Willock family shares statement following son's fatal car crash
ATHENS, Ga. — Roy Willey of Go Big Injury Lawyers held a press conference on behalf of the family of Devin Willock Thursday afternoon in front of the Athens-Clarke County Clerk of State & Superior Courts in downtown Athens. There he shared the following statement on behalf of Devin’s parents, Dave and Sharlene Willock.
First we would like to thank the city of Athens and the overwhelming support of the Georgia and New Jersey football communities, fans, teammates, coaches and friends over the past few days. As there are no words that can be found to describe the grief that we are experiencing with our loss, the support of all those that have said kind words and shared loving memories of Devin has helped us during this time. What we would like everyone to know is that Devin was more than just a football player. He was a trusted friend, a supportive and loving brother, a dedicated student and a wonderful son. Devin’s infectious personality and loving smile is one that no one who met or saw him will ever forget. He was a young man that was not solely driven by football. He was driven by his love of others and his desire to fulfill his future. He is someone that we know people that met him will never forget, not because of this tragedy but because of the positive experiences, influences and interactions that they had with him. To know Devin simply was to love him, and being the amazing young man that he was, Devin gave nothing but love and positivity to those around him. We also ask that you keep Chandler LeCroy’s family in your thoughts and prayers, along with Warren McClendon and Tory Bowles, that they man be fully healed. Although we will never be able to truly get over this moment, your prayers, thoughts and memories of Devin continue to give us strength during this time. Thank you, Dave and Sharlene Willock.
During the press conference, Willey did not field questions from the media on hand and no indication was given as to whether or not the Willock family plans to pursue legal ramifications for Devin’s death. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reported earlier that they did not plan to do so, however also stated that Devin’s father, Dave, was not aware of any press conference occurring. Willey did state that a memorial service and funeral for Devin would be held next week but did not provide specific details as to when and where those would occur.
