Athletes and sports figures who have died in 2023

The notable athletes, broadcasters, and sports figures we’ve lost so far in 2023.

Ray Lewis’ son, Ray Lewis III, has passed at age 28

A son of NFL Hall of Famer Ray Lewis, Ray Lewis III has passed at age 28

A son of Baltimore Ravens great linebacker Ray Lewis, Ray Lewis III, has died at the age of 28. Details were unavailable as to the cause of death on Thursday.

Ray Lewis III played at Lake Mary Prep H.S. in Florida, rushing for 1,898 yards and 20 touchdowns during his senior season.

His younger brother Rahsaan wrote,

“Really can’t believe I’m even typing this but RIP big brother.”

“A true angel I pray your at peace now because IK how much you was rlly hurtin. I don’t and won’t ever have the words man cuz this pain right here….I love you I love you I love you.”

… “Your niece gone miss you but she will hear about u over and over just watch over us all big bruh be our guardian I promise I’ll make you smile and proud.

Ray Lewis III played college football at Miami, where his father starred, Coastal Carolina Chanticleers and Virginia Union.

“Great young man and a better teammate. The entire Virginia Union University community is praying for the family as they deal with the loss of Ray,” Virginia Union Associate Head Coach Diego Ryland told TMZ.

Mark James, Lewis’ coach at VCU, wrote on Facebook: “Young man it was a pleasure to bring you to Virginia Union. Ray Ray May God bless your family. Great young man.”