Death Of A Bronco....

.....18 days ago, a 24 year old man..... one who always had a smile for everyone..... one who had a brilliantly promising career in the NFL and one who was a friend of mine, was murdered in a drive-by shooting here in Denver.

Darrent Williams, #27, corner back for the Denver Broncos, after attending a New Year's Eve Party and fund raiser at a local night club, left the club in a rented stretch Hummer limo, with friends and other Broncos in the early hours of the morning, January 1, 2007. Darrent had only 3 minutes to live.

Being in that neighborhood earlier today, I re-traced the Hummer's route of only 4 blocks that night, and took some photos. For what reason, I'm not sure? Perhaps it was a way for me to feel closer to a fallen friend, perhaps as my own private memorial to Darrent.

I never got to know his family, his 7 year old son Darius, or the Mother of his child, but I got to know Darrent very well......for that I am eternally grateful. He was the consumate friend, jokster, and a genuinely warm gentleman!

Perhaps this is my Memorial To Darrent Williams. I just want everyone who I know, to know Darrent......and perhaps say a prayer for his family. Thanks in advance for looking!

PHOTO#1 - The 2nd floor night club called "Shelter", located in a 19th century fur company building.
PHOTO#2 - The 3 block route the Hummer limo took, before turning, towards the murder scene just another 1/2 block away.
PHOTO#3 - The spot where the cowardly shooter in another vehicle, pulled up beside the limo as it was stopped for a red light, and unloaded 15 rounds into the Hummer, wounding two, and instantly killing Darrent.
PHOTO#4 - My FRIEND
PHOTO#5 - Memorial To A Fallen Nice Guy

[JoAnne]

What a nice tribute.

[Dick from IA]

That's a very nice tribute to your friend, Chuck.

I watched the game that day and was sad the Broncos missed out (been a fan since the franchise began). Then the unfortunate death of Darrent put the game in its' true perspective-it's just a game.

Sometimes, for some reason, when you play by all the rules, you still end up losing. Such was Darrent's fate. I know he's missed by family, friends, and fans alike.

Dick

[JohnWPA]

Very nice tribute Chuck.... this was such a sad and cowardly act...I'm praying not only for the family but for the capture of who done this!

God bless
John

[Electronic 49er]

Thanks for sharing your feelings and photos with us Chuck. I am very sorry for your loss.