Davis led the school's basketball team to 52 consecutive victories, and some felt his natural gifts were best suited for the hardwood. Ernie co-owned Ernie Davis and Sons Mechanical, Inc, with his brother Jerry, which their father started in 1953. Ernie Davis was born on June 4, 1940, in Brownwood, Texas, to his parents, Ed and Tylene Davis. Ernie Davis was born on December 14, 1939 in New Salem, Pennsylvania, USA. Those seasons would never come, however, as Davis was diagnosed with acute monocytic leukemia during preparations for the 1962 College All Star Game. College Station, 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. Collecting the Words of Martin Luther King Jr. Ten Thousand people attended his funeral, where a telegram from President Kennedy was read, in which Kennedy said of . Davis lived a concise life. Prior to his retirement, Ernie was a mechanic by trade. Owensboro, 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. Add to your scrapbook. [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). Best feature is the eight page story and photo spread on the funeral of ERNIE DAVIS. In one day over 10,000 people filed past Ernie's coffin, as he lay in state in his hometown of Elmira, New York. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. The disease was incurable and he died in Cleveland Lakeside Hospital May 18, 1963, at the age of 23. E Jack was born January 6, 1933 in Shreveport, Louisiana to Ernest and Dezzie Davis. The issue became a point of contention between Brown and Modell, who fired the famous coach the following January. Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application. Ernie Davis Grave Site, Friday, October 10, 2008. He was heavily recruited by some of college football's top programs but was swayed by NFL great Jim Brown, who convinced Davis that Syracuse University, Brown's alma mater, would be a welcoming place for a young Black athlete. He Played High School Football For Elmira Free Academy, Also Known As EFA. He died at age 23 in 1963, but managed to lead his high school basketball team to a 52-game winning streak, help Syracuse win its only national football title and become the No. He retired in 2006. Davis was a member of The Pigskin Club of Washington, D.C. National Intercollegiate All-American Football Players Honor. Try again later. 347 Ernie Davis Photos and Premium High Res Pictures - Getty Images Images Images Creative Editorial Video Creative Editorial FILTERS CREATIVE EDITORIAL VIDEO 347 Ernie Davis Premium High Res Photos Browse 347 ernie davis stock photos and images available, or start a new search to explore more stock photos and images. He found joy in his work, especially working with and being a resource for ranchers across Texas. [4], He was also drafted two days earlier by the Buffalo Bills of the American Football League.[16]. Although popular lore holds that theentire team agreed to boycott the banquet, at least one teammate has insisted that the idea was overruled by Syracuse officials. [11] Later in 1963, when Elmira chose February 3 to celebrate Davis' achievements, Kennedy sent a telegram, reading: Seldom has an athlete been more deserving of such a tribute. 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. Suzanne Kim Chafetz, class of 2013, resident of Ernie Davis Hall. He was born January 6, 1942 in Daviess County to the late Ernie Davis Sr. and Martine Purcell Davis. After a 13-month fight, Ernie Davis succumbed to acute monocytic leukemia, the most lethal form of blood cancer. 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. Death. 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). Best feature is the eight page story and photo spread on the funeral of ERNIE DAVIS. When Ernie retired from the Texas A&M University system in 2004, he and his wife, Marilyn, established an endowed scholarship dedicated for students in the Department of Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness. Call me when you get out, the owner said. 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. Ernie Davis, Stunts: Backlash. Davis went to live with his mother and stepfather in Elmira, New York, when he was 12, and soon proved an athletic prodigy. Search above to list available cemeteries. KY 42303. Failed to delete memorial. You are bidding on a June 6, 1963 edition of JET magazine. At age 12, he went to live with his mother and stepfather in Elmira, New York, where he excelled in baseball, basketball, and football in grade school. 1963 Original Ernie Davis News Paper Articles, After His Death. [4] Davis was diagnosed with leukemia that same year,[5][6] and died shortly after at age 23 without ever playing in a professional game. September 11, 1954 September 10, 2013. Everett "E Jack" Jack Davis, age 89, of Shreveport, Louisiana passed away on Sunday, February 6, 2022. Books, Paper & Magazines You need a Find a Grave account to continue. A middle school in Elmira is named for him. Davis girlfriend, Helen Gott, was at her sorority house on the Syracuse campus when two friends came up and put their arms about her. Notable areas: Print Save Add a free photo Sponsored by Ancestry Search records for Ernie DAVIS Ernie DAVIS DAVIS.- Ernie. Davis was the first African American recipient in the football game. Davis is buried at Woodlawn Cemetery in Elmira. This is the story of how Tom Bloom, Ernie Davis, and Don Fleming became a sad footnote in team history. Davis became the first black athlete to be awarded the Heisman Trophy (the highest individual honor in collegiate football) and he also won the Walter Camp Memorial Trophy[10] following his 1961 senior-year season at Syracuse University. This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 15 photos to this memorial. In 1972, he became the department's Extension Livestock Marketing Economist. Click James Ernest "Ernie" Davis, age 74, of Rentz, passed away on Sunday, May 1, 2022. Include gps location with grave photos where possible. 45 uniform even though he never wore it. There was a problem getting your location. He had overcome [racial] obstacles. Learn more about managing a memorial . He was born on July 27, 1950, in Oakland, California. Please enter your email address and we will send you an email with a reset password code. Among friends and fellow musicians he preferred . Cover has crease in upper right corner and is visible in the photo. Harrison and Bro. Dont tell anybody. Williams, a former basketball coach at Davis High School, has known Trimble since he was in fifth grade. It was a giddy, glorious time. If you see something that doesn't look right, contact us! Ever since, people have honored his memory. Nominees are Marshall Winkky of Horseheads, DeShon Cook Jr. of Thomas A. Edison and Brady Keefe of Elmira High School. To Janet and family. Invalid File Type. Checks should be made out to the Texas A&M Foundation and please designate gifts to the Dr. Ernest E. "Ernie" Davis '71 Endowed Scholarship in Agricultural Economics, Acct. The nation has bestowed upon you its highest awards for your athletic achievements. Ste#214, College Station, TX 77843-2124. Ernie Davis, a two-time All-American halfback at Syracuse University, lived a short life as a result of leukemia. To honor Ernie Davis, the Browns retired jersey number 45, the number he would have worn, in his honor. The disease would prove incurable, and Davis died on May 18, 1963, never having played a professional football game. 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. A three-time All-American halfback and 1961 Heisman Trophy winner, Ernie Davis led Syracuse University to the national championship as a sophomore and was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1979. Andrew Legare, Elmira Star-Gazette. Resend Activation Email. See you around. The same day, he went to Modells office. no. One of Davis last visitors was Jim Brown, the Browns NFLs perennial rushing leader. View ERNIE DAVIS's notice to leave tributes, photos, videos, light candles and for funeral arrangements Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application. 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. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. Bryan, He was passionate about helping others, and encouraging others in their careers, Nascar, fishing, and was an avid U.K. basketball fan. This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. Ernie Davis 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. He later received an Associate's Degree in Accounting from Iowa Lakes Community College in Estherville, IA. Ernie Davis remained in the half-back position. A different account of the banquet is given by John Brown. 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. As a sophomore, Davis led the 1959 Syracuse team to a national championship, capping an 110 season with a 2314 win over the Texas Longhorns in the 1960 Cotton Bowl Classic, where Davis was named Most Valuable Player. Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. He has a dreadful blood disorder, the worst kind of leukemia., Recalled Modell, still pained by the memory decades later: It was like somebody stuck a knife in me. With Brown and Davis in the same backfield, they thought, the offense would be unstoppable. No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. Close this window, and upload the photo(s) again. During the funeral, a message was received from President Kennedy, and it was read aloud to all of the people attending the service. Davis played football for coach Ben Schwartzwalder at Syracuse University from 1959 to 1961, and went on to national fame in each of those three seasons, twice winning first-team All-American honors. Yet the agonized and unanswerable question lingers: Why? Ernest R. Davis (born December 14, 1939 in New Salem, Pa., U.S., also known as the Elmira Express) is an American gridiron football player who won the 1963 Heisman Trophy and became the first African-American to do so Ernest Davis, 23, was an American football halfback who died from a heart attack in 1985. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. Davis won Syracuse's first Heisman thanks to a fine all-around season in 1961. Terms of Service apply. In the summer of 1962, Davis was diagnosed with acute monocytic leukemia and began receiving medical treatment. Page main body content. He later went on to attend Panhandle A & M where he was in the college. Davis was the first African American to win the Heisman Trophy. College Station, Texas 77845, in honor of Dr. Ernest Edwin Davis. He is the first black player to win a Heisman Trophy. https://www.biography.com/athlete/ernie-davis. This Was The Day The Movie \"The Express\", Based On A True Story Of Ernie's Life, Opened Nationwide. During the funeral, a message was received from President Kennedy . Each time he would call Modell and say, I know this is costing you a lot of money, but [the doctors] want me to have another treatment., On May 16, Davis wrote former teammate John Brown, Going to the hospital for a few days. He was a United States Army Veteran serving in Vietnam and was also a member of the National Guard. Family members linked to this person will appear here. American college football coach Bear Bryant won six national championships at the University of Alabama and retired with a then-record of 323 wins. (+) Neutral site. The Orangmen finished 10th in the polls and Davis won the Heisman as the nations top player. With good reason. Born in New Salem, Penn., Davis moved to Elmira, New York, when he was 12 and soon revealed himself to be quite an athlete. Anyone can read what you share. During his time at Syracuse, Davis wore the same number, 44, as had legendary Orangeman Jim Brown, helping to establish a tradition at the school that was acknowledged on November 12, 2005, when the school retired the number in an on-field ceremony. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. That same season, Elmira Star-Gazette sports writer Al Mallette coined the nickname for Davis, the "Elmira Express". Before tragedy struck, Davis was the hero of heroes on a football field. Davis capped his college career with 140 rushing yards in an MVP performance at the 1961 Liberty Bowl. Dr. Ernest E. Davis June 4, 1940 - November 4, 2021 Dr. Ernest Edwin Davis, 81, of College Station, passed away on Thursday, November 4, 2021. Terms of Service apply. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. Named for: Ernie Davis, class of 1962; two-time All-American college football selection and first African American to win Heisman Trophy (1961) . 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. Els and his partner Nick Price of Zimbabwe lost their four-ball match to Americans Davis Love III and Davis Duval 3 and 2. [1][2][3] Davis played college football for Syracuse University and was the first pick in the 1962 NFL Draft, where he was selected by the Washington Redskins, but was almost immediately traded to the Cleveland Browns. That changed in the early months of 1963. 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. After graduating from college, Ernie was drafted first overall by Washington in the 1962 draft, but quickly traded to the Cleveland Browns. [22] It was the most lucrative contract for an NFL rookie up to that time.[22]. Ernie co-owned Ernie Davis and Sons Mechanical, Inc, with his brother Jerry, which their father started in 1953. His commemorative statue now stands in front of the school named in his honor, Ernie Davis Academy. [19][20] The Redskins traded the rights to Davis to the Cleveland Browns for Bobby Mitchell and first-round draft pick Leroy Jackson. Funeral Services will be 3 p.m. Tuesday January 17, 2023 at Waters Funeral Home with Dr. C.W. The movie, which debuted in 2008, draws parallels between Robinson and Davis and the courage they mustered to overcome racial bigotry. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. Althea Gibson was the first African American tennis player to compete at the U.S. National Championships in 1950, and the first Black player to compete at Wimbledon in 1951. Davis had 2 interceptions that he returned for 73 yards on the season. Modell, I have dreadful news about Ernie Davis. Davis won Syracuse's first Heisman thanks to a fine all-around season in 1961. He was a United States Army Veteran serving in Vietnam and was also a member of the National Guard. 44 that Jim Brown made famous earlier and Floyd Little would embellish later. Ernie enjoyed ranching, hunting, playing golf, rodeos, and sports, especially his Aggie sports! RM 2D48N9W - South Africa's Ernie Els hits from behind a trees on the 8th hole during President's Cup play at the Robert Trent Jones Golf Club in Lake Manassas, October 21, 2000. At age eleven, he moved to Elmira, New York, to join his mother, who had remarried. Discrimination was prevalent in the American South and during Davis' Cotton Bowl visit to host city Dallas, Texas. Thousands attended the funeral which was sadly one of the biggest events in Elmira history. Ernie was born on August 2, 1920, in Eddyville, Iowa, the son of Jay and Martha (Newenhouse) Davis. 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. Although Davis' leukemia was in remission at the time, Brown felt letting him play would hurt team morale. He suffered from leukemia. Editor in chief Alexis O'Connell writes, " Ernie Davis Hall is a student favorite. By Sean Kirst | skirst@syracuse.com 041905 Davis.JPG Ernie. [21][22] Originally reported at $80,000, the contract, according to Davis's attorney, Tony DeFilippo, consisted of $80,000 for playing football, including a $15,000 signing bonus; $60,000 for ancillary rights, such as image marketing; and $60,000 for off-season employment. 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. I thought you might like to see a memorial for Ernie Davis I found on Findagrave.com. This Was The Day The Movie "The Express", Based On A True Story Of Ernie's Life, Opened Nationwide. Uploading 1 Photo. Davis didn't play during his freshman season at Syracuse, as was the rule at the time, though he dominated practices with his speed and power. He attended California State University, Fresno. There was an error deleting this problem. Prior to his retirement, Ernie was a mechanic by trade. 44, which had been worn by star halfbacks Davis, Brown and Floyd Little. 220 Rock Prairie Rd, Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family. He was born January 6, 1942 in Daviess County to the late Ernie Davis Sr. and Martine Purcell Davis. Items in the Price Guide are obtained exclusively from licensors and partners solely for our members research needs. 111 Broadway, Suite 103A One of the first African American college football stars, Kenny Washington was one of two Black athletes to reintegrate the NFL in 1946. 33, A Private Library Of Books In Fine Bindings By Riviere, Zaehnsdorf, Bedf, Choice Iowa Seeds 62nd Annual Catalog (1927), A Choice Selection Of Books, From A Private Library, 2023 - WorthPoint Corporation | 5 Concourse Parkway NE, Suite 2900. Born December 14, 1939, in New Salem, Pennsylvania, he was raised by his grandparents in Uniontown, a city outside Pittsburgh best known as the birthplace of General George C. Marshall. Ten months later, on May 18, 1963, Ernie Davis died of leukemia at 23 as football fans across the nation mourned. He was predeceased by : his father Ernie Davis Sr.. Why him? Biden doesnt intend to defend Americas borders, Our woke cultures glamorization of obesity, World Trade Organization is worse than useless, The Cleveland Browns prize rookie halfback and Heisman Trophy winner appeared sluggish and slow as he played in the Coaches All-American all-star game in Buffalo in late June 1962 so much so that Browns owner Art Modell asked, Whats wrong with him?, Afterward, the player returned to his hometown of Elmira, N.Y., and told a friend, Im tired, and my gums are bleeding. Ernie L Davis was born on May 26, 1980, and died at age 24 years old on August 20, 2004. New York, NY, 10006. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. He had appointments with the Texas Agricultural Extension Service and the Texas Agricultural Experiment Station, providing him the flexibility to do more applied research to assist his county Extension programs. In August, Davis was introduced before a preseason game at Cleveland Stadium and drew a thunderous ovation from a crowd of more than 70,000. Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. 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. In the southern-tier region of New York, the best high-school football players, in their final year of eligibility, are invited to play in the Ernie Davis Classic. But when his career comes to an end, he makes college football history as . For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. [As I left the hospital], he said, Check you later, Brown recalled. As a subscriber, you have 10 gift articles to give each month. There is no photo or video of Ernie Davis. Number of electors: 1,091 - Announced: November 28, 1961. Rob Brown plays Davis, with Dennis Quaid portraying Davis' Syracuse University coach, Ben Schwartzwalder. Terms of Use / Privacy Policy / Manage Newsletters, The NFL, the U.S. Congress and doing what is right, Click Streamline your workflow with our best-in-class digital asset management system. 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. Verify and try again. . College Football Player. He was born January 6, 1942 in Daviess County to the late Ernie Davis Sr. and Martine Purcell Davis. SB/RCS. In his junior year, 1960, he set a record of 7.8 yards per carry and was the third leading rusher in the country with 877 yards, having rushed for 100 yards in six of nine games. Although Ernie did not have an "official" teaching appointment, Ernie enjoyed working with and mentoring students while at Texas A&M. Service map data OpenStreetMap contributors. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. He became a member of the show in 1991, he served All Breeds and International Committees, serving as Chairman, Junior Commercial Steer, and continued to serve as a Lifelong Member and Lifelong Director. Please reset your password. He played baseball, basketball and football at Elmira Free Academy, earning high school All-American honors in the latter two sports. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. Lived: 53 years. Thinking of you at this sad time.- H, Irene and family. Organise, control, distribute, and measure all of your digital content. Your Scrapbook is currently empty. He lay in state in the Neighborhood House in Elmira where more than 10,000 mourners passed by in tribute. Movies. Ernie Davis Jr., 80 of Philpot, passed away peacefully Wednesday, June 29, 2022, at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. Ernest R. Davis, 23, died of leukemia on May 18, 1963. Shortly after signing and before he suited up for his first pro game, Ernie was struck down by leukemia. This memorial website was created in memory of Ernie Davis, 53, born on December 22, 1919 and passed away on January 0, 1973. Year should not be greater than current year. 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. 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