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for Lee WILSON
james larry
June 26, 2023
In 1966 I moved to Hartford from Chicago, Illinois to be a help to my older sister. I was a freshman in high school and didn´t know anyone in Hartford. Somewhere during my brief stay in Hartford I crossed paths with Lee Otis. I was from Chicago so I had seen my share of great basketball player but I had never seen a basketball player shoot the ball like Lee Otis. We became best friends the year I was there. He was a great basketball player and even better person. This was over 50 years ago but I never forgot my friend Lee Otis. This month I am returning to Hartford and want to look my friend up only to find out that my friend had passed. To the family of Lee Wilson I want to say that I am so sorry for your loss he was a great friend to me when I needed a friend.
March 31, 2019
Gone but not forgotten! Hard to believe 8 years have passed since that day the Lord called you home. Til we meet again. Rest In Peace. I love you
Pumpkin
February 14, 2012
Happy Valentines Day in Heaven my love! I will always love you.
Pumpkin
October 22, 2011
To my love...I miss you so much each and everyday. My love for you will never cease, rest in peace. Til we meet again Love always your wife a.k.a
Pumpkin
Sharon Johnson-Jenkins
July 25, 2011
I just heard of Lee's passing; Hartford is so small and sometimes news travels slowly; my deepest sympathy to the entire family; I've known Lee for years from Brackett Northeast, and the Westland Street neighborhood, he will be missed. May Almighty God give you the comfort you need during this sorrowful time.
Cleaven Royster
July 24, 2011
Lee I will miss him.a true baller.Weaver Graduate ,We played many basketball games,all hard .l will never forget your Uconn days ,we were so proud of you.I knowGod has a spot on his team for you.RIP GodBless
Samuel Harrison
May 29, 2011
Just got the news today,.. wow. It has been a long time since I have seen Lee Otis. We all know he was an iconic athlete. A basketball player with range on his jump shot from half court on in..and that's for real. I most remember him during a game at Weaver High he stoped his play got into the balcony section, and saved my sister from an asault.. that is the kind of man he was... I also remember him & I playing & beating Steve Harris & Preston Jackson 2 on 2 at UCONN during the black student summer session.. that brings a smile to my face.. that was a happy time with me and my friend Lee Otis Wilson.. I weep now.. but I'll see you again Lee.. We are praying for the rest of the Wilson family..we love you.
Virginia Pertillar
May 2, 2011
To The Wilson Family,
My prayers are with you during this time of transition. I only heard today of the departure of my friend Lee Otis. He gave me the needed encouragement to stand up for myself while we were attending Brackett Northeast School. I will always remember Lee. God Bless each of you. Love to you all.
Marsha Tolliver
April 20, 2011
Daphne,
I just heard about Lee. My deepest and sincere sympathy to you and your family. May God bless and keep you strong during your time of sorrow.
Norman Bailey
April 16, 2011
On behalf of the Bailey/Copes Family we send your our deepest sympathy. GOD BLESS YOU - Norman Bailey
Chris Burton
April 11, 2011
Lee Otis was not only a good athlete but a good person. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Keith Knight
April 10, 2011
To Daphne and the entire Wilson Family,
It is with much regret that I send my condolences to you all on behalf of the Knight Family.
I grew up with and played against Lee Otis. I was one of the HPHS ball players that was on the losing end of that classic 1971 basketball game for the State Championship.
Lee Otis was more than just a gifted athlete he was a good friend. I will surely miss him. Lee Otis is now in the presence of the lord, where we all long to be. Find comfort in the kind words and memories we have all shared and know that we too bear the cross with you.
Much love,
Sandra Carter Brown
April 8, 2011
Daphne and Family,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family on the passing of your husband. May God grant you peace and comfort during this time and give you strength to go on. You are loved and in my thoughts.
Pauline Williams
April 8, 2011
Praying that God will Keep you in Perfect Peace during this most difficult time and Always.
Deaconess Pauline Williams, The First Cathedral
Sandra Beth Heath
April 8, 2011
To the Wilson Family,
I was both shocked and saddened to read about the passing of Lee Otis. I was a classmate of his at Weaver High School. I remember him always being a gentleman. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
April 8, 2011
you will be dearly missed but never forgotten. I love you from Cedric Wilson
Miguel F. King Jr.
April 8, 2011
To: The Wilson Family, "Gone But Not Forgotten." It never easy when you lose a love one. Lee will truly be miss by family and friends. I thank the Lord for the memories that we share. We all are here for a season and we understand the cycle. But sometime we are not ready to let go. But the Lord know best. No more hurt or pain. I will keep his memories alive in my heart. Always remember that death cannot kill our love, and hands cannot bury it. So on this homecoming celebration I give God the glory and praise for a life well-lived. Always remember his priceless gift he left you with. His love is our forever. Remember to comfort one another with these scriptures. (1Thessalonians 4:16-17-18) Please remember you're not alone. The Lord is with you at all times. Prayer is one of the highest expressions of love. Our family will keep you're family in prayer during this difficult loss. May the Lord continue to watch over your family. On behalf of The King Family, we are sending you our love. Miguel
Stephanie Jarrett-Manson
April 7, 2011
Daphne & Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We love you and is here for you. Please know that we pray God's grace and mercy surround you and keep you as you mourn the passing of Lee.
Martin & Stephanie Manson
Jo-Ann Hughes-Bellamy
April 7, 2011
To Daphne,children & the entire Wilson Family:
To God be the glory! As you prepare to celebrate the life of your loved one, remember He makes no mistakes and only takes the best. Yes, Lee Otis is absent from his flesh, but now he's present with Him. As you morn your love one, remember your tears are part of the healing process. Trust Him and He will give you comfort and understanding that Lee Otis has finished what He set forth for him to do on this side. On Friday, April 8th, I and so many others will celebrate with you all Lee Otis life. We will praise Him for His goodness and grace; thank Him for His mercy and love and throughout the celebration we will be reminded not that Lee Otis died, but that he lived and left great memories. Blessings & Love. Your Sister in Christ. Jo-Ann Hughes-Bellamy & Family
Jibrelle Williams
April 7, 2011
To My Family The Wilsons:
I am very greatful that I had a chance to spend time with my big cousin during our family reunion in Delray last July! Lee Otis was amazed at how well I knew all the line dances saying "Girl you sure can dance!" That's the memory I want to keep close to me of him. Visioning him, Bert, Kim, Doretha smiling and having fun!
See You someday Cuz!
Jibrelle
Jeff Carr
April 7, 2011
Lee Otis "Mr. UNity" We playey allot of ball together."Us Hartford Guys Have To Stick Together" You always said.No better player than Lee Otis.Sorry to see you go.
Alan D
April 7, 2011
Lee Otis Wilson - thank you for the memories and all your efforts...
Alan - a UConn fan
Lloyd Mathis
April 7, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Denisa Calloway-Sheets
April 7, 2011
To Daphne and Family,
We are sorry to hear of your loss and our hearts go out to you at this time and the days ahead.
Please let us know if there's anything we can do to help.
The First Cathedral Diaconate Breavement Care Ministry
Maxine Langston
April 7, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Wayne L. Johnson
April 6, 2011
To the Wilson Family,
I am extremely sadden by Lee Otis' passing. He was a long time friend from my high school years and I have fond memories of playing ball all day and just hanging out with him. Lee Otis always had a great sense of humor and was a loyal friend. I was also very happy that I was able to reconnect with Lee Otis at church over the past couple of years after a long period of losing contact with him. May God bless you at this difficult time.
Rodney Bass
April 6, 2011
I was etremely sadden to hear of the passing of Lee otis. Lee was my team mate at UCONN.An outstanding ball player , a tough competitor,and a friend. Rest in Peace my brother.
Mary A. Williams-Mitchell
April 6, 2011
To The Wilson Family,
Sadden to hear of the passing of Lee Otis. I remember Lee Otis from home room freshman year @ Weaver High. A gentleman and fun guy. May God Bless you.
Patricia Adams
April 6, 2011
On behalf the Weaver High Class of 1971 we wish to express our most hearfelt condolences on the passing of Lee Otis. I remember the days at the old Weaver High and that infamous jump shot. He and the team gave us a wonderful victory over HPHS. We are preparing for our 40th class reunion and our hearts are saddened to know he won't be with us in body but we will memmoralize him in spirit. May you take comfort in knowing the God we serve will comfort and keep you in this hour of sorrow. pATT Adams President "71" WHS and the WHS Class Reunion Committee
Myron Goggins
April 6, 2011
My Dearest Daphne and Family,
I acknowledge you as part of my family because we shared a common bond with the passing of Lee Otis.
I felt like he was a true brother of mind since we shared the same birthday. He will be missed greatly and our thoughs and prayers are with you and your family in this most trying hour.
Please continue to think of all the good things that he represented and I am sure that you will have a smile on your face for the rest of your life.
Carol Allison
April 6, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the Wilson family- I went to high school with Lee Otis. He was one of the nicest people you would ever want to meet, not to mention a awesome basketball player.
CARLA GOMEZ MIMS
April 6, 2011
To the Family of Lee Otis,
I was truly sorrow to hear of the passing of Lee Otis. I went to High School with Lee Otis and he was always a very pleasant person. God Bless you all and may he give you peace and strength in your time of sorrow.
Debra King-Cummings
April 6, 2011
To the family of Lee Otis Wilson - He will truly be missed by all - I hadn't seen him in years but he was a pleasure to know in high school - My thoughts and prayers are with you
April 6, 2011
Dear Daphne & Family,
We are so sadden to hear of the passing of Lee Otis. Our Thoughts & Prayers go out to you All.
Alton & Diane Latney, Newington,CT.
Charles W. Jr. and Nancy Frederick
April 6, 2011
To the Wilson family, we were sorry to hear about the passing of Lee Otis. He was a good friend to me and I loved watching him shoot jump shots back in the day when he would come down to Bellevue Square and play ball. Take comfort in knowing that "Weeping may endure for a night, but JOY cometh in the morning!"
GOD Bless you all.
Chuckie and Nancy Frederick
P. Haberern
April 6, 2011
I remember Lee Otis from his time at UCONN and played a few pickup games against him. He always said hello whenever we passed on campus. Even after all these years I remember him as a fierce competitor on the court and a gentleman off it.
Please accept my condolences on your loss.
Dennis Cole
April 6, 2011
Daphne and Family,
It is with a heavy heart that I send my condolences and prayers to you and your Family on the passing of your Husband. I met you last year when I was home for Haywood's funeral. Lee, Haywood and I grew up together. When you saw one, you saw the others. Although we grew apart as we got older, I still have great memories, and still love both as if they were my blood brothers. My brothers are now at peace. Remember, THE LORD MAKES NO MISTAKES!!!
God bless!
April 6, 2011
Wilson Family a good man that we all miss Lee O James Mayo Bloomfield,Ct.
Chuck Knight
April 6, 2011
To Daphne and the Wilson Family, my sincere condolences for the lost of your Husband. I knew Lee most of my life. We grew up together, attended Weaver High School and University of Connecticut together. May God continue to bless you, comfort you, and provide you strength during this time of sorrow.
Sincerely
Shirley Amos-Cooper
April 6, 2011
To the Wilson Family,
I am so sorry to hear to Lee Otis passing. Take comfort in the many memories you shared. Be Blessed Wilson Family.
April 6, 2011
Daphne & Family,
Sorry to hear of your husband's passing. My prayers goes out to you and your family. Please keep/enjoy your memories.
May God continue to bless and keep you.
Hattie M. Roberts
Rocky Hill, CT
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