Silence Davis was a 16-year-old basketball player from Wilson, North Carolina, who died on July 23, 2022. She was a valued scholar and leader of the Wilson Prep Academy’s girl’s basketball team. She helped the team to go undefeated during the regular season and reach the Eastern Regional Championship game in 2022. She was also awarded for her soccer skills. She was loved by her classmates, teachers, coaches, and family.
The cause of her death has not been officially confirmed, but some sources suggest that she was involved in a car accident. According to Echovita, she was born in Hartford County, Connecticut, and was the daughter of Nakia Lamont Davis and Joanna Santiago Perez. She had a heart of gold and left a lasting imprint with everyone she encountered. She was always there for her friends in need.
Her death was announced by the Wilson Preparatory Academy on Facebook, where they expressed their deep sorrow and asked for continuous prayers for her family. Many people also shared their condolences and memories of Silence on social media, calling her a “pretty girl”, a “star”, and a “beautiful soul”.
Silence Davis was a talented and promising young athlete who had a bright future ahead of her. Her sudden and tragic death has left a huge void in the basketball community and in the hearts of those who knew her. She will be greatly missed and never forgotten.
