In Loving Memory of Biggs Williams
Christmas Day, a moment meant for peace, reflection, and shared joy, was forever changed in East Memphis by a senseless act of violence. The shooting at the Exxon station on Kirby Parkway claimed the life of Biggs Williams, turning a holiday of celebration into one of mourning and disbelief. What should have been a day filled with warmth and connection instead became a painful reminder of how fragile life can be.
Biggs Williams was more than a headline or a breaking news alert. He was a man with a life that mattered—someone known, remembered, and loved by family, friends, and members of the community. His sudden and violent death has left behind an emptiness that words cannot fully capture. For those closest to him, the loss is immeasurable, and the pain is intensified by the fact that it occurred on Christmas Day, a date that will now forever carry the weight of tragedy.
The shooting at the Exxon on Kirby Parkway sent shockwaves through East Memphis, leaving many shaken and searching for answers. Incidents like this ripple far beyond the immediate scene, impacting families, neighborhoods, and an entire city already weary of violence. Two words—Christmas Day—now stand in stark contrast to the grief and heartbreak left in the wake of Biggs’ passing.
As the investigation continues, loved ones are left to mourn a life taken too soon and a future that will never unfold. Biggs Williams’ memory deserves to be honored not for the violence that ended his life, but for the person he was and the space he held in the lives of others.
May Biggs Williams rest in peace. May his family and friends find strength, comfort, and support during this incredibly difficult time. And may his loss serve as a solemn reminder of the urgent need for healing, accountability, and an end to the violence that continues to steal lives and dim the light of our communities. His life mattered, and he will not be forgotten.