MUSKEGON, Mich. — Dametrius "Meechie" Walker, a standout Muskegon High School football player, has died after a fight from a rare bone cancer.
The Big Reds announced the news Friday, and many others shared on social media how much of a positive impact he made on the community.
Muskegon's Dametrius Walker always wanted to play for the Wolverines.
The former Muskegon star had several offers during his time with the Big Reds, but he was diagnosed with osteosarcoma in his leg in the fall of 2020 and had to quit football before his senior high school season.
Earlier this year, the Michigan football team welcomed Walker to the Big House so he can finally achieve his dream.
Michigan football tweeted Friday "We are heartbroken to learn of the passing of Dametrius Walker. Meechie was an inspiration to every member of our program and the Michigan family as a whole. He will be missed by so many."
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