Brian Willis was a 23-year-old Black man found shot to death in the early hours of July 24, 2020, in St. Louis, Missouri. Police discovered him about 1:40 a.m. on the 4100 block of Clay Avenue, a north-city stretch not far from Fairground Park.

Brian’s obituary and remembrances focused on who he was outside the crime: someone known for his humor and ability to make friends, and an avid athlete who competed in soccer, baseball, basketball, football, and wrestling. Family and loved ones held a family hour and a life celebration service on August 3, 2020, at Mount Herald Missionary Baptist Church on Sullivan Avenue in St. Louis.

If anyone knew Brian or has information about the shooting on Clay Avenue that night, please share what can help investigators or the family.