jackson. Davis was born in New Salem, Pennsylvania. Ernie Davis Hall, SU Photo & Imaging RS 56076. After consulting another hematologist, coach Paul Brown refused to let Davis suit up. He was active in 4-H, Boy Scouts, and Church Youth Fellowship, and raised and exhibited steers and lambs in major livestock shows and fairs. Burial will follow at Chinle Community Cemetery. To Janet and family. Davis and his black teammates were allowed to finish their meals at the banquet. Try again later. He Was The First African American To Receive The Heisman Trophy, Winning That In 1961. He attended Elmira Free Academy, where he earned two All-American honors. At 6-foot-2 and 215 pounds, he seemed indestructible. cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Ernie Davis, Jr., 80 of Philpot, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 29, 2022 at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. RARE, Ernie Davis 1961 Syracuse University Varsity Club Most Valuable Player A, 1963 Sports Illustrated ERNIE DAVIS Dies CLEVELAND Browns SYRACUSE ORANG, 1963 Cleveland Browns Facts Figures Media Guide Book Jim Brown Ernie Dav. KY 42303. Ernie Davis seemed to lead a charmed life. Call me when you get out, the owner said. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. We will remember him . Sorry! He wasnt showing us anything.. College Football Player. Years later, she recalled, I went out and sat under a tree. Terms of Service apply. 2023 Getty Images. Those seasons would never come, however, as Davis was diagnosed with acute monocytic leukemia during preparations for the 1962 College All Star Game. He attended Syracuse University on a football scholarship, and in three varsity seasons he led the Orangemen to an overall 26-5 record. Your high standards of performance on the field and off the field, reflect the finest qualities of competition, sportsmanship and citizenship. This memorial website was created in memory of Ernie Davis, 53, born on December 22, 1919 and passed away on January 0, 1973. Enter your phone number above to have directions sent via text. He was heavily recruited by some of college footballs top programs, but was swayed by NFL great Jim Brown, who convinced Davis that Syracuse, Browns alma mater, would be a welcoming place for a young black athlete. After rising to position of Captain in the Army and completing his military commitment, he returned to the Texas Agricultural Extension Service as an Assistant County Agent in Jefferson County, Texas. Owensboro, He was a United States Army Veteran serving in Vietnam and was also a member of the National Guard. Ernie graduated from High School in Baker, Oklahoma. To honor Ernie Davis, the Browns retired jersey number 45, the number he would have worn, in his honor. Suzanne Kim Chafetz, class of 2013, resident of Ernie Davis Hall. He then reported to Fort Hood, Texas, to serve his country as a commissioned Second Lieutenant in the US Army. He previously served on the Salvation Army Board also. Davis went to Johns Hopkins in Baltimore when he was dyingthree months after being diagnosedand, through chemical treatments, experienced a four- to five-month remission. He suffered from leukemia. Ernie Davis, a two-time All-American halfback at Syracuse University, lived a short life as a result of leukemia. In joining the Browns, the. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. Ernie co-owned Ernie Davis and Sons Mechanical, Inc, with his brother Jerry, which their father started in 1953. When the Chronicle asked Brown whether the film The Express is a truthful portrayal of his friend, Brown said " in short, no."[9]. THOUSANDS HONOR DAVIS AT FUNERAL; Athlete Is Buried in Elmira --Kennedy Sends Eulogy May 23, 1963 The New York Times Archives See the article in its original context from May 23, 1963, Page 35. Davis was allowed to practice on the field without physical contact and helped Brown draw up game plans but he never played a meaningful down. Davis won Syracuse's first Heisman thanks to a fine all-around season in 1961. The disease was incurable and he died in Cleveland Lakeside Hospital May 18, 1963, at the age of 23. Resend Activation Email. Ste#214, College Station, TX 77843-2124. Williams, a former basketball coach at Davis High School, has known Trimble since he was in fifth grade. On July 28, 1962, Davis felt a swelling in his neck and was admitted to Evanston (Ill.) Hospital near the all-star team's practice site at Northwestern. Syracuse University, as a way to honor all of the athletes that have worn the number 44, was granted permission by the United States Postal Service to change its ZIP code to 13244. Click below to begin your paid subscription. 45 was retired by the team shortly after his death. Grow your brand authentically by sharing brand content with the internets creators. 1963 Original Ernie Davis News Paper Articles, After His Death. Davis is buried at Woodlawn Cemetery in Elmira. He feared he had contracted mumps or mononucleosis. Learn more about merges. 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