Homicide victimâs family wants his life remembered
By Adrian Walker Globe Columnist,Updated February 14, 2021, 7:41 p.m.
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His name was Brandon Williams, and he was a father, son, boyfriend, and dedicated employee.
Earlier this month Williams became a homicide victim in Dorchester, and his killing â he was shot to death in a parked car â sparked a controversy that was about everything except what it should have been about.
His death was essentially announced by his neighbor, Boston City Councilor Julia Mejia, and somehow turned into a story dominated by Mejia herself.
In a series of social media posts, Mejia used the occasion of Williamsâs death to call attention to what she referred to as a community âliving in fearâ of violence. This was punctuated by a since-deleted Facebook Live post by Mejia from the scene of the crime that night, widely regarded as insensitive and intrusive.
Brandon D. Williams
The family of 32-year-old Brandon D. Williams who was shot to death on Evans Street on the night of Feb. 4 released a statement through attorney Stephenie Everett on Friday. The family held a private memorial service for him today.
The statement reads: On February 4, 2021, our beloved son, devoted father, and adored family member, Brandon D. Williams, was taken from us suddenly. We are so grateful for everyone that has reached out to offer your prayers and support. Brandon was a beautiful soul that will be missed by all who ever had the opportunity to meet him. Brandon was born on October 25, 1988 to Stephanie Giles and Willie T. Williams, Jr. Brandon was the oldest of 4 children and proudly held the title of big brother. In 1990, Brandon and Willie moved from Boston to Jacksonville, Florida. Brandon graduated from Jean Ribault High School in 1998. A year ago, his daughter was hospitalized and Brandon moved back to Boston to care for her. Brandon worked 3