The news of the passing of Willie Brown has hit hard for many who knew him over his six decades in the NFL, including his 52 years with the Raiders organization. The mourning has only begun. It is coming from anyone who has ever met Willie Brown because he was truly beloved by anyone who came in contact with him.

Raiders owner Mark Davis

“It’s A Very Sad Day For The Raider Nation As A Whole.. And For My Family In Particular.. Willie Brown Was One Of The Greatest To Ever Play The Game.. But It Was Off The Field And How He Treated My Mom For Which I Will Forever Be Indebted To Him.. Every Road Trip It Was Willie Who Helped My Mom Up And Down The Stairs Of The Plane.. It Was Willie Who Joined Her For All Dinners On The Road.. It Was Willie Who Came To Her Every Birthday And Mother’s Day Dinner.. It Was Willie Who Was Her Best Friend.. We Loved And Will Miss You Willie.”

@Raiders my heart is truly heavy hearing the news my friend Willie Brown has passed away. From almost day one, we connected because of our last names, he would tell me "You can't have that name on that Jersey and not play well!"! Won't be the same w/o 24!! RIP name sake!! — Tim Brown (@81TimBrown) October 22, 2019

My heart hurts - a magnificent player, a magnificent teammate - I shall never hear the words “bed check” without getting a lump in my throat and then smiling - he supported and encouraged me throughout my career - and he let me help coach (youth games). https://t.co/2Ol3AfG8La pic.twitter.com/J1hsWEfgkK — Amy Trask (@AmyTrask) October 22, 2019

Rest in Heaven Willie B!!!! — Khalil Mack (@FiftyDeuce) October 22, 2019

My heart mourns for a wonder man, a great player and a awesome friend! There will never be another Willie Brown aka “blu go”! @Raiders pic.twitter.com/YoQIDcxzwh — Rod Woodson (@RodWoodson26) October 22, 2019

Rest in peace to Hall of Famer and @Raiders legend Willie Brown.



Thank you for giving us iconic moments like this one pic.twitter.com/auqcp2jpdJ — NFL Films (@NFLFilms) October 22, 2019

Willie Brown was a legend both on and off the field. He will be missed! Thank you for helping shape the lives of many of us with your actions. #RN4L — Isaiah Ekejiuba (@Ekejiuba50) October 22, 2019

Take your rest Willie Brown. You epitomize what being a legendary #Raider is all about. Prayers to his family, the @Raiders organization, and all of #RaiderNation . — Louis Riddick (@LRiddickESPN) October 22, 2019

Man I hate to hear we lost a legend from our Raider family. I’m at a loss for words. Rest up Willie Brown you’ll forever be missed. — Darren McFadden (@dmcfadden20) October 22, 2019

Its sad to hear that my friend and great person, has passed. Willie Brown was one of the best DBs ever to play in NFL. My condolences go out to his family. God Bless. — Harold Carmichael (@lookitin) October 22, 2019

Willie Brown and I at the NFL Draft in Dallas in 2018. We got escorted to AT&T Stadium by eight police motorcycles. A flock of angels escorting this gentle man today. pic.twitter.com/DJIRvDHaFY — Gil Brandt (@Gil_Brandt) October 22, 2019

RIP Willie Brown. Can’t thank you enough for helping a young Raider after being drafted. Not only did you coach but also held the Player Development title and helped so many of us throughout our years in the Silver & Black. You are a Legend and the original @Raiders 24. #BlueGo — Kirk Morrison (@kirkmorrison) October 22, 2019

Mr. Brown a kind and gentle soul. I could easily speak upon your greatness as a football player (well deserved) but Willie Brown the Man, my neighbor the past 20 years who brought so much sunshine and joy to the community is whom I will miss the most. RIP and Live Eternally pic.twitter.com/WHKKTnXI9A — MC HAMMER (@MCHammer) October 22, 2019

RIP Willie Brown. And prayers to his loved ones. Other than Mr. Davis when I think of the Raiders I think of Mr. Willle B. A True Raider! You changed the game. You’ll be missed. — Darrius Heyward-Bey (@theDHB85) October 22, 2019

Thank you #WillieBrown for your mentorship during my playing career and your contribution to the game. I will never forget the encouragement you gave me as a free agent with the @Raiders. RIP Willie Brown #RaiderNation loves you! pic.twitter.com/083bjMcvTA — Akbar Gbajabiamila (@Akbar_Gbaja) October 22, 2019

Saddened to hear the news of Willie Brown passing away. A selfless individual who everybody loved. He represented the Raiders with his whole heart. I will miss you Famer! — Jon Condo (@JonCondo) October 22, 2019

Dam I’m sick Rt now R.I.P Willie brown — lamarr houston (@Hupernikao9s) October 22, 2019

My heart is broken. Just found out... RIP Willie Brown. Great player, better man! Truly my privilege to be coached by you. Rest easy OG ✊ — Mike Mitchell (@iammikemitchell) October 22, 2019