Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. I dont get to Rockaway Boulevard too much anymore. [1]:39. Wendell Ladner, a 26yearold forward with the New York Nets of the American Basketball Association for the last two seasons, was known for his rollicking style of play. English I wrote of the mustachioed bull on a basketball court: Wendell doesnt know the meaning of the word fear. But, then, he doesnt know the meaning of many other words.. He resigned from the army in 1954 as a captain to enter the family company, then headed by his father, who is now chairman emeritus. WebWendell Ladner attended North Central in Hancock, Mississippi and Southern Miss. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. Mr. Ravitch, a Yale Law School graduate, tended to negotiate the financing with bankers and dealing with bureaucratic red tape. 3 death records. Goodwin was one of the 17 pitchers allowed to continue throwing the spitball after it was outlawed in 1920. Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. 
Anyone can read what you share. "He could be a big asset in a fast-break attack. From 1972 to 1974, Wendell Ladner was a fan favorite with the Kentucky Colonels. WebWendell Larry Ladner. All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. What is Wendell's ethnicity and where did his parents, grandparents & great-grandparents come from? Played for the Memphis Pros, the Carolina Cougars, the Kentucky Colonels and the New York Nets of the American Baskeball Association between 1970 and 1975. 
Believed to be the first pro athlete killed in a plane crash. He was appointed to the United States Military Academy at West Point, where he received an engineering degree in 1946. He was sidelined until midJanuary and played in only 25 games. But it should have exposed the real stories of the ABA and could have been an all-time sports movie. 
July 24, 1966 Golfer Tony Lema, who won the 1964 British Open, took a plane from the PGA Championship to an exhibition tournament in Lincolnshire, Illinois. Plus, the team and league were terrific. Death. WebHis good looks prompted the Kentucky front office to market a Ladner "beefcake" poster (above) to the Colonels' female fans . ", Ladner almost decided to chuck basketball in favor of football in college. The poster pleased and tickled him to no end, said David Vance, the assistant general manager of the Colonels. In 1956, by the time he was merely 8 years old, this was the year that the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley, became an international sensation. Semi-Pro is semi-good. "I know one thing," said Barry. [1]:1, The flight departed from Moisant Field at 13:19 Eastern Daylight Time[b] with 124 people on board, including 116 passengers and 8 crew. Nov. 14, 1970 -- 36 Marshall University football players, when the aircraft crashed into a hill just short of the Tri-State Airport in Ceredo, W. Va., killing all 75 people on board. Wendell died at 27. [2] After the initial impact, the plane banked to the left and continued to strike the approach lights until it burst into flames and scattered the wreckage along Rockaway Boulevard, which runs along the northeast perimeter of the airport. He grew up at Nescaise Crossing, Miss., where his father was a cotton grower. The rest of the game was not broadcast. [1]:2, At 15:53, Flight 66 was switched to another frequency for final approach to Runway 22L. "I never watched my weight in college," he recalls. He e-mailed me recently. [3] [4] For many years, the Nets included his name and number in their list of retired numbers, though Ladner's no. Friends can be as close as family. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. 4 did not hang in the rafters with the other retired numbers. Elvis scandalized adults and thrilled teens. It was more of a spoof on Cosmopolitan than a lewd kind of photo, since he had his uniform pants on.. [1]:1 The crash was determined to be caused by wind shear caused by a microburst, but the failure of the airport and the flight crew to recognize the severe weather hazard was also a contributing factor. 40 records found for Wendell Ladner Rd, Perkinston, MS 39573. [1]:3, The NTSB published its final report on March 12, 1976, determining the following probable cause of the accident:[5], The National Transportation Safety Board determines that the probable cause of this accident was the aircraft's encounter with adverse winds associated with a very strong thunderstorm located astride the ILS localizer course, which resulted in high descent rate into the non-frangible approach light towers. 
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When we share what we know, together we discover more. Erving called Ladner his wackiest teammate because he wanted to be Burt Reynolds with a basketball. That Eastern Airlines plane crash on Rockaway Boulevard in Queens on June 24, 1975, 41 years ago, killed 115. 6 Oct 1948. "If you were trying to hurt me, you would have done a better job of it.". Include gps location with grave photos where possible. 
An email has been sent to the person who requested the photo informing them that you have fulfilled their request, There is an open photo request for this memorial. [1]:39. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. I had been waiting eagerly for the comedy, which stars Will Ferrell and Woody Harrelson and bounces through the final season of the American Basketball Association and the (fictional) Flint Tropics. Biographies are our place to remember and discover more about the people important to us. Name + "Statistics" Translations. You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. Oops, something didn't work. Select the pencil to add details. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. Death. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. Select the next to any field to update. Feb. 6, 1958 -- Eight members of the English soccer team Manchester United were killed when the plane they chartered to bring them back from a European Cup match against Red Star Belgrade in Yugoslavia crashed after taking off from Riem Airport in Munich. We'd get a wagonload of wood and pile it by our house. You may not upload any more photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 20 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 5 photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 30 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 15 photos to this memorial. At this time, the bottles on the top of the cooler were made of glass. In its final report, the NTSB explained that at the time, 49 CFR 830.2 defined "fatal injury" as an injury that results in death within 7 days of an accident. Ladner? Ladner died at the age of 26 in the June 24, 1975, crash of Eastern Air Lines Flight 66. Ladner family member is 69. Who is Wendell Ladner to you? You can always change this later in your Account settings. Edgar Allen Gordon Bright Sr., a banker and one of the leading citizens of New Orleans was traveling with his wife, the former Ethel Fox, on the jetliner that crashed. Best known for replacing an injured Tommie Frazier during the 1994 season and leading the Cornhuskers to seven consecutive wins and to the Orange Bowl national championship game against the Miami Hurricanes, Berringer died two days before the NFL draft when the plane he was piloting crashed in Raymond, Neb. 
Bishop Noland was 58 years old and lived in New Orleans. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. The ?? Dr. Julio Alban Holguin, an authority on community medicine, was en route to New York for consultation with members of the Mount Sinai School of Medicine's department of community medicine. In our early 20s and single, Wendell and I were in a bar on Miami Beach when two women walked in and waved at him. A 6ft 5in (1.96m) and 220 pounds (100kg) forward, Ladner was one of the great "enforcers" of the American Basketball Association, protecting Dan Issel of the Kentucky Colonels and Julius Erving of the New York Nets. I saw him when he played in high school at North Hancock Central (Miss.) cemeteries found in Necaise, Hancock County, Mississippi, USA will be saved to your photo volunteer list. At the time of the trade, New York trailed Kentucky in the Eastern Division standings. "Statistics" is included to allow non-English speakers to find our pages. Sketches of Some of the Prominent People Killed in Kennedy Air Crash, https://www.nytimes.com/1975/06/26/archives/sketches-of-some-of-the-prominent-people-killed-in-kennedy-air.html. WebHis good looks prompted the Kentucky front office to market a Ladner "beefcake" poster (above) to the Colonels' female fans . Oops, we were unable to send the email. When youre a kid, your urgency spikes when you hear the jet went down on a street youd been on a busy, well-known street you still warmly recollect. The Times Picayune awarded him its Loving Cup in 1966. Mr. Ladner, a 6foot 5inch, 235pounder who wore a handlebar mustache, loved attention and received it from the fans, especially women, who referred to him as Wondeful Wendell. While playing in Kentucky he had a risqu poster made of himself. Note, this is done in an automated way, so we apologize for any errors, & please report any suggested corrections. It was an honor to make it the only rookie on the West team. Wendell dived for a ball over the press table. [1] Failed to delete memorial. Help paint a picture of Wendell so that he is always remembered. [1]:3 At 16:02, the crew was told to contact the JFK tower controller for landing clearance. "I like the way he rebounds and gets the ball out in a hurry," said Babe McCarthy. He entered the army as a second lieutenant, and served with the 11th Airborne Division in Japan from 1947 to 1949 and with the 76th Engineering Construction Battalion in Korea in 195354, where he was awarded the Bronze Star. Johnny Neumann, the most heralded scorer in the South since Pete Maravich, signed a reported five-year, $2 million contract with the Memphis Pros. Iveson B. Noland, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Louisiana, was reported by a colleague to have been en route to New York to attend a meeting of church leaders. If it happens, you are prepared. Johnny Neumann, the most heralded scorer in the South since Pete Maravich, signed a reported five-year, $2 million contract with the Memphis Pros. I just wanted to make the team. Not nearly as talented as Charlie Scott or Dan Issel, and certainly not as well known, he nevertheless made his mark as one of the most promising newcomers on the scene. When youre a kid, a headline about plane crash seizes you. However, out of respect to Ladner, Nets trainer Fritz Massmann had not issued No. 
We have set your language to "The flames went up in the air about 500 or 600 feet. He dragged back to the court all the equipment of the teams radio announcer. Wendell crashed into the cooler, bursting it, and ended up with 60 stitches. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. Ladner died at the age of 26. Ladner died at the age of 26 in the June 24, 1975, crash of Eastern Air Lines Flight 66. Burial. He had some impressive statistics at Southern Mississippi, but he always weighed about 245 pounds and stayed in close to the basket. Pierce, Fenner & Smith in New York for three years after that. Death: June 24, 1975 (26) Jamaica, Queens County, New York, United States (Eastern Air Lines Flight 66 crash at John F. Kennedy International Airport) Place of Burial: Necaise, Hancock County, Mississippi, United States. Wendell was flying to New York to begin workouts with the Nets for the 1975 season featured in the movie when the Eastern Airlines plane crashed at LaGuardia. WebWendell Ladner attended North Central in Hancock, Mississippi and Southern Miss. Necaise, Hancock County, Mississippi, USA. He had a knack for exciting the crowds with the way he drove for balls, and menacingly threatened an opposing player by pointing a finger in his face The fans generally approved his every move. Acquired from the Kentucky Colonels in January, 1974, he became a key to the Nets' winning the league championship with his rough, defensive play and effective outside shooting. The builder lived at 7 Old Lyme Road, in Scarsdale, N.Y., where he had served as Mayor from 1969 to 1971. Wendell Ladner passed away at age 26 years old in June 1975. Dr. Holguin is survived by his widow, Piedad, and a son. You have chosen this person to be their own family member. We have set your language to "The flames went up in the air about 500 or 600 feet. Investigation and results. This accident led to the development of the original low level wind shear alert system by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration in 1976, which was installed at 110 FAA towered airports between 1977 and 1987. Immediate Family: Son of Aaron Joseph Ladner and Ollie Mae Ladner. Share highlights of Wendell's life. clifton ladner obituary Clifton J. Ladner , born August 17, 1923 in Hancock County, Mississippi to Zeno and Artemese Ladner. To preserve these articles as they originally appeared, The Times does not alter, edit or update them. He had just attended a meeting in Mexico of directors of community medicine programs. The flight engineer was 31-year-old Gary M. Geurin, who had been with Eastern Air Lines since 1968 and had 3,910 flight hours, 3,123 of them on the Boeing 727. 
He played aggressively, but his timing and shooting were off He averaged 4.1 points and only 2.7 rebounds. This page was last edited on 14 February 2023, at 17:56. Actually, he got $50,000 a year and 100 tickets for each game. June 24, 1975 New York Nets forward Wendell Ladner, when his plane crashed in New York. Johnny Neumann, the most heralded scorer in the South since Pete Maravich, signed a reported five-year, $2 million contract with the Memphis Pros. Known for his hustle and physical play. That Eastern Airlines plane crash on Rockaway Boulevard in Queens on June 24, 1975, 41 years ago, killed 115. [3][4] For many years, the Nets included his name and number in their list of retired numbers, though Ladner's no. Jan. 27, 2001 -- Oklahoma State basketball players Dan Lawson and Nate Fleming, when one of three planes carrying Oklahoma State staff and players crashed in a snow storm near Byers, Colorado. Please enter your email address and we will send you an email with a reset password code. Just before one game, Wendell was asked to sign a piece of paper. 
Necaise Crossing Cemetery. He became Rex, the Lord of Misrule, in 1956 to reign over the New Orleans Mardi Gras. He jumped up quickly and tried to get back to the floor but the trainer stopped him because he was bleeding profusely from gashes in his arm. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. A 6ft 5in (1.96m) and 220 pounds (100kg) forward, Ladner was one of the great "enforcers" of the American Basketball Association, protecting Dan Issel of the Kentucky Colonels and Julius Erving of the New York Nets. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. It's a lot rougher. Ladner was killed in an airplane crash on June 24th, 1975, at only 26 years old. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. ). It originated here and went like hot cakes across the country. 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Anyone can read what you share. "He could be a big asset in a fast-break attack. From 1972 to 1974, Wendell Ladner was a fan favorite with the Kentucky Colonels. WebWendell Larry Ladner. All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. What is Wendell's ethnicity and where did his parents, grandparents & great-grandparents come from? Played for the Memphis Pros, the Carolina Cougars, the Kentucky Colonels and the New York Nets of the American Baskeball Association between 1970 and 1975. Believed to be the first pro athlete killed in a plane crash. He was appointed to the United States Military Academy at West Point, where he received an engineering degree in 1946. He was sidelined until midJanuary and played in only 25 games. But it should have exposed the real stories of the ABA and could have been an all-time sports movie. July 24, 1966 Golfer Tony Lema, who won the 1964 British Open, took a plane from the PGA Championship to an exhibition tournament in Lincolnshire, Illinois. Plus, the team and league were terrific. Death. WebHis good looks prompted the Kentucky front office to market a Ladner "beefcake" poster (above) to the Colonels' female fans . ", Ladner almost decided to chuck basketball in favor of football in college. The poster pleased and tickled him to no end, said David Vance, the assistant general manager of the Colonels. In 1956, by the time he was merely 8 years old, this was the year that the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley, became an international sensation. Semi-Pro is semi-good. "I know one thing," said Barry. [1]:1, The flight departed from Moisant Field at 13:19 Eastern Daylight Time[b] with 124 people on board, including 116 passengers and 8 crew. Nov. 14, 1970 -- 36 Marshall University football players, when the aircraft crashed into a hill just short of the Tri-State Airport in Ceredo, W. Va., killing all 75 people on board. Wendell died at 27. [2] After the initial impact, the plane banked to the left and continued to strike the approach lights until it burst into flames and scattered the wreckage along Rockaway Boulevard, which runs along the northeast perimeter of the airport. He grew up at Nescaise Crossing, Miss., where his father was a cotton grower. The rest of the game was not broadcast. [1]:2, At 15:53, Flight 66 was switched to another frequency for final approach to Runway 22L. "I never watched my weight in college," he recalls. He e-mailed me recently. [3] [4] For many years, the Nets included his name and number in their list of retired numbers, though Ladner's no. Friends can be as close as family. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. 4 did not hang in the rafters with the other retired numbers. Elvis scandalized adults and thrilled teens. It was more of a spoof on Cosmopolitan than a lewd kind of photo, since he had his uniform pants on.. [1]:1 The crash was determined to be caused by wind shear caused by a microburst, but the failure of the airport and the flight crew to recognize the severe weather hazard was also a contributing factor. 40 records found for Wendell Ladner Rd, Perkinston, MS 39573. [1]:3, The NTSB published its final report on March 12, 1976, determining the following probable cause of the accident:[5], The National Transportation Safety Board determines that the probable cause of this accident was the aircraft's encounter with adverse winds associated with a very strong thunderstorm located astride the ILS localizer course, which resulted in high descent rate into the non-frangible approach light towers. Web: Obituary Daily Times Index, 1995-2016, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007, U.S., Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014, U.S., Newspapers.com Obituary Index, 1800s-current, Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. When we share what we know, together we discover more. Erving called Ladner his wackiest teammate because he wanted to be Burt Reynolds with a basketball. That Eastern Airlines plane crash on Rockaway Boulevard in Queens on June 24, 1975, 41 years ago, killed 115. 6 Oct 1948. "If you were trying to hurt me, you would have done a better job of it.". Include gps location with grave photos where possible. An email has been sent to the person who requested the photo informing them that you have fulfilled their request, There is an open photo request for this memorial. [1]:39. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. I had been waiting eagerly for the comedy, which stars Will Ferrell and Woody Harrelson and bounces through the final season of the American Basketball Association and the (fictional) Flint Tropics. Biographies are our place to remember and discover more about the people important to us. Name + "Statistics" Translations. You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. Oops, something didn't work. Select the pencil to add details. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. Death. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. Select the next to any field to update. Feb. 6, 1958 -- Eight members of the English soccer team Manchester United were killed when the plane they chartered to bring them back from a European Cup match against Red Star Belgrade in Yugoslavia crashed after taking off from Riem Airport in Munich. We'd get a wagonload of wood and pile it by our house. You may not upload any more photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 20 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 5 photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 30 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 15 photos to this memorial. At this time, the bottles on the top of the cooler were made of glass. In its final report, the NTSB explained that at the time, 49 CFR 830.2 defined "fatal injury" as an injury that results in death within 7 days of an accident. Ladner? Ladner died at the age of 26 in the June 24, 1975, crash of Eastern Air Lines Flight 66. Ladner family member is 69. Who is Wendell Ladner to you? You can always change this later in your Account settings. Edgar Allen Gordon Bright Sr., a banker and one of the leading citizens of New Orleans was traveling with his wife, the former Ethel Fox, on the jetliner that crashed. Best known for replacing an injured Tommie Frazier during the 1994 season and leading the Cornhuskers to seven consecutive wins and to the Orange Bowl national championship game against the Miami Hurricanes, Berringer died two days before the NFL draft when the plane he was piloting crashed in Raymond, Neb. Bishop Noland was 58 years old and lived in New Orleans. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. The ?? Dr. Julio Alban Holguin, an authority on community medicine, was en route to New York for consultation with members of the Mount Sinai School of Medicine's department of community medicine. In our early 20s and single, Wendell and I were in a bar on Miami Beach when two women walked in and waved at him. A 6ft 5in (1.96m) and 220 pounds (100kg) forward, Ladner was one of the great "enforcers" of the American Basketball Association, protecting Dan Issel of the Kentucky Colonels and Julius Erving of the New York Nets. I saw him when he played in high school at North Hancock Central (Miss.) cemeteries found in Necaise, Hancock County, Mississippi, USA will be saved to your photo volunteer list. At the time of the trade, New York trailed Kentucky in the Eastern Division standings. "Statistics" is included to allow non-English speakers to find our pages. Sketches of Some of the Prominent People Killed in Kennedy Air Crash, https://www.nytimes.com/1975/06/26/archives/sketches-of-some-of-the-prominent-people-killed-in-kennedy-air.html. WebHis good looks prompted the Kentucky front office to market a Ladner "beefcake" poster (above) to the Colonels' female fans . Oops, we were unable to send the email. When youre a kid, your urgency spikes when you hear the jet went down on a street youd been on a busy, well-known street you still warmly recollect. The Times Picayune awarded him its Loving Cup in 1966. Mr. Ladner, a 6foot 5inch, 235pounder who wore a handlebar mustache, loved attention and received it from the fans, especially women, who referred to him as Wondeful Wendell. While playing in Kentucky he had a risqu poster made of himself. Note, this is done in an automated way, so we apologize for any errors, & please report any suggested corrections. It was an honor to make it the only rookie on the West team. Wendell dived for a ball over the press table. [1] Failed to delete memorial. Help paint a picture of Wendell so that he is always remembered. [1]:3 At 16:02, the crew was told to contact the JFK tower controller for landing clearance. "I like the way he rebounds and gets the ball out in a hurry," said Babe McCarthy. He entered the army as a second lieutenant, and served with the 11th Airborne Division in Japan from 1947 to 1949 and with the 76th Engineering Construction Battalion in Korea in 195354, where he was awarded the Bronze Star. Johnny Neumann, the most heralded scorer in the South since Pete Maravich, signed a reported five-year, $2 million contract with the Memphis Pros. Iveson B. Noland, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Louisiana, was reported by a colleague to have been en route to New York to attend a meeting of church leaders. If it happens, you are prepared. Johnny Neumann, the most heralded scorer in the South since Pete Maravich, signed a reported five-year, $2 million contract with the Memphis Pros. I just wanted to make the team. Not nearly as talented as Charlie Scott or Dan Issel, and certainly not as well known, he nevertheless made his mark as one of the most promising newcomers on the scene. When youre a kid, a headline about plane crash seizes you. However, out of respect to Ladner, Nets trainer Fritz Massmann had not issued No. We have set your language to "The flames went up in the air about 500 or 600 feet. He dragged back to the court all the equipment of the teams radio announcer. Wendell crashed into the cooler, bursting it, and ended up with 60 stitches. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. Ladner died at the age of 26. Ladner died at the age of 26 in the June 24, 1975, crash of Eastern Air Lines Flight 66. Burial. He had some impressive statistics at Southern Mississippi, but he always weighed about 245 pounds and stayed in close to the basket. Pierce, Fenner & Smith in New York for three years after that. Death: June 24, 1975 (26) Jamaica, Queens County, New York, United States (Eastern Air Lines Flight 66 crash at John F. Kennedy International Airport) Place of Burial: Necaise, Hancock County, Mississippi, United States. Wendell was flying to New York to begin workouts with the Nets for the 1975 season featured in the movie when the Eastern Airlines plane crashed at LaGuardia. WebWendell Ladner attended North Central in Hancock, Mississippi and Southern Miss. Necaise, Hancock County, Mississippi, USA. He had a knack for exciting the crowds with the way he drove for balls, and menacingly threatened an opposing player by pointing a finger in his face The fans generally approved his every move. Acquired from the Kentucky Colonels in January, 1974, he became a key to the Nets' winning the league championship with his rough, defensive play and effective outside shooting. The builder lived at 7 Old Lyme Road, in Scarsdale, N.Y., where he had served as Mayor from 1969 to 1971. Wendell Ladner passed away at age 26 years old in June 1975. Dr. Holguin is survived by his widow, Piedad, and a son. You have chosen this person to be their own family member. We have set your language to "The flames went up in the air about 500 or 600 feet. Investigation and results. This accident led to the development of the original low level wind shear alert system by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration in 1976, which was installed at 110 FAA towered airports between 1977 and 1987. Immediate Family: Son of Aaron Joseph Ladner and Ollie Mae Ladner. Share highlights of Wendell's life. clifton ladner obituary Clifton J. Ladner , born August 17, 1923 in Hancock County, Mississippi to Zeno and Artemese Ladner. To preserve these articles as they originally appeared, The Times does not alter, edit or update them. He had just attended a meeting in Mexico of directors of community medicine programs. The flight engineer was 31-year-old Gary M. Geurin, who had been with Eastern Air Lines since 1968 and had 3,910 flight hours, 3,123 of them on the Boeing 727. He played aggressively, but his timing and shooting were off He averaged 4.1 points and only 2.7 rebounds. This page was last edited on 14 February 2023, at 17:56. Actually, he got $50,000 a year and 100 tickets for each game. June 24, 1975 New York Nets forward Wendell Ladner, when his plane crashed in New York. Johnny Neumann, the most heralded scorer in the South since Pete Maravich, signed a reported five-year, $2 million contract with the Memphis Pros. Known for his hustle and physical play. That Eastern Airlines plane crash on Rockaway Boulevard in Queens on June 24, 1975, 41 years ago, killed 115. [3][4] For many years, the Nets included his name and number in their list of retired numbers, though Ladner's no. Jan. 27, 2001 -- Oklahoma State basketball players Dan Lawson and Nate Fleming, when one of three planes carrying Oklahoma State staff and players crashed in a snow storm near Byers, Colorado. Please enter your email address and we will send you an email with a reset password code. Just before one game, Wendell was asked to sign a piece of paper. Necaise Crossing Cemetery. He became Rex, the Lord of Misrule, in 1956 to reign over the New Orleans Mardi Gras. He jumped up quickly and tried to get back to the floor but the trainer stopped him because he was bleeding profusely from gashes in his arm. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. A 6ft 5in (1.96m) and 220 pounds (100kg) forward, Ladner was one of the great "enforcers" of the American Basketball Association, protecting Dan Issel of the Kentucky Colonels and Julius Erving of the New York Nets. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. It's a lot rougher. Ladner was killed in an airplane crash on June 24th, 1975, at only 26 years old. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. ). 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