The scary thing is that it`s accurate.". A lot of people don't like competition. He weaves his way around the beachfront condos, hardly noticing speed bumps or stop signs. first coach of the Minnesota Timberwolves, died Friday at 59. "I get to hang out with other pro athletes and talk sports. Jan 11, 2023. On March 8, 1982, Stepien fired Chuck Daly, who was 9-32 as coach of the Cavs, and replaced him on an interim basis with Musselman, then the team's director of player personnel. They worried more about the next payroll than they did about the next practice. He was born in Battle Creek, MI on April 23, 1948, and raised in the Riverside area of Windsor Ontario. Sen. Doug Mastriano eyes bill to defend Gettysburg's monuments. Sidney Lowe, an assistant coach of the Timberwolves who played on three of Musselman's C.B.A. the rest of the season. The importance of saying "I love you" during COVID-19, Effective ways of dealing with the grieving process, Solutions to show your sympathy safely during the Covid-19 pandemic, Memorial Chapel and Plowe Funeral Service. The cause of death was heart and kidney failure, a Mayo Clinic spokesman said. Musselman once explained his intensity this way: ''I love competition. In March 1995, Musselman returned to the NCAA after a 25-year absence with the University of South Alabama. DEC finds 14-foot python in New York suburb, Samantha Humphrey case being treated as homicide, Union leaders say New York state workforce could see mass exodus for better pay, hybrid work, Tour of Utica-area restaurants feels like trip around the world. Pound sign (#) denotes interim head coach. coach in University of Minnesota history (69-32) during four He visits other friends, like Roger Rogos, a former high school basketball coach and now a regional manager for IDS. Photo by John Byrne. He married Brenda Rudiger in 1982 and was theproud father of Andrew (Meredith Mulder) Musselman and Eden (Anna MacLeod)Musselman and furry family Dakota and Jasper. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. He marvels over "A Few Good Men." Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application. He became coach of the Timberwolves in 1989 and coached them two seasons. I think a lot of people probably see Bill as that guy on the "He misses having a challenge. A huge stereo system with speakers all through the house. Following his success in the CBA, on August 23, 1988, Musselman was hired as the head coach of the expansion Minnesota Timberwolves. Ben Roberts. He had a "Hell, I know everybody down here.". family. Sunny. View William H. "Bill" Musselman's obituary, send flowers and find service dates or sign the guestbook. Include gps location with grave photos where possible. High 71F. If I was living in Ohio and not coaching, I'd go crazy. Winds ESE at 5 to 10 mph. Bill Musselman, who spent a turbulent stay at the University of Minnesota in the 1970s and became the first coach of the Minnesota Timberwolves, died Friday at 59. The Capital Region Pontiacs are on the block, he's told. To use this feature, use a newer browser. (Some sprays Ebner.). For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. Randy Allen Musselman, 36, East Freedom, died unexpectedly Thursday at UPMC Altoona after an apparent heart attack. There was an error deleting this problem. ''You have to be a Bill Musselman player to play for him,'' Lowe once said. "He was very important to the start-up of the franchise.". I wouldn't be in my position today if he hadn't taken me on as a CBA player. Undated Times Union file photo -- From left, Bill Musselman, Herb Brown and Phil Jackson in Albany, NY. SARASOTA, Fla. Bill Musselman navigates his black 1988 BMW 325i through the turns of the Sarasota Surf & Racquet Club. He was the owner of Musselman Building and Construction Company and also was the founding owner of Musselman's Warehouse complex, all in . NCAA rules violations that resulted in stiff sanctions after he He brought Minnesota its first Big Ten title in 53 years, sold-out arenas, 127 N.C.A.A. Bob was born December 14, 1930 in Kalamazoo, Michigan a son of Henry and Phyllis (Davis) Musselman. Catbirds in five games, 4-1. It was originally published on Feb. 7, 1993.). It was difficult for them to concentrate on basketball.". Musselman, who had served as head coach during the game after Mike Dunleavy was ejected, collapsed after leaving the arena. Camillus B. OBITUARY William Gilbert Musselman 13 September, 1927 - 18 September, 2019. Musselman would never make that sacrifice. 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OH 44820. His father, Clifford Musselman, was an auto mechanic and band promoter. He even has a sculptured glass sea gull in blue resting on one of his glass tables. This is a carousel. That's one thing that Musselman always gave us: a chance to win. After Musselman left to coach in the ABA, the NCAA placed the Gophers on probation after discovering more than 100 rule violations.[5]. When the sun goes down in Sarasota, Musselman is limited as to what he can do. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. Continental Basketball Association, American Basketball Association In 1964, after one season of coaching high school basketball, Musselman was hired to assist with the football and basketball teams at Ashland University in Ashland, Ohio. Wikipedia. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers Curtis and Randy and nephew Dennis Musselman. based on information from your browser. Beached Bill Musselman adjusts to life without basketball. To keephimself from thinking about the NBA, Musselman re-channels his energy. Make sure that the file is a photo. With the NBA out of his life now, Musselman, 52, needs something to occupy his time. Drag images here or select from your computer for William Clifford Bill Musselman memorial. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. Following the 1970-71 season, Musselman left Ashland for the University of Minnesota. In the 1973 NIT postseason tournament, Musselman's Minnesota team downed Rutgers, 68-59, in the first round before losing to Alabama 69-65 in the quarterfinals. There is no photo or video of William Harry Musselman.Be the first to share a memory to pay tribute. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google "I'm not bragging," Musselman says, "I know I can flat-out coach. ROBERT MUSSELMAN OBITUARY. Lotz Funeral Home - Salem 1330 E Main St, Salem, VA 24153. He will be sorely missed.". "Tell him it's Bill Musselman," Okerlund whispers. Bill Musselman, who in the last 35 years held 13 head coaching jobs in college and professional basketball and left an imprint everywhere as a volatile, intense taskmaster, died yesterday at the Mayo Clinic's St. Marys Hospital in Rochester, Minn. A few miles later he's pulling into the driveway of the huge home of Jeff Torborg, manager of the New York Mets. Clear skies. She was a loving and devoted wife to Bill, and mother to, Kim, Todd, Scott, Mark and Jeff. ", NBA coach Flip Saunders was quoted in the St. Paul Pioneer Press the day after Musselman died. Musselman took over for player-coach Mack Calvin, who had gone 0-6 since taking over for Al Bianchi. "There is one scene in there where Pacino is outstanding. sidelines, intense, up and down the floor, up and down the bench, Privacy Policy and [3], His tenure at Minnesota was tainted. His career record in the pros The Trail Blazers used Musselman as an inspiration for their 2000 playoff run, which ended in the Western Conference finals against the Los Angeles Lakers. "Terp" Musselman. Musselman's expansion team won more games than any of the four expansion teams and more in his second season (29) than any expansion team since the 1974-75 New Orleans Jazz. One of the reasons he got released was he played to win; ownership wanted him tobring the younger players along. His career record in the pros was 603-426, and he won four consecutive CBA championships. Big Ten title that year despite the suspension of two players for Winds light and variable. (AP Photo/St. "You've heard about Richie, right?" He had a loving and dedicated mother named Bertha (Combs) Miller who later married James Miller. } William Harry "Bill" Musselman January 23, 1937 - August 21, 2022 William Harry "Bill" Musselman, of Salem, passed from this life to greater glory on Sunday afternoon . The Memorial Chapel Funeral & Cremation Service - Hancock Chapel has been assisting the family. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. EWING TOWNSHIP -- William Barry Musselman, 81, died Saturday at St. Francis Medical Center, Trenton. (Weaver) Musselman, age 86, of Hanover, passed away peacefully on January 25, 2023 at Homewood at Plum Creek in Hanover. Death: U.S., Social Security Death Index, 1935-2014; U.S., Obituary Collection, 1930-Current. Ben Roberts is the University of Kentucky men's basketball beat writer for the Lexington Herald-Leader. The death of Corky Taylor on Wednesday brought back memories of that riot, which brought fans onto the court and . In his two seasons in Minnesota, Musselman's 'Wolves were 51-113. Learn more about managing a memorial . Among those honored was the Musselman family, which has produced an array of gifted athletes over the generations. He visits Richie Jordan, another Sarasota pal. Eric Musselman, 27, is coaching in the CBA with the Rapid City Thrillers, one of his father's old teams. Musselman cruises down Midnight Pass Road and makes a series of quick turns. Musselman waves back. Bruce Musselman was the oldest son of Pastor William Bruce Musselman, who, in his younger days was President of Union Gospel Press, Cleveland, Ohio and pastored churches throughout his life. In lieu of flowers, gifts in his memory can be madeto the charity of your choice. ROCHESTER, Minn. (AP) Bill Musselman, who spent a turbulent stay at the University of Minnesota in the 1970s and became the first coach of the Minnesota Timberwolves, died Friday Authorize the publication of the original written obituary with the accompanying photo. playoffs. "He's not home.". Musselman highlighted his style of doggedly exploiting the other team's weaknesses when on a February 4, 1990 game against the Golden State Warriors, he called the same play all game in an attempt to get coach Don Nelson to double-team journeyman big man Randy Breuer in his matchup against lighter defenders Manute Bol and Jim Petersen in order to free up guards Pooh Richardson and Tony Campbell. William Clifford Musselman was born Aug. 13, 1940, in Wooster, Ohio. The team fared no better after Musselman's firing, finishing the season with a 16-28 record. "Minnesota Five's Loss Becomes N.I.T. POWERED BY. Try again later. He is survived by : his wife Brenda Rudiger; his children, Andrew Musselman (Meredith Mulder), Eden Musselman (Anna MacLeod), Dakota and Jasper; his siblings, John Musselman (Brenda Taylor) and Lee Curtis (Alan) of Windsor; and his nieces and nephews, Carrie, Sean, Reilly, Scott, Dayna, Darren, Angela and Jesse. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. "Maybe I'll buy them.". He was born in Hartford City on October 12, 1927 to the late William Harvey Musselman and the late Blanche (Blake) Musselman. Are you adding a grave photo that will fulfill this request? 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. Lawmakers late Friday put the finishing touches on the state's record $28 billion budget, which included funding more than $5.1 billion in new spending requests and tax cuts.. Water, housing and homelessness, education, transportation, and taxpayers were among the big winners for the upcoming fiscal year. William Clifford "Bill" Musselman Birth 13 Aug 1940. He slept three to five hours a night because he would not spare more time from work. He was a decent high school athlete whose basketball team fared well against a neighboring team led by Bobby Knight. The Gulf Gate Mall gets a lot of Musselman`s business; he and Julie have seen darn near every movie. William "Bill" G. Musselman, born September 13, 1927, in Tangier, OK, to parents Bertrum "Bert" and Mary Alice "Mae" Musselman. Last month he received a diagnosis of multiple myeloma, cancer of the bone marrow. Ted Stepien, then owner of the NBA's Cleveland Cavaliers, hired Musselman for his first NBA head coaching job in 1980. Musselman claimed "the only time I yell is before a game and at halftime," explaining that his passion helps players give "maximum effort every second. cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. He continued to kick and pound his fists on the closed locker room door, raging for another 10 minutes. Close this window, and upload the photo(s) again. (85 years old). Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. This Week - 40 Total. Sorry! He was born in Battle Creek, MI on April 23, 1948, and raised in the Riversidearea of Windsor Ontario. "I do miss NBA coaching," Musselman says, "but I don't miss the coaching challenge.". Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. January 23, 1937 - He runs this beach every day. On Tuesday night, when the Trail Blazers won the series, their players and coaches signed the game ball as a gift to him. He goes out to dinner almost every night. 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For his efforts, Musselman was honored as CBA Coach of the Year. and had a record of 233-84 as a college coach at Ashland, Minnesota but I don't know if a lot of people saw the other side of Bill, He held 14 head coaching jobs over 35 years and had been an Lowe recalled times on the road with the CBA's Tampa Bay Thrillers and Albany Patroons when Musselman would sneak into an adjoining hotel room and scare players with ghostly noises. stay at the University of Minnesota in the 1970s and became the Oops, something didn't work. three players going to the hospital. champion teams, said he liked the coach. He was born in Battle Creek, MI on April 23, 1948, and raised in the Riverside. You can always change this later in your Account settings. Would you like to offer William Arnold Musselmans loved ones a condolence message? He had owned and operated Musselman & Son Excavating . Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. Lukewarm. Mainly sunny. record was 78-180. stroke Oct. 28 and had been hospitalized off and on since. You dont win championships without every dude buying into their role. With heavy hearts, we announce the death of William Harry Musselman (Salem, Virginia), who passed away on August 21, 2022 at the age of 85. The Memorial Chapel Funeral & Cremation Service Hancock Chapel has been assisting the family. Racquetball as well. He seems to need to hear these things. Funeral arrangement under the care ofLotz Funeral Home. Bucyrus, Musselman had been a head coach in four pro leagues the NBA, A graduate of Musselman High and Shepherd University with a degree in Business Administration, Bill held several managerial positions with Double Day Publishing, Musselman Fruit Processing, and Corning Glass Works. Tim Wilkin is a freelance sports writer who covers horse racing. Musselman said last month he had bone marrow cancer. 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"I can take it (not being in the NBA) because I'm here," Musselman says, heading for more friends' houses. "Wait til you meet Mean Gene," he says. To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. Tomorrow. Eric is an assistant coach for the Orlando Magic of the N.B.A. At 25, Musselman became the head coach at Ashland University in Ohio, where his team set a National Collegiate Athletic Association record by allowing an average of only 33.9 points a game over a season. William (Bill) Arnold Musselman died on Saturday, January 7, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. the hospital. While he does this, Ebner, 28,talks about the life Musselman doesn't have anymore. They have come from the CBA (the Fort Wayne Fury wanted him bad before they took Rick Barry) and they have come from overseas. He has previously specialized in UK basketball recruiting . 215 N Walnut St., The following season, a South Alabama team made up mainly of Musselman recruits also advanced to the NCAA Tournament first round and lost to Illinois under then-head coach Bob Weltlich. In his first season, at the age of 25, he guided the Eagles to a 10-10 record. Just about every night he heads down to the Sarasota Brewing Co., a sports bar. Black halogen floor lamps. Terms of Service apply. He was a creature of habit. Rochester finished 31-25 under Musselman, a 25-win improvement. "I like not having the pressure of being a head coach," he said. Other coaches who played for Musselman include Flip Saunders, Scott Roth, Michael Ray Richardson, and Tod Murphy (Gordon College). Bill can watch a guy play one time and then, without writing anything down, two days later will be able to tell you what that player can and cannot do. The team only lasted for 11 games of the 1975-76 season before folding with a 3-8 record. Musselman guided the team to a 25-46 mark before he was replaced by general manager Don Delaney, who went 3-8 to close out the 1980-81 season. Over the next five seasons, Musselman's Ashland teams went 21-3, 24-6, 26-4, 23-4, and 25-3 (total: 109-20, with a .845 winning percentage). Ankerson, who would go on to serve as general manager of the San Antonio Spurs, went 1-1 as coach of the Squires before being replaced by Zelmo Beaty, who compiled a 9-33 record. "I did all this myself," Musselman says, "I know about art and things like that.". Down another street and he`s passing more stylish condos. The attack on Witte came near the end of the Gophers-Buckeyes game. seasons. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Terms of Service apply. Butte's Mason Christian won his second AA state wrestling title and is a prime example of hard work paying off. Bill lived in London, Smith Falls and Ottawa, Ontario before. Musselman went 4-22 with the Squires before he was replaced by Jack Ankerson on January 21, 1976. In his fourth and final season at Minnesota, Musselman's team went 18-8 and included a roster of future NBA players Mychal Thompson, Mark Landsberger, and Mark Olberding. Biography: William H. Bill Musselman, 58 of Bucyrus passed away on Sunday February 21, 2016 at Kindred Hospital in Mansfield. Musselman resigned as coach of the Jags on October 7, 1997, to return to the NBA. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. 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. Obituary. His overall coaching record at Minnesota is 61-32 with a .656 winning percentage. In an April 17, 1994 New York Times article, former NBA center Cedric Maxwell said the Cavs' veteran players during that time "were known more for partying than for playing.". We are sad to announce that on January 7, 2023, at the age of 74, William Arnold Musselman in Edmonton, Alberta, born in Battle Creek, Michigan passed away. I've done both. "Terp" Musselman, 78, a resident of Bexley, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 3, 2021, at Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus, surrounded by his family. William Musselman William L. Musselman Jr. of Troy Pa., formerly of Warrington, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2012. He thought "A River Runs Through It" was a good show. Vanover transferred that season to Fayetteville after a freshman season with the California Golden Bears.. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. Send Flowers. An ad blocker has likely prevented this video . In August 1965, Ashland's head basketball coach left for another coaching position. moving to Edmonton Alberta in 1981. The Gophers went on to win the Born March 9, 1928 in Abington, William was a U.S. Army veteran, serving during the Korean War. She was the loving wife of the late William R. Musselman, Sr. who .