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Greenville Nightclub Owner Found Murdered Save Email Print
Posted: 3:53 PM Mar 24, 2008
 Last Updated: 8:30 PM Mar 29, 2008
 Reporter: Bill Wilson
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The owner of a Greenville nightclub was found dead in his Peed Drive apartment.

Police responded to the report of a breaking and entering. They found the rear door of the apartment damaged and had been forced open.

Inside they found Shawn Williamson dead from a gunshot wound. The 41-year-old Williamson was the owner of Club Dynasty on North Green Street.

Anyone with information is asked to call Pitt-Greenville Crime Stoppers at 252- 758-7777. Crime Stoppers will pay a reward up to $5,000.00 for information leading to an arrest.

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Posted by: freind Location: around the way on May 1, 2008 at 06:52 PM
i been keeping up with the updates about a man we love and care about alot what is going on that this has been sept under the rug but i will say this who ever DID THIS U CAN'T & WON'T HIDE FROM OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST watch and see and i hope u read this because this is for u!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: Suggest Location: USA on Apr 17, 2008 at 08:41 PM
Just curious what kind of reward the family is offering? I've been noticing on a lot of shows that show behind the scenes crime solving, sometimes having a nice reward makes a big difference. Sometimes someone knows something about the crime in a round about way, but they need incentive to go forward. It can cost tens of thousands of dollars to relocate and hide from payback once they give someone up.
Posted by: Anonymous Location: gville on Apr 15, 2008 at 12:51 PM
it had to be someone he knew they did not say anything was taken
Posted by: A wish for the family Location: gville on Apr 14, 2008 at 01:15 PM
I know its a long shot but are we ever gonna find the person who murdered Shawn.At least then maybe the family can have closure.
Posted by: a friend Location: gville on Apr 14, 2008 at 12:57 PM
still have not heard anything yet i see.i just hope this murder of this father & friend does not go unsolved.
Posted by: Marlon Location: gville on Apr 8, 2008 at 01:22 PM
It's very possible, and if that's the case its more likely the solution will come sooner rather than later, because suspects who have some previous tie to the victim generally leave more evidence (phone records, etc). If they suspect people who knew him well, it's possible they have someone (or multiple people) under surveillance as we speak.
Posted by: antoinette Location: martin county on Apr 8, 2008 at 09:00 AM
I believe that it was someone that he knows
Posted by: Marlon Location: gville on Apr 6, 2008 at 02:08 PM
I've explained this many times, scroll down and read what I wrote. You cannot assume the police aren't doing anything just because there are no media updates. Do you want them to go arrest someone at random who might not have had anything to do with it, just so they can say "we've solved another one"? Hopefully nobody wants a legal system like that. They might have leads, they may not. Many families have had to wait many years before they get full closure, but they almost always get it. Sometimes it takes the killer being caught for a different crime before they have his prints and can compare them to murder scene prints, (same for DNA) and that process sometimes happens quickly and sometimes not. Sometimes info is intentionally withheld from the media because releasing it would lower the chances of catching the killer. Be patient and stop blaming it on race.
Posted by: a friend Location: gville on Apr 6, 2008 at 07:37 AM
so if its not that, what is it "marlon"? why haven't we heard anything?Shawn was an upstanding man & father. He and his family deserve justice. It doesn't look like the police are doing anything about it. he didn't ask for this niether did his family.
Posted by: Marlon Location: gville on Apr 5, 2008 at 07:51 PM
I can tell Shawn was a great person just by reading the comments from here and elsewhere. My only issue is with folks who expect what they want when they want it and if they don't get their way they rationaize that its because of their race. Some homicides are solved quickly, some take months, years, or decades before a lead materializes. It's unfortunate that is has to be that way, but in the days of DNA analysis and other forensic technology, the chances of solving this type of case are getting better, not worse. I was a criminal justice major in school and worked in LE for a couple of years--I saw enough to say without question there is not a homicide investigator on this planet that would work any less hard on a case because of a victim's race. The media cannot "make up" updates of their own, updates come from the homicide unit. They could be right on the tail of the killer as we speak but cannot release the info to the media because it could jeapordize the case.
Posted by: im praying 4 the family Location: somewhere, nc on Apr 5, 2008 at 05:50 PM
i am praying for the family. i knew shawn and he was a good person from what i know, and i would like to keep it that way. whomever committed the crime will be dealt with.

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Posted by: Marlon Location: gville on Apr 5, 2008 at 01:35 PM
Here we go with the race card again. We're not getting updates because he was black. What a convenient fallback for all of lifes problems. Race is only a problem if you make it one for yourself as you obviously have "a friend".
Posted by: a friend Location: greenville on Apr 5, 2008 at 09:51 AM
Are the police even doing anything ahout this murder of this good father,husband, and friend? I wonder if he was a white club owner would there be more coverage? There are white club owners that don't step in their clubs but they own them.He was in his club to try to control and tried to stop the problems.He wanted to try and control who got in.I think thats a thing.He was good father & husband first & club owner 2nd. He controlled the club good enough for my sister to meet her husband of 5 years there. So not all bad things came out of his club.now they have a one year old & want to wish their condolences to his family b-cuz if it was not for him they would have never met and I wouldn't have a nephew so thank you so much.I to am sorry for your loses.But I do want to thank the lord for the time that he did bless us with the time he did give us with Shawn
Posted by: Concerned Citizen Location: Gville on Apr 4, 2008 at 11:54 AM
WITN, can we get an update on this case?? It's going on two weeks now, and we haven't heard anything.
Posted by: Ellen Location: Greenville on Apr 3, 2008 at 11:41 PM
I agree some of the comments here are not ideal for grieving family but remember this is a media board. Its for discussing media events. If the family would like to use it to grieve or to help pursuade someone with info to come forward, Id say thats a fine use for it. But if it were my family I would set up a memorial page and keep the official grieving and support type messages in a place that can be properly moderated. In an environment like that, every emotion can be expressed as well as info from the family's perspective. The news is public and this board is part of the news. Family matters are private or at least should be made public only at the family's discretion. With a memorial page you can show photos of the victim in their finest moments instead of whatever pic the news has. Who knows it may lead to more media interest. This is just a news board and thus is an open forum for opinions.

Editor's Note: Ellen is correct but when a thread becomes a "memorial" as this one has, we do try to be more sensitive with what we post and what we reject/edit.

Posted by: g-daw Location: nc on Apr 3, 2008 at 07:02 PM
I wasn't judging Mr. Williamson at all, I'm sure he was a great man. I am familiar with those apartments on Peed Dr. where the crime took place and in my opinion it's not a great neighborhood but all things are relative I suppose. One part of my communication was left out -- when I was referring to police leads I was referring to the ones they would be willing to share (or would benefit from sharing) with the media. I wasn't implying that they have no leads at all that they might not be sharing with the media. I was addressing the misguided comments around why Eve Carson's case received a lot of media attention and there are a number of factors. Look I hope they catch the killer fast but the thing to understand is that many people regardless of the victims race wait years or even decades before the case is solved. To compare the media handling to the Eve Carson case or imply it's due to race is seriously out of touch with reality.
Posted by: FAMILT FRIEND Location: Greenville on Apr 3, 2008 at 11:13 AM
ok, "g-daw", u must have wanted some attention 2 make a comment like you did. Mr. Williamson was not killed in a bad neighborhood, for one thing. Get your information from a reliable source before commenting & making yourself sound unintelligent. How do you know if the police have leads or not?? Also, if you had known Shawn personnaly, you would have known that although he was not a student body president, mainly because he already had his degree, he WAS a great person who did good things for his community. He was also trying to give the young kids something positive to do, it's not his fault that they went to the club to fight. Anyway, regardless of whether some1 is involved with the communtiy or not, justice should still be served equally. You can't judge him because of a club he owned. And remember, the family is still grieving, & it would be thoughtful of you not 2 leave negative comments regarding Mr. Williamson or his club.
Posted by: g-daw Location: nc on Apr 3, 2008 at 08:36 AM
yeah but if Mr Williamson was a 20 yr old female student body president of a very prominent university that is known for its liberalism and finding ways of "helping the world", and Eve Carson was a 40-something year old male owner of a booty-shake club that had a rap sheet a mile long, people would be able to say "why do they talk about Mr Williamson all the time and not Eve Carson". Let's not forget that Eve Carson's killer is also believed to have killed a Duke University doctoral student, and that unlike the Williamson case they ACTUALLY HAD LEADS immediately after the killing. The media does not receive updates from the police until they have leads, and it can be harder to get leads in bad neighborhoods ea because either the citizens are scared.

Comment Edited.

Posted by: Family Friend Location: Greenville on Apr 2, 2008 at 07:12 PM
It's sad, but when situations like this happens it gets played by media once, then it seems as if they either don't care or they forget, because you never get updates..To them, it's just another statistic. That's the kind of world we live in, but we received an update on Eve Carson's death every morning, noon, and night. Very sad....
Posted by: jan Location: greenville on Apr 2, 2008 at 12:52 PM
is ther an update on this story? Or are we only looking at the original story? Local news ..how about an update
Posted by: wanda miller Location: kenansville, nc on Apr 1, 2008 at 01:04 PM
kiana,sorry about my late response. This is for the 3/28 post.This is not intended for all responsible youth. The old saying is "It takes a village to raise a child". It is gone...Now, as a parent single or not your idea has to re-visited because it seems that the youth are taking over as the head of their household and as the family decision maker. Why does the adults as parent(s) allow this? Today, youth are making grave decision that are causing them incarceration or death. You should be extremely proud of being a strong woman raising child(ren) yet along single with the option of quitting a job or doing the least to save them. You make proud mothers' prouder. YOU GO, MOM!Yes, I totally agree! and as a parent I would spare the rod and do what I could to help my child if her decisions turn negatively in the early stage of solving a problem. The only problem I hate to witness is when the parent fail at letting their child not take full-responsibility for his or her actions.
Posted by: al Location: martin county on Apr 1, 2008 at 12:27 PM
Drugs..plain and simple.Try and sanitize it..but nasty drugs. So sad.
Posted by: Marlon Location: gville on Mar 30, 2008 at 11:54 PM
"A Friend" - while you're right that you can type however you want here, people throughout your life will take you a lot seriously if you learn to read things carefully instead of simply falling back on a childish response like "b/c u r not making any sense". Everything I said makes perfect sense to anyone who engaged their brain at the time they were reading what I wrote. The thing you need to remember is that regardless of the grades you might receive in a sanitized academic environment, throughout life you'll encounter challenges that by far exceed what you will encounter in school. The text messaging abbreviations are not a big deal, it's a juvenile habit that you will outgrow but if you develop poor reading comprehension skills early on, it can hinder your success tremendously. All I am saying is if you don't care to pay full attention to reading a post, it may be better to not respond to it at all.
Posted by: Anonymous on Mar 30, 2008 at 11:33 PM
During this time of death, it would be nice if this forum could remain peaceful. Let's refrain from provocative language, please.
Posted by: A Friend Location: Greenville on Mar 30, 2008 at 09:57 PM
"Marlon" 4 1 thing, I am attending a very well known university & I am on the Chancellor's list at school. I have passed all of my English classes as well as other classes with an "A". Furthermore, this is a free country & this isn't a research paper so I can type however I choose to. "! Anyway, once again, my condolences go out to the Williamson family.

Edited Per "Hey Read The Rules"

Posted by: Anonymous Location: Tarboro on Mar 30, 2008 at 08:45 PM
I would like to express my deepest sympathy to the williamson family. I only met shawn a couple times in my life and its been awhile but i can say that i remember his smiling face. I remember the good times my friends and i had at his club. I just want to say shawn you rest in peace, it so senseless how people act in order to get what they want. Whoever is responsible for this will pay for this for the rest of their lives it will haunt them forever. I want to say to his children keep on doing what made your father so proud and never forget what kind of man he was. My heart goes out to you all and shawn sleep peacefully up there with your father. RIP
Posted by: Marlon Location: gville on Mar 30, 2008 at 08:45 PM
Also your suggestion that I am somehow "playing a race card" (despite being logically unsound) indicates to me you didn't read the comments far back enough to see the folks who were implying that the media was putting a negative spin on the story simply because the victim was black. If you did see those comments but chose to ignore them, I'm not surprised. If you didn't choose to ignore them, but simply didn't understand them, I would seriously recommend going back to school and getting a better grasp on reading and writing; it's an essential skill these days and without it you will never get off the bottom rung of the social ladder.
Posted by: Marlon Location: gville on Mar 30, 2008 at 08:36 PM
"A Friend" - I'm on this page because it is a public forum that is designed for folks who follow and would like to discuss the news. It is not, as you suggest, designed specifically for condolensces, it is for talking about any aspect of the story we would like to. There are other ways to express your sympathies to the family. They have my sympathies as well, but that's not the only reason I'm typing now. I'm typing because of the inordinate amount of racial comments that were made. If you think my comments don't make sense, perhaps you need to take a few classes in the English language because your reading comprehension skills are really sub par. The fact that you're delusional that I said I was a redneck (I didn't, I used two different examples of clubs and if I was a redneck I probably wouldn't use a derogatory term to describe my own taste in music). I think you have a full keyboard attached to your PC, so feel free to type complete english instead of text message shortcuts.
Posted by: Lillian Location: Greenville on Mar 30, 2008 at 06:19 PM
To the Williamson family you have my pray I known what you are going thur,I have been where you now sit,think about all the good shawn did,you can,t measure a snake until he die.I hope they find the killer,so there
Posted by: Mrs.Kay Location: Charlotte on Mar 30, 2008 at 02:00 PM
Pam keep your head up. You are a strong woman and remember where your strenght comes from. Only Jesus. Seek him first and put all the other negative things to rest. Much Love
Posted by: Denita (niece) Location: Elizabeth City,NC on Mar 30, 2008 at 10:54 AM
To my uncle I would like to say Thanks! He always had words to encourage people with and he was always a giving person. As far as his club goes no matter what type of place you run there will be "thugs" as someone said and you cant shut down every place of business because ther are bad people. He was making a honest living and you can't blame him. I love my uncle very dearly and I will miss his big smile and hug at every family gathering. To Cameron I love you and I hope you know you have a spitting image to look at everytime you miss your dad Shawn Jr of course. I love you both and we will all get through this.
Posted by: Brother Reggie Location: Charlotte NC on Mar 29, 2008 at 09:28 PM
I met Shawn in 1996 when he invited me and DJ Flexx to come from D.C. to Greenville NC to do a show, and he treated us like he knew us for years.From 1996 to 2002 we kept in touch and when I moved to Greenville in 2002 we have always kept in touch, and we also attended the same church even though I never thought I would be moving to NC. Shawn will be missed by not only me, but to alot of others. My prayers goes out to him and his family. "NEVER SEE A MAN CRY, UNTIL YOU SEE A MAN DIE"
Posted by: A Friend Location: Greenville on Mar 29, 2008 at 05:24 PM
"Marlon", why r u even on this page? If u r a "Redneck" & u didn't know Shawn, then what is your point of being on this page b/c u r not making any sense. For 1 thing, who is playing a race card other than urself? U made the 1st unecessary comment comparing a "Redneck" club 2 a "Hip-Hop" club, that shouldn't have even been on a page that is meant 2 send condolences 2 the family. I think the family, at this unfortunate time of grieving, could care less about ur opinion of a "Redneck" club. Out of respect 4 the family, please discuss ur negative opinions about race with ur "Redneck" friends and leave this space for comments from true family and friends.
Posted by: Marlon Location: gville on Mar 29, 2008 at 11:46 AM
"A Friend" do you see any irony in the fact that you began your message by saying we should not be discussing the club, then you spent about 75% of your message doing just that? Some "red neck" clubs do have issues, and whenever there is a major problem the media does report it if the club has a history of police reports. Its not easy to draw an exact comparison because club owners are not murdered every day, but if that happened at a club with predominately white clientele which had a high incidence of police reports on record (and it has happened in other cities), the media would mention the club's history as part of the broadcast as well. The difference is nobody would try to play the race card and say "they are only mentioning the clubs history because he's white". Just remember every time someone blames their own misfortune on their race, they are destroying a little of their own future credibility, like the boy who cried wolf.
Posted by: Anonymous Location: GREENVILLE on Mar 29, 2008 at 10:37 AM
Shawn,How Do I say Farewell,to my Buisness Partner&Friend?U were so humble&pleasant,a excellent FRIEND&MENTOR.I remember the good times tht we shared.I always tld U tht I hd ur best interest@all times.U were an excellent Father,All U talked abt ws ur children&family.I hve so mny memories&tht's wht I am holding on to.I'm in denial tht I cnt pck up the phne&call U,tht we wnt ever C ech other again. I am devistated.I've called on JESUS,to heal.I am lost for words."U told me thatsome are in your life for a season&some a lifetime"You were my season&it will last me a lifetime"U encouraged me nt 2 worry what"PEOPLE"say,sme hve sd the mst horrible things,I see ur face,I here ur voice,everytime I close my eyes.I wnt sy FAREWELL,I no tht we will meet in the afterlife. "SHAWN MACK"I ADORE U"
Posted by: kenneth (tobster) johnson Location: richlands nc on Mar 29, 2008 at 09:28 AM
first of all i want to give thanks to god for letting me know shawn iwant to give my condoleneces to the williamson family and to cameron you do not know me but your father and i go way back we once went to tarboro to pick you up when you were very small shawn was a good man it was a untimely tragady but we can not question gods time we will miss shawn but he is with the father he is well taken care of so keep your head to the sky and may god bless you and the williamson family
Posted by: A Friend Location: Greenville on Mar 29, 2008 at 12:19 AM
OMG!! ok, let's stop discussing the past history of the club & what the media said. A man, a good man, lost his life, please allow him 2 rest in peace. A family & very close friends are grieving and all you guys can think of talking about is the negativity of the club?? And 2 "Marlo", I know of plenty of "Red Neck Clubs" that have issues, it's just not broadcast as much (if any), it's just how society is. I also know of plenty of "Hip-Hop" clubs that don't have any issues, but ignorance is bliss & u probably didn't know any better than 2 say that. Anyway, I hope the family finds some closure, & please don't let negativity get u down even more at a time like this. And remember, prayer is very powerful, especially when u r feeling down.
Posted by: Nora Washington Dicacia Location: Greenville NC on Mar 29, 2008 at 12:04 AM
Rest in peace my brother I have been praying for the Williamson Family may God look over you in this time of trouble Shown was a friend of my Dauther I never got to met him I only talked with him on the phone My prayers will be the family May God Bless and Keep you
Posted by: Kiana Location: Taylorsville on Mar 28, 2008 at 10:57 PM
Wanda - you're right girl but these days the world is gettin' crazy with the availability of cheap drugs and a world that keeps both parents working around the clock to make a living and pay for gasoline just to get back and forth to work. This means our kids grow up without guidance like they had in the old days and without a sense of family... next thing you know they are out wearing pants almost falling off them and other gangsta clothes, and they got access to firearms by the time they hit the 9th grade. Then they get a taste of drugs and lose all sense of reality, and go out shootin just for fun and trying to act hard. Its up to us adults to make sure we spend time raising them right. We live in busy times and its hard, I'm a single mom with 2 boys and if it ever gets that bad for me I'd rather get my food from the food bank and stay at home watching my boys before I let them wind up career criminals
Posted by: MARIBEL IVORY Location: GREENVILLE on Mar 28, 2008 at 04:44 PM
MY CONDOLENCES TO THE WILLIAMSON FAMILY.
Posted by: wanda miller Location: kenansville, nc on Mar 28, 2008 at 12:21 PM
Murder is murder. It is sad that people will kill just because they want what you have without working to earn it. I did not know Mr, williamson, Ms.Carson or the unknown graduate professor all murdered in senseless manner. My prayers are with all their families. The RACE CARD is always played however blame is shifting around The Durham juvenile probation officer who was degraded due to the Carson spotlight-forgotten professor death 2 minute spotlight. The media made a big deal about ofc past. I used to work for DJJDP at Dobbs Youth Center in Kinston,NC and I would like to defend her character as a DJJDP staff. Her caseload may have been the resources for all juveniles who need more than a slap on the wrist is not justice but the state considers "poor Johnny or Sue" People- we are losing our young people Because the state says No to tough love for youth. Now, who mentioned trouble or past problems in all black cases. Black, white, india or any race does not need youth murders. No FEAR
Posted by: GL Location: NC on Mar 28, 2008 at 08:56 AM
Yes, this issue lost the focus the moment the first person said said the media wasn't giving him a fair treatment just because he's black. The media just reports facts whether or not they have anything to do with the case. Sometimes its too much information, but that is their job to provide information. If Eve Carson had previously had a police record or any kind of trouble in her background, the media would have told us about it because that's publicly available knowledge and it's their job to dig that stuff up. Police reports at a club are public knowledge too, and anyone can access the information so of course the media is going to say that. Anyone that thinks that's because Mr. Williamson was a black man is so far out of touch with reality it's time to put down the crack pipe. The media didn't say anything bad about him, they just said the club was known for trouble, because its news and also could possibly help the police with leads to the person who committed the crime.
Posted by: Anonymous on Mar 27, 2008 at 11:35 PM
I think we have lost focused on the issue at hand. Regardless of the Shawn's profession, he lost his life. I think we should be sending out our heart felt prayers to the family he left behind. Mr. Williamson may your rest in peace and my your family be blessed and cope with there lost.
Posted by: Marlon Location: gville on Mar 27, 2008 at 11:17 PM
Concerned citizen - there are plenty of clubs that don't have problems with violent crimes, assaults, robberies and the like. I've been a DJ for over 14 years and one thing I've noticed is that while people get drunk and fight, the severity of the crimes are much worse at two kinds of clubs: those primarily hip-hop and those that play redneck music. When you look at clubs that play primarily techno and top-40 with a little R&B music mixed in, focusing on providing good dance music instead of catering to a gangsta or good ole boy crowd, you see a club that stays in business without any problems much longer. I'm not saying the type of club had anything to do with his death, just stating facts. Not all clubs have major problems aside from an occasional drunk that gets bounced.
Posted by: David Location: Washington on Mar 27, 2008 at 11:02 PM
THE CLUB MIGHT'VE HAD PROBLEMS.THAT DOES'NT MEAN THAT BRO. WILLIAMS WAS THE CAUSE OF THESE PROBLEMS
Posted by: Anonymous Location: Atlanta GA on Mar 27, 2008 at 05:11 PM
My condolences go out to the Williamson Family. I don't know Shawn personally but I do remember meeting him when I started going to Club Dynasty. I had started college and came home one weekend and at the club we were talking about colleges. He told me that the school that I was attending(now Graduated from 06) was his alma mater. That made me proud because not many people where I was from went to that school and someone acknowledging it gave me hope. I always saw him at the club and we always spoke in passing. He wasn't with drama, and he let us know that he wanted everyone to have a good time and anyone against that had to go. Its a sad thing that he is gone now but God knows best. To the family, God has it worked out, just hold on to Him. Cherish all good memories and never let negativity get you down.
Posted by: Stacey Location: Greenville on Mar 27, 2008 at 04:56 PM
Shawn, you will be missed so much! Everyone could always count on seeing you at Champions!My thoughts and prayers are with your family! And please someone take Lil' Shawn to the gym to see all of his friends! Shawn, may you rest in peace! Just know you will truly be missed!
Posted by: A Friend Location: Greenville on Mar 27, 2008 at 02:37 PM
Shawn was a great person to everyone. Everytime I saw him, he was always laid back & easygoing. I saw him & Lil Shawn last week, & he mentioned that he was getting kind of burnt out from running the club & he wanted to spend more time with his family. Although he & his wife were not 2gether, & he had many female friends the past couple of years, he was getting tired of that. He really loved his wife because he always spoke highly of her, & he always talked about his kids, Lil Shawn & Cameron. He was a very generous, warming, and positive individual. Cameron, keep your head up & know that your dad was very proud of you. He would do anything 4 his children. It's sad that he is gone now, but he will never be 4gotten & loved.
Posted by: Shawn's Daughter - Cameron on Mar 27, 2008 at 11:54 AM
First let me say thank you for all that have shown support and love for my father. We all know that he made a great impact on many people, and because of that he will be truly missed. Funeral arrangements for all who would like to pay their last respects are as follows: 3/29 Mitchell's Funeral Home Greenville, NC A viewing of the body from 1pm-2pm. 3/29 Saunders Funeral Home Jacksonville, NC The wake will be held from 6pm-8pm 3/30 Trent River OGMB Jacksonville, NC The funeral will be held at 2pm. For any and all who would like to send donations, they can be sent to Saunders Funeral Home in Jacksonville, NC. THERE WILL ALSO BE A REPRESENTATIVE PRESENT AT THE VIEWING IN GREENVILLE. Please contact me at 252-813-7566 with any questions. Thank you all and may heaven smile upon you for your love and support.
Posted by: ELIZABETH PIGGIE Location: NEW BERN NC on Mar 27, 2008 at 10:45 AM
SHAWN, LOVE U ALWAYS... MAY U REST IN PEACE. AND I PRAY EVERY NIGHT THAT WE WILL FIND WHO DID THIS TO YOU. MY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY, ESPECIALLY HIS KIDS. MY PRAYERS ARE WITH U DAILY, BE STRONG- AND DO WELL, FOR HE IS WATCHING OVER US.
Posted by: RHONDA on Mar 27, 2008 at 08:20 AM
I was fortunate to have had the honor of meeting Shawn through my sister; It is obvious that he was great person; was well liked and he will be missed. She (Dawn) is part of the crew at Club Dynasty. My thoughts and prayers go out to his FAMILY,FRIENDS AND TO HIS CREW AT DYNASTY. Shawn may you rest in peace.
Posted by: Concerned citizen Location: eastern NC on Mar 27, 2008 at 02:14 AM
My prayers and thoughts are with the family. It makes no sense for someone to take someone elses life, but we all this world is getting worse everyday. Shawn sounds like a wonderful and caring person. Yes his club might of had problems but show me a club that doesnt. As far as the reward amount, it is sad that we have to put a price tag on someones life, but that is the sad world that we live in. You know you can start a webpage for donations to increase the reward amount and set up a bank account for the individuals to make the donations. Me as a concerned citizen and wanting to see justice served have set one up on the marine who is on the run from Jacksonville. I am still in the process of getting the bank account set up, but it is not hard at all. From reading all of these comments, I think you will be able to raise a good amount so that someone will come forward and justice will be served. RIP SHAWN
Posted by: Clarcy and family Location: Jax,fla on Mar 26, 2008 at 09:10 PM
To:Shawn you Will be missed Very Deeply Love Always.Clarcy and family
Posted by: Nina Location: Jacksonville ,Fl on Mar 26, 2008 at 09:05 PM
Uncle Shawn you will always be miss my condolences to the family.
Posted by: Tuijunia Keech Location: Raliegh on Mar 26, 2008 at 08:31 PM
I cant believe Mr. Shawn is gone. From the first day i met him he was always a man i knew and my mother knew would look out for me where ever he saw me at. I knew from the first day that Mr. Shawn was a good man. His kids were lucky to have a father like Mr. Shawn and I will keep them in my prayers. Mr. Shawn you was always loved and will be always loved. My prayers goes out to his family. I love You Mr. Shawn!!!
Posted by: Anonymous on Mar 26, 2008 at 08:30 PM
I agree with you Annoyed...a life is a life no matter the color and it is a great loss. I pray they find the killer and prosecut him/her to the fullest extent of the law.
Posted by: DD on Mar 26, 2008 at 08:24 PM
My condolences to the Williamson Family...you will be in my prayers.
Posted by: Anonymous Location: Greenville on Mar 26, 2008 at 06:24 PM
Mr.Williams was The Nicest Person, I've Every Meet,It's Ashamed A Man So Good Could Leave This Earth So Early, I Wish And Hope Who Ever Did A Crime Like This Be Brought To Justice,Far Well To Mr.Mack, Even With U Not Being Here You Will Be Loved, P.S. The Good Die Young.Be Blessed ,To The Williams Family.
Posted by: djstorm Location: greenville on Mar 26, 2008 at 05:27 PM
It is obvious that Shawn was a good person. If you just look at all the comments that have been made. I truly will miss my friend. His kindness and respect for other people really sat him apart from the norm. My prayers go out to his family. May you find some comfort and peace.
Posted by: Diesel Location: Greenville on Mar 26, 2008 at 04:18 PM
I would like to send my heartfelt condolences to the family of Shawn Mack. Shawn and I have worked together for over 16 years. Over the years we have both experienced life's ups and downs, but together we made it through our obstacles. I love this man as brother and a friend. We have enjoyed a wonderful friendship and working relationship. I bid him a fond farewell and bless him on his journey to a higher place. I miss my friend and I say he will never be replaced. I love you Shawn
Posted by: Jesse Location: Greenville on Mar 26, 2008 at 03:19 PM
The fact that idiot brought up race gives notice to his own insecurities. Whenever anyone dies its a tragedy whether they're white or black or whatever race. Not everything is about race. If you make everything in your life about race and you allow that to consume your thoughts then you've lost out on a happy life. It takes a miserable human being to make a comment like the one that was made about race.
Posted by: Kimberly Location: Kinston on Mar 26, 2008 at 02:53 PM
My condolences to the Williamson Family.
Posted by: a friend Location: rocky mount on Mar 26, 2008 at 02:42 PM
WOULD LIKE TO KNOW IF THERE IS ANYPLACE SET ASIDE TO SEND MONETARY DONATIONS FOR SHAWN'S KIDS. PLEASE POST

Editor's Note: PLEASE....no shouting.

Posted by: Dr. Danny Williams, Jr. Location: Pembroke North Carolina on Mar 26, 2008 at 01:56 PM
Although words can not express what our family is experiencing, we are not paying attention to the race factor here, because that's minimum to us. But what we can do is remember and reflect on the good times we had with Shawn. Whether it was recieving his encouraging words, or choking on our drinks and food from laughing at him, he was a person with a bright spirit, and to us, one of a kind. Words can bring him back, but rememberance will for ever keep him alive. I Say to both families, Pam's and Shawn, we are going to make, because we always do! Remember yall, a Family that PRAYS together, STAYS togther! Dr. Danny Williams Jr. University Of North Carolina "Where Learning Gets Personal"
Posted by: Anonymous Location: Washington on Mar 26, 2008 at 12:15 PM
I fight back tears as I say, Shawn was a wonderful man. He loved his children and family. He always talked about how proud he was of his daughter and what a wonderful son he had. He had the upmost respect for Ms. Pam He loved his mom and dad and made sure that they were ok. He was dedicated to his profession and to his friends also. He taught me so much. He allowed me to see who I really was as a person even at my lowest points he made me feel important. He has helped me in so many areas, I can't even begin to explain. I will always love Shawn, he will truly be missed. I take this time to remember all of his wonderful attributes and all the laughs that we shared. No one can ever replace him in my heart. Shawn had a beautiful spirit and he lives forever in my heart. Shawn L. Williamson you will truly be missed, but your legacy lives on. I pray for the family, that God will ease your sorrows. Take pride in knowing he touched so many so beautifully. May God continually bless you all.
Posted by: charles (brother-in-law) on Mar 26, 2008 at 11:07 AM
when i think of shawn, words could never express the way one man could have touched as many lives as shawn did. it was his character that stood out with me, respected as family man, father and most of all a good friend . you will be missed brother-in law
Posted by: Annoyed Location: Gville on Mar 26, 2008 at 10:12 AM
The racial comments show how immature these people are. God bless his family in this time of loss. I dont care what color anyone is, its a loss.
Posted by: Ramona Location: Arlington,VA on Mar 26, 2008 at 09:06 AM
Words cannot express my feeling for the Williamson Family in their time of need...know that the Lord is watching over all and may everyone's prayers and loving kind words about Shawn bring some comfort.God and Love will prevail.May God Bless All and Bring Peace and Comfort to All.To my sister Mary...be strong and Let God be your strength."Angels watch over my dearest friend"Love and May God Bless
Posted by: Shena J Location: Raleigh, NC on Mar 26, 2008 at 01:19 AM
My condolences to the family & friends of Shawn Mack.Shawn was one of the first promoters I met when I started working at The Beat in 2002 and he was one of the nicest and business minded people I have ever met.It was easy to go from a working relationship to just a genuine friendship with him. It is sad that the media always want choose to highlight the negative.Shawn will truley be missed.
Posted by: citizen Location: nc on Mar 26, 2008 at 12:47 AM
I did not know Shawn but I am sorry for his family's loss. No one deserves to die no matter what color they are. You know the media only reports what they know, so if you know something then call the media so they report it too instead of trying to turn it into a racial issue. May God be with Shawn's family and I hope that catch whoever did this hateful crime.

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Posted by: EUGENE WILLIAMS Location: MIAMI, FL. on Mar 26, 2008 at 12:29 AM
To my best friend my brother, my ace For whom he did foreknow, he also did predestinate to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the first-born among many brethren. Moreover whom he did predestinate, them he also called: and whom he called, them he jestified: and whom he jestified,them he also glorified. What shall we then say to these thing? If God be for us, who can be against us? Shown was predestinated,call,justified,and glorified. Not many can say that,so to make sure that his love lives on try loveing someone the way he loved you, or helping someone the way he help you. Lets grow from this, as Shown would have wonted. Judge not, and ya shell not be judged: I know of one Man that lived a sinless life , and they wrote The NEW TESTAMENT ather him, JESUS CHRIST. Stop the hate, and live life to the fulless. MUCH LOVE FAMILY, see you soon, GEINO.
Posted by: ashley Location: Gvegas on Mar 26, 2008 at 12:16 AM
just want to say i have known shawn mack for all the years that he have owned Dynasty. He was always smiling when i saw him and he would never forget to give me a big hug. He was a nice man and didnt deserve what happened to him. My prayers go out to all of his crew at dynasty but most of all to his family. I will miss you dearly.
Posted by: Portia Harper Location: Greenville, NC on Mar 26, 2008 at 12:06 AM
The greatest legecy a person can leave behind rests in the hearts and minds of those they have shared their lives with.It was a true pleasure to have known Shawn. My world just as others close to him has been turned upside down. I don't think it is fair someone can come into your life and rip out someone you truly love and care about. I am so glad I wasn't the only one who experienced the blessing he was. He touched many lives and all those seeds he planted will continue to flourish.To Pam, Shawn Jr. and Cameron, I am so sorry. I share in your loss.I will continue to pray for all the family and friends in Greenville and in Jacksonville.I love you Shawn.Rest In Peace.
Posted by: Anonymous on Mar 25, 2008 at 10:35 PM
I have known Shawn for many years. I had recently seen him in church and paying his tithes and offering. Shawn is one of the nicest person anyone could ever known. My prayers and thoughts are with his family. I encourage the family be pray and seek "God" to direct your path. I know sometimes we ask "God" but he knows best. God bless you and take care.
Posted by: friend Location: Greenville on Mar 25, 2008 at 10:25 PM
Shawn & I became friends two years ago and he always encouraged me since being a single parent and a great person to share life problems. I used to admire how this caring, strong black man was such a great father to his kids. The news shared about the club past problems but they didn't say how almost every Sunday Shawn was in church. Another important quality of Shawn was being highly educated such as obtaining a college degree. Shawn also made sure his family was doing well. He shared with me a trip to see a family member that was graduating. He also made sure his father was recoverying well from recent visits to the hospital. To the family, Shawn has spoke of you so well and he will truly truly be missed. GOD has called home another soldier in heaven's army. Also he is gone from this so sinful & evil world to look down on those that loved him. My request is for someone to play Stephanie Mills song "Home" Mr. Shawn made me listen to the words, LOL. Rest In GOD'S Arms. Good-bye for now
Posted by: Nephew Location: College on Mar 25, 2008 at 10:14 PM
I knew my Uncle Shawn just a little, but one thing I did know was that he was a good person. When I started college I could tell he was glad that I was taking that route in life. You can't blame the actions of the people going to the club on him he just owned it; a person can only do so much to keep things from happening. That's like blamming the school system for fights that happen during school; there is rules against it but doesn't mean someone wont break them....RIP Uncle Shawn..I will always look up to you...
Posted by: BigJ Location: GV on Mar 25, 2008 at 09:53 PM
It's a shame to see so many of my brothers perpetuating the race war by somehow implying there is anything racially charged in this case. Shawn was an awesome human being and you're disgracing him by crying racism.
Posted by: Joyce White & Family Location: Waterbury, Ct. on Mar 25, 2008 at 09:50 PM
Condolences to THE WILLIAMSON FAMILY May God Bless You All
Posted by: kbp Location: g-ville on Mar 25, 2008 at 09:04 PM
i know shawn from champions. its amazing to accept the fact that i won't see him any more. when you see someone almost everyday for two years and something this tragic happens its hard to accept. many people at the gym are grieving over shawn's loss. we will miss seeing lil shawn at the gym too. to his family, do bring lil shawn by some nights and let him hang out with everyone in the nursery. we've never had a nicer parent to come in the nursery always smiling and cutting up with us girls. mr. shawn would even stop and speak to us girls even when lil shawn didn't come to the gym with him. champions is praying for the williamson family. God will be with you guys through this time of loss.
Posted by: Jennifer, Jasmine, Tenequa Location: Kenly on Mar 25, 2008 at 08:17 PM
First of all we just want to take the time to tell ya'll how sorry we are to hear about Shawn. I (jennifer) didn't know him very well but I had a chance to meet him at Thanksgiving and Christmas. He was a very nice person he welcomed me into his home and he didn't even know me. From the comments I see he made a very big impact on a lot of people's lives. So all this negativity that's circulating disregard people's ignorance. (Jasmine) I'm going to really miss u shawn, and for Cameron, lil shawn and pam you are in my prayers. (Tenequa) I remember him at the last family dinner he was center of attention and had jokes for everybody. Stay strong and keep praying cause God will make a way!
Posted by: Anonymous Location: NC on Mar 25, 2008 at 08:11 PM
My prayers and thoughts are with the family of the late Shawn "Shawn-Mack" Williason. I agree with everyone by saying that he shouldn't be jugde. Shawn couldn't help the way people carry themselves on his property. I seem times when he would intervene in the mix of a soon to be fight. The family deserves the right to grieve and not have to focus on the negative things. That is what's wrong with the news media always looking for negative things, instead of positive. I didn't look at the news at six I guarantee it was about Shawn. Sorry to say when it should of been why In The Hell Gas Is So High? About the reward we shouldn't focus on the Eve Carson reward. That was some of UNC doing. We as a black community should come together, and show them how much he meant to G-Vegas. Whether you give $1 or whatever it adds-up. Long as we sit back they are going to continue to label every young black person trying to do something positive, and it may seem negative to the next. RIP we will miss you.
Posted by: Anonymous Location: greenville on Mar 25, 2008 at 07:49 PM
IT'S REALLY SAD THAT A BLACK MAN CAN BE KILLED AND ALL THEY HAVE TO SAY IS THEY HEARD BAD THINGS ABOUT A NIGHT CLUB ITS NOT ABOUT A FREAKING NIGHT CLUB ITS ABOUT A MAN WHO WANTED TO DO SOMETHING WITH HIS LIFE AND IN THE MUSIC INDUSTRY BUT ONCE AGAIN HE IS BLACK MAN AND IT WILL NOT BE TALKED ABOUT AFTER 2 OR 3 DAYS BUT LET IT BE A WHITE PERSON AND THEY WILL TALK ABOUT FOR YEARS AND YEARS TO COME EXAMPLE THE TWO GIRLS THAT GOT KILLED THAT WENT TO UNC..
Posted by: Lisa Location: NC on Mar 25, 2008 at 06:52 PM
I feel it doesn't matter what race you are white or black. Someone lost their life. Why is their always a race issue when someone dies. At times like this is when the community needs to get together. And stop all th race comments!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: p Location: kinston on Mar 25, 2008 at 05:45 PM
I am so sorry for the family of Mr. Williamson. Know that you are in our thoughts.
Posted by: DYNASTY Location: GVEGAS on Mar 25, 2008 at 05:41 PM
Its sad to say another man was killed. I didn't no Shawn personally. I have been to his club a very nice place to go to get your two step. As a good samaritain he could have closed his club in good faith for the community. If he did another one would have opened he could only provide security and rules we as people had to follow since people didn't we made the DYNASTY a bad place not SHAWN he olny wanted people to love him for what he did ran a establishment that people enjoyed and others hated due to ingnorance. Shawn Mack did all he COULD do to keep the club a safe enviornment you can only do but so much. It was his job and his life...Shawn Mack and Eve Carson was murdered two diffrent life styles and it could have been YOU so it dosen't matter the occupation that you have its the time and place we will never no.. thugs are everywhere... May God bless his family and friends...
Posted by: spice entertainment Location: goldsboro nc on Mar 25, 2008 at 04:50 PM
sean ,it seams like yesterday,me and the crew was talkiing bout you.and how we had god shows in your club,you have such a big impact on all the entertainment world wide.thanks for the memories,they will never be forgotten,you will be missed.sensation owner of spice entertainment.
Posted by: cousin Location: washington on Mar 25, 2008 at 03:23 PM
Saunders Funeral Home, Jacksonville, NC
Posted by: Anonymous Location: Greenville on Mar 25, 2008 at 03:20 PM
What to say about a man who changed my life. Shawn you were a genunine person with a beautilful spirit. You lived each day to fullest despite what people said or did to bring you down. We spent several years of memories together, the laughs, trips, and life experiences. I will always love you and carry you in my heart. Like you said " You were the hardest working man in Showbiz" Your smile would light up a room and boy did you love music. " A singer at heart" Cameron keep your head up continue to make your father proud. I will be watching you graduate soon. Shawn Jr. you are a smart child I am sure you will make your father proud. Pam be strong, pray and have faith. Shawn is looking down and will watch over all his family. Shawn I know the man you were outside of the spotlight and for that opportunity I will always be grateful. I can't imagine why this had to happen but I am positive that GOD has a plan for you up in Heaven. Shine down on us. My life will never be the same. Love You!
Posted by: Sydney Williams Location: Washington,DC on Mar 25, 2008 at 03:15 PM
RIP Shawn!You will never die in our hearts. You will forever live in our hearts. We as a family again will pull together through this time of grief.We as Shawn's family we would like to thank you for each of the kind words lft here. Shawn Family knew him the best. He was never a trouble maker or caused trouble. He cared for his family the most. I knew Shawn as just Shawn not Shawn Mack the Club Owner. Cameron and Little Shawn your Family loves you and will be here for you. Shawn's life was cut too short. We
Posted by: Sydney Williams Location: Washington,DC on Mar 25, 2008 at 02:33 PM
RIP Cousin Shawn you will be missed. Family knew aside from being a club and business man. You were a loving Person cared about your family the most. Cameron don't listen to the negative things the news is saying because you knew your father the best and better then anyone else besides your family. We are here for you Cameron and Shawn Jr the family Love you. We as family will continue to lookout for you. To everyone else who has left comments we as Shawns Family would like to thank you and continue to pray for us through this tragedy. The Person who left this comment"Hmmm the owner of Club Dynasty was murdered and unfortunately I am not at all surprised"Why did you have to hide your name. that was a cowardest move to do. I hope they catch the lowlife that took a father,Cousin,Brother,Uncle too early in his life.

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Posted by: DYNASTY STILL LIVES Location: GVEGAS on Mar 25, 2008 at 01:53 PM
Shawn was a well educated man but no one talkes about that. Shawn was a good man he took me into the entertainment business and try to mold me to take over one day. I considered as one of my best friends i could talk to him about anything and he was so proud of his kids. Shawn was also a father figure to me I looked up to him because I wanted to be just like him, Shawn was a strong man and did alot for our community he tried to give us a safe place to go where others didnt want to be botherd with us. Shawn you will be missed. What does the history of the club have to do with anything. The clubs down town have way more fights than the dynasty but no one talkes about that the dynasty legacy will never die remember that. Shawn gave me good personal advice something my father never did. Shawn you will be missed and we will keep your legacy going. To his kids and wife and friends we are all going to be ok. For the killer I can only say may god have mercy on you. Shawn you will be missed
Posted by: enomis Location: Georgia on Mar 25, 2008 at 01:18 PM
Does anyone have any information on where flowers are to be sent?
Posted by: mesa Location: andrews sc on Mar 25, 2008 at 01:01 PM
My prayers go out to Shawn family.I am a native of greenville and ,have been going to the dynasty before it was renamed the dynasty. I would always see dj shawn mack in the club he would always speak and smile.A very well dressed man never out of place.He will be truely missed.
Posted by: friend Location: nc on Mar 25, 2008 at 12:51 PM
i use to work for shawn at 2 particullar placces including the club. shawn was a respectful man that gave me plenty of good advise that even help me up til this day. He did not start trouble at the club other people did i witnesses it and the news is dogging him bad. You can not jugde the man if you did not know him personally. he did his best in every way he couuld he use to talk to me about his kids and how much he loved them i miss u shawn r.i.p you will be miss
Posted by: Wilmer & Joyce Francis Location: Virginia Beach,Va on Mar 25, 2008 at 12:42 PM
Condolences to THE WILLIAMSON FAMILY
Posted by: david Location: g-ville on Mar 25, 2008 at 12:19 PM
I did not know shawn but i do know that it sounds as if he was a great person and father. I know of the club and it did have a few problems. But it sounds to me he put hiself in a place where he could do alot of good.Those who are saved dont need saving its those he surrounded his self with at the club who possiably did. I sounds as if he done alot of good.I wish the family Gods best. yOU SHOULD BE PROUD.
Posted by: Jennifer Location: Hendersonville Nc on Mar 25, 2008 at 11:32 AM
I meet Shawn while visiting in Greenville during my daughters graduation from ECU. Th gave her a gift by taiking all of her family to VA beach He came along also and the trip was most memorable he kept everyone laughing. My first meeting of him was he was a king caring and giving individual. My heart goes out to his family and childern.
Posted by: mary (shawn's sister) Location: jacksonville,n.c on Mar 25, 2008 at 11:06 AM
On behalf of Shawn's family thank you for your prayers and support in the loss of our loved one, let us focus on the life that my brother lived that was taken so viciously. If you dont know the lord as your personal savior give your life to him today. don't let my brothers death be in vain. we love you shawn and you will be missed.
Posted by: Aunt Little Location: Kenly, NC on Mar 25, 2008 at 10:35 AM
To Pam & the family we are sorry that this happened, to know Shawn was to love him,he was one of the greatest young men that i have ever known had soooo much love, caring & positive influence on younger people, with the BIGGEST HEART always was a Blessing to be in his presence. He didnt deserve to leave us so soon & the way he did..But we know that GOD dont make no mistakes, he is just another special flower gone home to be with his Father..He is gone & our hearts will be full of sorrow but Shawn will never be forgotten..He will live on not only thru baby Shawn & Cameron but in every heart and thru our memories that has grown to know him & love him..To know him was truly to love him..Sleep on Sweet Shawn, we love u but God love you best, now its time to take your rest...
Posted by: Shawn Location: Greenwood, Indiana on Mar 25, 2008 at 10:28 AM
Little did I know that I would lose the most influencial male in my life. After dad died, you stepped up and helped mold me into a man. Your dedication and commitment to all that you did drove me to do so much more, not to mention that I was named after you. I love you and I miss you so much. No need to worry though, Cameron, Pam, and Shawn Shawn are going to be in good hands. As you look down on us from the skies, just remember that every good thing that we do is for you. Just like all the good and great things that you did for us. You were more of my big brother than my uncle, more of a best friend than just family, more of a motivation than just a person... I love you Uncle Shawn and I'll miss you until we meet again.
Posted by: Dinah Brooks Location: Atlanta, GA on Mar 25, 2008 at 10:06 AM
Pam, baby shawn, Cameron and the rest of the family u have my deepest sympathy. Shawn was truly loved by all of us & he will be missed more than words could ever say..I am praying for all of u..Love your cousin Dinah & Michael Jr...
Posted by: ANONYMOUS Location: SHARPSBURG,NC on Mar 25, 2008 at 09:43 AM
Shawn was a very special person. He brought out the best in anyone who know him. His intelligence, care and concern for his fellowman will be missed and it is so sad that those attributes are mostly recognized when a person is taken from us. His parents should be proud of his accomplishments and the life he lead to touch so many people in a positive way. The comments from his daughter,Cameron, are proof positive of the kind of person he was and the impact he had on her life. To Cameron, Mrs. Pam and Shawn Jr, be blessed and remember you now have another angel watching over you and let yur life be as much of an impact on someone else, as Shawn's life has been on you. Be Blessed and embrace one another at this time of sorrow.
Posted by: Jennifer Reeves Location: Atlanta, Ga on Mar 25, 2008 at 09:24 AM
To the Williamson family I send my deepest condolences. To my Nubian Sister, you know who you are, I send out many prayers out for you and your family. May angels watch over you in this time of grieving.
Posted by: Anonymous Location: Greenville on Mar 25, 2008 at 08:58 AM
First, my thoughts go out to the family of Shawn. Second, was reading the comments made by some about the first sentence in the above story. I took that sentence to mean that "the club" has had some trouble, not Shawn (the owner). When I first moved down here 9 years ago I learned quickly not to be near that club at closing time, again bad people giving the rest a bad name. Third is addressing the person who stated that the UNC girl reward is greater then this reward for information: true but look at what you are comparing, Greenville to the whole UNC area. You can't compare the two. I am sure that Greenville police is doing everything they can with resources and money to help find this person or persons. Don't bring race into something that Greenville can't control, if you have a problem with the reward for information then get off your butt and donate some of your hard earned money to finding the killers.
Posted by: LaShawn Location: Clarksville, TN on Mar 25, 2008 at 08:17 AM
Thank everyone for their support. As his oldest niece - who lives in TN and was named after him - it's definitely comforting to know that he touched soooo many lives. We, as family, know who he is - I'm just glad that the community of Pitt County and surrounding areas see what we saw on a daily basis. It's the media's job to "report". And right now, that means negativity. Violence is what sells. How many times do you turn on the TV to something good. Sometimes, it's all about the ratings - and sadly, this is what has happened again. It's what society mandates and it's what we've come to accept. Cam...you know I love you and I am just a phone call away. We both will live in his memory. Continue to keep GOD first in everything that you do! I'll see you soon! MissTN.....
Posted by: Dorothy Location: Wilson, NC on Mar 25, 2008 at 07:57 AM
To Cameron and her family, I am truly sadden this happened to you and I hope they catch the killer(s) that did this to your father. I was told you were close to your dad like I am to my daughter. Our prayers are with you and your family. Keep your head up and don't forget you have friends and family to help you through this rough time.
Posted by: Anema & Raynard Location: Atlanta, GA on Mar 25, 2008 at 12:28 AM
I can not beleive that Shawn is gone. He is my cousin through marriage. I have never met anyone like him before he was a very kind person who was always smiling. He was a man that would do everything he could to help anyone. If you asked him for advice he gave you the truth and he didnt sugar coat it. He has touched so many peoples lives and he was a man of his word. Shawn was a good husband and a great father. I'm so glad to be able to call him my cousin. He will truly be missed in our family but he will never be forgotten... Cousin you will live on in our hearts forever and our family dinners will never be the same...We Love You!!!!
Posted by: Natasha Location: Greenville on Mar 24, 2008 at 11:39 PM
To the family of Shawn, Most of you dont know me, but I did know Shawn very well. Shawn Jr. I pray that you have strength and you remember all of the things your father has taught you! You have been respectful everytime I met you! And to Shawn's daughter, you have not met me, but I feel like I know you! Your father loved you so much, and bragged about the day him and your mother took you to your first day of college and moved you in, he was so proud! Your father was a great friend and co-worker! Always there for his friends, he even came to the hospital last year when my baby was born to support me and my boyfriend! Remember the GREAT man he was, and don't let these rumors and comments of people who dont know him, bother you! Remember to pray for him, yourselves, family, and even the person that killed him! You have to learn to forgive to move on, it will be hard but yall are strong and blessed! You are all in my prayers! RIP Shawn, ill miss you! it wont be the same without u!
Posted by: king Location: greenville on Mar 24, 2008 at 11:19 PM
It's a shame that such a good man has lost his life and all some people can do is focus on negative things. Anyone that knew Shawn will tell you he was truly a good man. One of the few people that i can honestly say that about. I think the news should focus their efforts into helpin the police solve this case instead of finding negative things to say about a good man that lost his life so tragically.
Posted by: JENNIFER RAYNOR Location: HAMPTON, VA on Mar 24, 2008 at 11:18 PM
I had the pleasure of meeting Shawn Williamson two years ago when I was in town visiting. He was very kind respectful and welcoming. May god bless his family and know you're never alone.
Posted by: Samantha Location: Waterbury CT on Mar 24, 2008 at 10:32 PM
SHAWN WAS A GOOD MAN AND HE WAS VERY KIND. HE WAS A REAL GOOD COUSIN. HE DIDNT DESERVE THIS. NO MAN SHOULD, HE WAS A NICE FATHER TO LIL SHAWNIE JR. AND CAMERON THEY ARE FAMILY AND ALWAYS GOING TO BE. AUNT IRENE AND UNCLE BUCK WE WILL KEEP YOU IN OUR PRAYERS. I HOPE THEY CATCH THE KILLER
Posted by: LaMarsha Location: Washington, dc on Mar 24, 2008 at 10:30 PM
RIP Cousin, forever you will live in my heart. As family we knew you better than most, the father, the friend, the cousin, uncle; you were not defined to us a owner of a club you were just Shawn. Cameron, you know what your daddy was to you so don't allow negative comments to bother you, keep your head and know that you have just been given another angel to watch over you and your brother. Shawn Williamson will forever live in the hearts of all that truly knew him. GOD BLESS
Posted by: David Location: Winterville on Mar 24, 2008 at 10:27 PM
I knew Shawn from the gym. I still can't believe he is gone. Is was a great person and an even better friend. He will be greatly missed and my thoughts and prayers go out to his son and wife.
Posted by: Tobe Location: NC on Mar 24, 2008 at 10:26 PM
I hope my comments were not taken as disrespectful. I was only trying to address someone's comparison to Eve Carson and explain society and the media's viewpoint (not mine at all) regarding nightclubs which turn into trouble spots. There is nothing here that's about race. There have been similar incidents that happen to club owners of all races, and for the most part, tragic