During his stint as coach of the ABA's Virginia Squires, Musselman "antagonized so-called problem playersand docile ones," according to a January 3, 1981, article in The New York Times. He lived in South Range for a short time before moving to Skanee, MI and being adopted by Dayton Barnett. 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Blazers president Bob Whitsitt said Musselman was "always focused, whether it was basketball, his children, his wife, or a fan who interrupted his dinner for an autograph. There was an incident during the 1971-72 season when Taylor and Behagen assaulted Ohio State center Luke Witte. William G Musselman of Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania County, Virginia was born on July 23, 1939. Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. Failed to report flower. That was as good as going to the playoffs. Published by Memorial Chapel Funeral & Cremation Service - Hancock on Jan. 8, 2023. A funeral service was held on Wednesday, January 11th 2023 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the B&B. In lieu of flowers, gifts in his memory can be made to the charity of your choice. Visitation Friday 3pm to David Kessler's top 4 tips for dealing with holiday grief. Box 368, Houghton, MI 49931 | 906-482-1500. He also coached the Cleveland Cavaliers for two seasons and had a record of 233-84 as a college coach at Ashland, Minnesota and South Alabama. William Harry "Bill" MusselmanJanuary 23, 1937 - August 21, 2022William Harry "Bill" Musselman, of Salem, passed from this life to greater glory on Sunday afternoon, August 21, 2022.Bill was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Norma Jean Jackson Musselman and his parents, Harry and Kathleen Musselman.Among the life experiences that were most valued by Bill were his work: his early salesmanship in housing, then 45 years as an employee at a Salem office equipment dealer, including many years service as President of the Company until his retirement. He was the beloved husband for 62 years of S. Jane (Bittner) Musselman. William Musselman William L. Musselman Jr. of Troy Pa., formerly of Warrington, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2012. Musselman's roster included Rodney Monroe, Ronnie Grandison, Clinton Wheeler, Dave Jamerson, Brook Steppe, Tod Murphy, and Ralph McPherson. Please enter your email address and we will send you an email with a reset password code. On October 8, 1997, after two successful seasons as head coach at the University of South Alabama, Musselman returned to the NBA as an assistant with the Portland Trail Blazers, under Mike Dunleavy Sr. This marked the first time in his professional coaching career that he served as an assistant. Kevin was the loving son of William Musselman and the late Bonnie Kelly and step son of Angela Dearing and Lucy Musselman loved brother of Becca,Lilly, Saxon, Keira and Tammy. 1 week ago According to the book Obsession, by Bill Heller, Musselman signed a three-year contract worth more than $135,000, considerably more than the $23,000 salary he had received at the University of Minnesota. A week after the ABA's San Diego franchise folded on November 11, 1975, Musselman was hired to coach the league's Virginia Squires. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed }. Close this window, and upload the photo(s) again. We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time. Biography: William H. Bill Musselman, 58 of Bucyrus passed away on Sunday February 21, 2016 at Kindred Hospital in Mansfield. As he recalled it, he told his players: ''You guys haven't beaten anybody. Enter your phone number above to have directions sent via text. At Wittenberg University, Musselman, 5 feet 10 inches and 175 pounds, lettered in basketball, football and baseball. With only a few months before the start of the 1965-66 season, Musselman was promoted to head coach. William L. Barnett, age 87, passed away on January 6th, 2023 at Baraga County Memorial Hospital. They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel. Eric Musselman is an assistant coach with the Orlando Magic. Rochester, Olmsted County, Minnesota, USA. But the 29 wins under Musselman were a high-water mark for the T-wolves, who failed to top 29 wins until 1996-97. He was a creature of habit. On July 28, 1975, Musselman left the college ranks to join the pro game when he was hired to coach the San Diego Sails of the American Basketball Association. I want my business where there's three other guys doing the same thing.''. [7] Although the Wolves lost the game 106-96, it resulted in Breuer scoring a career high 40 points.[8]. A system error has occurred. That's one thing that Musselman always gave us: a chance to win. He is survived by his wife and children, brother John (Brenda Taylor) Musselman andsister Lee (Alan) Curtis of Windsor, Ontario as well as beloved nieces and nephewsCarrie, Sean, Reilly, Scott, Dayna, Darren, Angela and Jesse. You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. Sidney Lowe, an assistant coach of the Timberwolves who played on three of Musselman's C.B.A. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. They were the first father and son to hold the title of NBA head coach. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. There were no excuses with him -- you had to play hard every night.". Try again later. The Squires went 15-68 on the season and disbanded on May 10, 1976. Once, he was asked the most irrational thing he had ever done. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. On April 10, 1952, Don was united in marriage to Evelyn Ritsema. ''He wants guys he can put together like a chain, linked.''. So many stories and good times..His Windsor buddies will have lots more to say at his memorial back here in the spring. Please enter valid email address to continue. Henry David Musselman, Jr., 72, of Carlisle passed away Friday, October 15th, 2010 at Holy Spirit Hospital. The cause of death was heart and kidney failure, a Mayo Clinic spokesman said. If youre in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. Eileen was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Marie Smith; brothers: Cecil, Joe, and Frank; sisters-in-law: Pat Smith, Marvel Smith, and Luella Smith; and brothers-in-law: Dick Martin and Bill Musselman. Write your message of sympathy today. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. Learn more about merges. Obituary Print Don passed away July 9, 2011 at Bronson Methodist Hospital and went to his heavenly home. "He had a very humorous side to him that I think a lot of people didn't see," Lowe said. Would you like to offer William Arnold Musselmans loved ones a condolence message? As much as Bill loved his work and working with employees at the firm, Bill was always a 'cheerleader', bringing out the best in anyone who had any ability in business. The Memorial Chapel Funeral & Cremation Service - Hancock Chapel has been assisting the family. ", During Musselman's illness, Whitsitt said, he "never uttered a word of self-pity, never said 'why me' or 'it's not fair.' He was known for his trademark intensity, once being quoted as saying, "Defeat is worse than death because you have to live with defeat." Musselman had a lower profile when he left South Alabama after two turbulent seasons to join the Trail Blazers as one of Mike Dunleavy's assistants. In 1958 he was drafted by the Army and served through 1960. Dearest aunt to many. "I think a lot of people probably see Bill as that guy on the sidelines, intense, up and down the floor, up and down the bench, but I don't know if a lot of people saw the other side of Bill," said Sidney Lowe, an assistant Timberwolves coach who played three years for Musselman in the CBA. Following his success in the CBA, on August 23, 1988, Musselman was hired as the head coach of the expansion Minnesota Timberwolves. Consider offering these words of comfort if you're not sure what's appropriate. Led by Randy Ayers and Gus Bailey, Reno lost to Herb Brown's Tucson Gunners, four games to three, in the 1979 championship. Terms of Service apply. WILLIAM MUSSELMAN OBITUARY. He had owned and operated Musselman & Son cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. He was an American basketball coach in the NCAA, the ABA, the WBA, the CBA and the NBA. They worried more about the next payroll than they did about the next practice. Expand the Memories and Condolences form. OH 44820. Treasured grandmother of Ava and Nathan Shaw and soon to be arriving baby Musselman. In two seasons, he led the Jaguars to the 1997 NCAA tournament after turning the program around from a 9-18 record. The following season (197273), Musselman guided the Gophers to a 21-5 mark. In an ESPN.com article,[9] Rosen describes a scene after a game between Rosen's CBA team and Musselman's Tampa Bay club: "We were involved in a tight game at Tampa Bay. ", In a May 8, 2000, letter to the editor of The Minnesota Daily, the newspaper of the University of Minnesota, Dr. R. Galen Hanson wrote, "By far far and away the memories I will always have of coach Bill Musselman is that he is one of the most unforgettable people I have ever met: winner, writer, teacher, coach. We remained good friends through the years . CHARLES J. MUSSELMAN January 14, 1960 May 28, 2022 Charles J. Musselman, 62, Duncansville, passed away Saturday morning at West Penn Hospital, Pittsburgh. Privacy Policy and Musselman had been a head coach in four pro leagues - the NBA, Continental Basketball Association, American Basketball Association and Western Basketball Association. Drag images here or select from your computer for William Clifford Bill Musselman memorial. His father, Clifford Musselman, was an auto mechanic and band promoter. Interment will take place at Sunset Memorial Gardens, Bismarck. In Dave Paterson. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers Curtis and Randy and nephew Dennis Musselman. It's surprising how much a musical selection can affect mourning. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. He was born in Detroit, MI on July 17th, 1935 to Edward Bohn and Bertha Wayrynen. While coach of the Cleveland Cavaliers, Musselman, whom The New York Times once described as "hot tempered," was criticized for his "disciplinary tactics," according to the Times. Musselman went 4-22 with the Squires before he was replaced by Jack Ankerson on January 21, 1976. He was born in Roaring Spring, son of the late Kenneth and Virginia (Smith) Musselman. 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