At the start of 2011, Gordon was the Dodgers' best prospect according to Baseball America. The 32-year-old. "I'm playing baseball, man," he says. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. The haunting part of the story, and the struggle for anyone who has dealt with such a situation is always the I should have or the What if aspect, and for Gordon, those thoughts are often at the forefront of his mind. Devaris "Dee" Strange-Gordon (born April 22, 1988) is an American professional baseball second baseman, shortstop, and center fielder who is currently a free agent. So that's why you'll now see him called Dee Strange-Gordon going forward. 5:14 pm ET. 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Gordon, a soft-spoken, humble young man who never took for granted he'd become a star just because his father was a three-time All-Star with a well-known and wicked curveball, responded to a nice. section: | slug: mariners-dee-strange-gordon-updates-last-name | sport: baseball | route: article_single_fantasy | Marion's Community Funeral Chapel, Avon Park. This account has been disabled. Early life. Devona Strange is on Facebook. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. There was a McDonald's around the corner and, stalling for time, the woman bought Dee an ice cream cone and small fries. The final, motivating image Gordon views at his. Continuing with this request will add an alert to the cemetery page and any new volunteers will have the opportunity to fulfill your request. More from Yahoo Sports: State of emergency: Lakers concerned about LeBron ESPN exposes extent of NBA refs betting scandal Brown: Padres simple reason for signing Machado Sign up for 2019 Yahoo Fantasy Baseball today, Over the last few years, the precedent was set, Early Wednesday, Bleacher Reports Scott Miller published a. on Seattle Mariners second baseman Dee Gordon, recounting the violent death of his mother when he was just 7 years old. We're all not perfect. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. Failed to delete memorial. Dee Strange-Gordon is an American baseball player. Try again later. "I guess I messed up and broke everybody's heart," he says. Tom Gordon definitely helped out with that even though he was playing ball, and the rest of Dees family seems to have been very good for him while he grew up. I didnt take it in right away, he says. "I didn't cry. Find Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and TikTok profiles, images and more on IDCrawl - free people search website. He was 6 when his mother, Devona Strange, was murdered by her boyfriend. Find Donald's age, current and past home addresses, mobile phone numbers, email addresses, and known relatives. "I miss my daughter, but she left me something worthwhile," Caitt says. That was her baby. Mother Aran C. Riley was born May 16, 1938 in Wilson City, Alabama to Green and Mary Elmore. "Do you want me to. Over the last few years, the precedent was set by then-New York Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman for MLB to take stronger initiatives in addressing domestic violence issues. Through the years, he has held tight to both his mother's name and memory. Look at me. In so many ways, Gordon is a survivor. Donnes cls. There are lawyers involved for players and third parties. In 2020, he batted .200/.268/.213 and stole three bases in 33 games. Tom Gordon who happens to be Dee Strangers father is also an American baseball professional who was known to have retired. In 2015, in his first season with the Marlins, Strange-Gordon hit .333 with a total of 205 hits and stole 58 bases. On June 1, 2012, Gordon was part of a Dodgers lineup that featured the sons of five former Major Leaguers (along with Tony Gwynn Jr., Ivn DeJess Jr., Jerry Hairston Jr. and Scott Van Slyke). In 2016, the baseball world was shaken by the tragic death of one of baseballs brightest icons when Marlins pitcher Jose Fernandez was killed in a boating accident. Devona D Strange, 52. The 32-year-olddebuted for the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2011 and has played for three franchises in his career. He thereafter chose to be known professionally simply as Dee Gordon. The prosecutors, some are more cooperative than others. At 14 and barely 100 pounds, he promised his Nana he was going to make it to the NBA and that she should not allow anyone to upgrade that grave marker because he had plans. DeeStranges mother on the other hand who is called Devona Denise Strange was known to have passed away when he was seven years old in the year 1995 at the time. [1] Through the 2010s, Strange-Gordon stole 330 bases, the most of any player. I'm so sorry. Failed to remove flower. Gordon's family rallied to give him something resembling a normal childhood. The Red Sox hope Jeter Downs can be the guy to take over second base in the future, but the 22-year-old is likely to begin 2021 in Triple-A. Franaise. Overall, in 2012, he played in 87 games and hit .228 with 32 steals. They did not marry. [55], On October 27, 2020, it was reported that the Mariners would not pick up Strange-Gordon's $14 million contract option for the 2021 season, instead paying him a $1 million buyout. Gordon answered no, that he did not want him to leave. To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. He rejoined the Dodgers late in the season and was used primarily as a pinch runner. A few weeks before my mom died I heard my mom choking, he says. The people there don't cut the grass. [32] Gordon recorded his 50th hit of the season in the Marlins' 28th game on May 7, 2015, tying Rogers Hornsby's 1924 Major League record for fewest team games required to reach 50 hits. Experts like Ray-Jones and others see that people frequently underestimate the complexities of this issue. Her son Dee's father, professional baseball player, Tom Gordon, sued for custody of Dee and raised him with the help of his own mother, Dee's grandmother, Annie Gordon.Contributor: NJMorrissey (48403058), Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. He has played Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Los Angeles Dodgers, Miami Marlins, Seattle Mariners and Washington Nationals. And I remember exactly what I ordered that day: ice cream and small fries. She was so sweet. MLB also has its own investigative arm that moves when complaints are filed. [18] After an injury to shortstop Rafael Furcal,[19][20] the Dodgers purchased Gordon's contract on June 6, 2011, and he made his major league debut in the top of the ninth as a pinch runner against the Philadelphia Phillies that night, and scored a run. [33] After 28 games, Gordon led the major leagues with a .437 batting average. Epitaph. In 2014, he led the MLB in both steals and triples and he was named to the NL All-Star team. I'm not the biggest guy in the world. ). 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BillionGraves.com record for DeVona D Strange (8 January 1970 - 16 March 1995), BillionGraves Record Lincoln Garden Cemetery, Avon Park, Highlands, Florida, United States, North America. He played for Gigantes de Carolina in the Puerto Rico Baseball League after the season. Devona Strange's initials are stitched on his glove. He looks around, still hardly believing his surroundings. Weve updated the security on the site. I Could Save the Woman", "Dee Gordon Changes Last Name to Honor His Mom, DeVona Strange, Who Was Killed", "Marlins celebrate first win of season with a slam dunk! His brother, Nick, an infielder in Minnesota's system, lives eight minutes away. When the opportunity came for John to study viticulture and enology at Fresno State . This browser does not support getting your location. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. Strange was shot and killed by her boyfriend,Lynford Schultz, who served five years in prison for manslaughter. On defense his 10 errors at second base were third among all AL second basemen, and his .963 fielding percentage in center field was the lowest among all major league center fielders with at least 400 innings played. "She had this beautiful smile, man," Gordon says softly. He appeared in the Midwest League All-Star Game,[13] was named the league's Most Valuable Player, selected to its mid-season and post-season All-Star teams, and chosen for the Prospect of the Year Award. But hes still not sure he has it right. Dee had landed across the room, and his mother was screaming. Verify and try again. Devona's Debut album and self produced body of work is an all in, soulful ride through a star-field of electronic-orchestral waves, angelic harmonies, and 808 drums. Dee Gordon, in effect, is simply his stage name. "I know he wasn't doing nothing good," Gordon says. With the Dodgers, Gordon was primarily a shortstop. After the season, he played for the Tigres del Licey in the Dominican Winter League. He tested positive for exogenous testosterone and clostebol. His parents were known to be high school sweethearts but didnt make it so intimate. With his starting spot gone, Gordon was relegated to a pinch running role the remainder of the season. [23] The next day, in his first start, he had hits in his first three major league at bats and had a stolen base. Working with the Florida District Attorney's office, he invites one child a month to join him in the clubhouse and during batting practice.[5]. He talks to kids who have "been victims or have lost a parent due to domestic violence" through the Flash of Hope program he established a few years ago. Amid a season of disappointments, Dodger fans are embracing rookie shortstop Dee Gordon - all 150 pounds of him. "She had this beautiful smile, man," Strange-Gordon told Miller of his mom. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. He began his tenure with the Mariners by playing center field in 2018, and started playing left field in 2020. We have set your language to Here we are, Gordon 24 and promising to never change. Devona is the longtime aspiration of Winemaker John Abbott and his wife, Molly. He might have done [drugs and crime] before DeVona, but he had gotten a job. "Get the hell out of my house! [47][48] For the 2018 season Gordon batted .268/.288/.349 with four home runs in 556 at bats. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Try again. Since the six happiest years of his life, he's leaned on family and friends to fill the void. Batters are getting hit at a record rate in 2020. Latest On Red Sox' Free Agent Targets. Donald Strange in the US: 89 records available We found public records for Donald Strange. "Domestic violence is rooted in power and control," Ray-Jones says. Like the other kids, he knows something has happened. It was also the first inside-the-park homer at Marlins Park. [57][58], On February 7, 2021, Strange-Gordon signed a minor league contract with the Cincinnati Reds organization. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. He was a right-handed pitcher and current radio color commentator for the Boston Red Sox at the time. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. Close this window, and upload the photo(s) again. Just two days before the murder of his mother, Gordon witnessed a physical argument between DeVona Strange, his mother, and Lynford Schultz, his mother's live-in boyfriend. says Gordon, who signed a five-year, $50 million deal with Miami in 2016 before the Marlins traded him to Seattle in December 2017. No, he said. When he was with the Miami Marlins, Gordon partnered with the team on the Flash of Hope program, which catered to children whose lives were marred by domestic violence.Gordon's mother, DeVona Strange, was shot and killed by her boyfriend when Gordon was 7. [2], Strange-Gordon was born in Windermere, Florida, the son of former Major League Baseball (MLB) pitcher Tom Gordon and Devona Denise Strange. In life, the Herald of Balthazar was once Devona, daughter of Mordakai. Learn more about managing a memorial . Dee Gordons mother Devona Strange and father Tom Gordon. Meet Tom Gordon and Devona Strange parents of baseball second baseman and shortstop. Dee Gordon's mom Devona Strange died in a tragic manner. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. Thats why, for a long, long time, I felt it was my fault, Gordon said. How tough must it have been to have a mother for just six years? Locally, she. The Mariners infielder relived the tragedy. In 2019, Gordon batted .275/.304/.359 and stole 22 bases in 117 games. According to the Miami Sun Sentinel, Devona's boyfriend at the time served five years in prison for manslaughter after explaining that the two were playing with a gun on the couch only to have it go off and kill Devona instantly. And I almost never root for anyone, as you know, and yet here I am preparing to gush. In a silver frame on a dresser in his bedroom is a picture of him and his mama at her graduation, both of them resplendent in white. In 2020, he announced that he was going back to using his full last name, Strange-Gordon, to honor his late mother.[75]. Mother Aran C. Riley was born May 16, 1938 in Wilson City, Alabama to Green and Mary Elmore. The next thing he knew, some cousins picked him up and took him to their house. You may not upload any more photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 20 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 5 photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 30 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 15 photos to this memorial. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. That was the first clue Gordon received about how his mother had died. Gordon nods with understanding while telling this story. Because I remember before that laying on her chest, and I could hear her heartbeat. There was a big lot between the houses with several trees, and one day Dee and some friends were playing basketball and someone kicked the ball in frustration. "Do you see my house?" "[41] Gordon's tribute home run to Fernndez has been described as a "transcendent MLB moment. Posted by ; On Maj 26, 2022; 0 Comments . Locally, she was a computer technician at AAA Insurance since January. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. "It is incredibly pervasive," says Katie Ray-Jones, CEO of the National Domestic Violence Hotline. [56] The following day, the Mariners officially declined his option, making him a free agent. "He was doing what he could, I guess." According to Florida. There was an error deleting this problem. There are more hurdles to clear. Whats he so happy about? It was an accident.". "A lot of times you don't get cooperation. T.J. Simers is a former Sports columnist for the Los Angeles Times. Strange-Gordon (left) in 2017 playing for the Marlins under his original surname and (right) in 2022 with the Nationals after his name change. The latest in the sports world, emailed daily. based on information from your browser. He became the first Dodger player since Harvey Hendrick in 1928 and the first Major Leaguer since Jayson Werth on May 12, 2009 to accomplish that feat. [60], On April 8, 2021, Strange-Gordon signed a minor league contract with the Milwaukee Brewers organization. Certainly for Gordon, the cases that have been brought to light had to stir up some emotions in him, and for that, it seems that its becoming increasingly important for organizations to implement a plan to help not only those affected off the field, but the ones that we see, cheer for, and admire everyday. Required fields are marked *. Two days before his mother's boyfriend would shoot and kill her, Dee Gordon heard her cries from the kitchen as her boyfriend tried to choke her. Family members linked to this person will appear here. He imparts the same lesson he so fiercely learned himself. Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. Their job is to prosecute a case, not necessarily help us. Two days after he crashed the dumbbell into his mother's boyfriend's head to stop the choking, Gordon was riding the school bus home when he and his friends looked out and saw a commotion at the front gate of his apartment complex. Survivors include a son, DeVaris J. Dr. Devona Stalnaker-Shofner, EdD, LPC, NCC, Licensed Professional Counselor, Lawrenceville, GA, 30045, (470) 347-8517, My approach to counseling is based on my fundamental belief in the . Copyright 2021 by G24 Ltd. All rights reserved. It has to be tough hitting only .228 on center stage before realizing how ridiculous that sounds. He hit .289 in over 600 at-bats and also led the league with 12 triples. I want to know if he became bitter in time. Additional data from member contributors. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. For the season, he had the highest ground ball percentage (57.6%), and the lowest fly ball percentage (19.6%), of all major league hitters. He tells them, "Just because you are a statistic, it doesn't mean you have to be a statistic.". "I woke up at the gravesite at the burial.". Grandmothers can help fill in blanks, and Gwendolyn has filled in many for him, including her answer to the doctors' question at birth: If you cannot save both, she told them, then please save my daughter. I live here. Im 6, we live in a not-so-nice neighborhood and McDonalds is awesome. With this winery, and the addition of Oregon Pinot Noir to the cellar, we bring our winemaking career full circle from where our interest in wine first began at Oregon State University in the late 1980's. The four varietals that we produce, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay . I just looked at her. 0 cemeteries found in Avon Park, Highlands County, Florida, USA. Andy Behrens, Dalton Del Don, Matt Harmon, Liz Loza, Scott Pianowski. Nine have been suspended or placed on administrative leave. Strange, St. Petersburg; her mother and stepfather, Gwendolyn and and Raymond Claiff of Avon Park; her father, Donald C. Strange Sr., and two brothers, Donald C. Strange Jr., and Donald C. Strange III, all of Avon Park; and five sisters, Danette Zeeuw, and Latrevia and Dontavia Strange, all of Avon Park, Shequita Strange, Texas, and Tyra Toney, Jacksonville. "It might have been our worst mistake," Dee says. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. 47-year-old DeVona Rothrock was last seen on November 21, 2014 at her home in Monrovia, Indiana. $200 per post at $10/CPM. He began 2013 back in AAA with the Isotopes and was called up to the Dodgers on May 4 after an injury to Ramrez. This finishes exceedingly long, as this brilliant wine is dense and polished now and has a really long way to go. The apartment complex in which he and his mother lived has been torn down. "I remember my lips feeling cold against her. Not everything makes sense or adds up. Strange-Gordon is in the middle of his 10th season in the majors. Submitted on July 23, 2013. 46 Views. The divine name *Dyus stems from the root *dyeu-, denoting the "diurnal sky" or the "brightness of the day" (in contrast to the darkness of the night), ultimately deriving from *di or dei- ("to shine, be bright"). He didn't start playing baseball seriously until he was a teenager and had left the area, after his father and unclesTom has three brothersre-entered his life in Avon Park. Who is Devona Strange? How Jose Fernandezs death impacted Gordon, In 2016, the baseball world was shaken by the tragic death of one of baseballs brightest icons when, by then-New York Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman, Marlins pitcher Jose Fernandez was killed in a boating accident, Batter up: Join or create a 2019 Yahoo Fantasy Baseball league for free today, State of emergency: Lakers concerned about LeBron, ESPN exposes extent of NBA refs betting scandal, Brown: Padres simple reason for signing Machado, Sign up for 2019 Yahoo Fantasy Baseball today, Jets reportedly interview former Broncos head coach Nathaniel Hackett for OC job. His mother, he says, never even saw him catch a baseball. [4], In 2008, with the Ogden Raptors of the Pioneer League, he hit .331 in 60 games. Life is looking up for Dee now, and Dee Gordons mom Devona Strange is in his helmet and shoes as a reminder for him. This spring, Chicago Cubs shortstop Addison Russell will continue a 40-game domestic-violence-related suspension that started last year. They do not marry. The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. So, too, does a sister. Citation Use the citation below to add to a bibliography: Cognates in Indo-European languages revolving around the concepts of "day", "sky" and "deity" and sharing the root *dyeu- as an etymon suggest that Dyus was the . Dads smart, too. Two women who work with his mom pull him aside. 1.6m members in the baseball community. Strange-Gordon told B/R's Scott Miller in 2019 that Devaris Strange-Gordon is his legal name, but after a public address announcer in rookie ball badly mispronounced his full name, he asked to just be called Dee Gordon. Strange-Gordon was primarily a shortstop and second baseman, and with the Marlins, he was primarily a second baseman. He was teammates with outfielder Matt Kemp on the Dodgers from 2011 to 2014. Lynford had actually turned his life around when he met my daughter. Drag images here or select from your computer for DeVona Denise Strange memorial. And how does a kid recover from life turned upside down? he asked. So that's why you'll now see him called Dee Strange-Gordon going forward. She was preceded in death by her husband, Willie Clay Riley; siblings: Larcenia Royal, Willie Nell. Follow Scott on Twitter and talk baseball. 2 Kansas, career night from Wilson in OT thriller. The boyfriend pleaded no contest to manslaughter and was sentenced to five years in prison. Try again later. Would you give me a car at 16 or 17? Gordon says. Devaris arrived second, to a woman named Devona Strange. Their son Dee was born in Windermere, Florida.Devona was shot to death by a subsequent boyfriend who claimed that she was shot as they played with a loaded gun. My mom bought me that dog.". He did not rejoin the club until September 11, by which time the club had acquired Hanley Ramrez to play shortstop. But hes going to have to do better, the game not caring what hes overcome. On April 29, 2016, Major League Baseball suspended Strange-Gordon for 80 games due to performance-enhancing drug use. Photos larger than 8Mb will be reduced. "I wish I was then who I am now. Now she wants to take me to McDonalds. Select a record to see additional public records data. Gordon makes the switch, but gets no car. "He pushed my skinny ass across the room," Gordon says, memory vivid, eyes wide open, staring straight ahead. We'll see if he also changes his NOB (from Mike Chamernik). Tom Gordon Baseball Trading Card Values. The cemetery isn't maintained as well as Gordon would prefer. He was a right-handed pitcher and current radio color commentator for the Boston Red Sox at the time.
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