James R. Jordan, Sr.

Age: 56

Summary: father of NBA professional basketball player Michael Jordan who was a lifelong basketball fan and had played a large role in inspiring his son Michael to become an athlete as he traveled the United States to follow his famed son's career at the University of North Carolina and then with the Chicago Bulls.

Cause of Death: Homicide by shooting

Born: July 31, 1936

Died: July 23, 1993

Location: Lumberton, North Carolina