BROTHER ROSCOE NANCE HONORED BY OMICRON KAPPA KAPPA
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rother Roscoe Nance was initiated in the Lambda Epsilon Chapter of the seventh district in 1968 and is a Charter member of Omicron Kappa Kappa Chapter, Third District of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. For the entire span of his walk in Omega and throughout the twenty-five-year existence of the OKK Chapter, Brother Roscoe Nance has played a momentous role in serving our communities and professionally as a sportswriter. With humble beginnings in Enterprise and Union Springs, Alabama, he attended Tuskegee University and was the sports editor of the campus digest. Brother Nance rose through the ranks of his career and was inducted into both the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) Hall of Fame and the Black College Hall of Fame. He is the first inductee who didn’t attend an HBCU, nor coach or play sports. Brother Nance worked at USA Today for over thirty years and covered a myriad of sports, including the NBA, for fifteen seasons. The commissioner of the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference
(MEAC) once stated that “He could write like Picasso could paint.” Brother Nance had a gift with the pen. Additionally, his editorial work was always spot on and captivating. Not only did he shine in the professional world, he also did great things philanthropically. He was a Boy Scout, a member of the ROTC, and later became a commissioned officer in the US Army. His vast community service has impacted homeless shelters, churches, and the hearts of many. The vast eulogies and commemorations during his passing serves as a testament to his selfless stature and kindheartedness with everyone who interacted with our Brother “Sco”, as he was affectionally called by his dear Brothers in Omega. To express our love and honor for our great brother, the OKK Chapter Brothers decided to start an annual golf tournament so that his name would continue to be remembered. On Monday, November 15, 2021, The Brethren of Omicron Kappa Kappa opened up with a 10am Tee Time in hon-
Brother Roscoe Nance and his wife, Mrs. Willye Mae Nance
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or of Brother Roscoe Nance. This classic was the chapter’s first annual golf tournament to commemorate his selfless and untiring work for our Dear Omega. What began with a chilly start ended up being warmed by the fond memories, kind words, and well-deserved trophies for those participating in the tournament held at Hidden Creek Golf and Country course in Herndon, Virginia. Several of Roscoe’s Brothers in the Fraternity and fellow Tuskegee Airmen came out to celebrate him. His wife gave a beautiful summation of how they initially met and fell in love. She also shared anecdotes about his life and times in the Fraternity. She wholeheartedly believed that he was looking down upon them and felt that this event was well put together. Additionally, he would be proud of everyone. Brother Roscoe Nance peacefully passed away at the age of 71 from cancer in his Virginia home. He is survived by his wife Willye, son Keith, two daughters Rahkia and Riva, three grandchildren, and a long list of individuals who still consider him to be a trailblazer, icon, and legend.
