CARBONDALE — Herman Williams Sr., a longtime presence at Southern Illinois University Carbondale and a former assistant coach for the Saluki men's basketball team, died Thursday, Oct. 29. He was 81.

"Herman is a legend in the halls of Saluki Athletics," SIU Director of Athletics Tim Leonard said. "He set an example that we strive to follow today. We are beyond thankful for his contributions to our basketball programs, athletic department and university. He will be greatly missed."

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