Service Details
A time of visitation will be in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Monday, October 23, 2023 from 8:00 – 11:00 am.
Interment, in Muslim tradition, will immediately follow at approximately 12:00 noon in Graceland Cemetery.
Afterwards, a celebration of Al-Haj Jameel’s life will be held at the George Bray Center (924 Center Street) on Monday at 1:00 pm.
Al-Haj Jameel Ghuari, age 70, passed away peacefully at Ascension Columbia St. Mary’s Hospital in Milwaukee, late Wednesday, October 18, 2023.
Born Charles “Chuck” Chambliss on November 24, 1952 to the late Charlie and Annie Mae (Lindsey) Chambliss. He graduated from Washington Park High School and went on to play basketball at University of Wisconsin – Parkside where he was inducted into the Hall of Fame. He was proud of his Ahmadi Muslim religion, accepting the name Al-Haj Jameel Ghuari after completing his pilgrimage to Mecca.
Al-Haj Jameel began his career in our community with Taylor Home and Urban League, eventually being appointed the executive director of George Bray Neighborhood Center for almost 25 years. He was an extreme sports fanatic, especially basketball, who loved giving back to our community as an active father figure for many youth over the years. Jameel was a sharp-dressed dapper gentleman, who enjoyed traveling, reading, and was always up for a competitive debate about any topic you were willing to discuss.
Some of his personal athletic accomplishments include being a stand out player at Park High School to then playing at UW-Parkside and later competing at a professional level in Scotland, Japan, Canada, and the Philippines. He then shared his knowledge and experience about the game of basketball with others by training countless athletes, some of which made it to the professional level, and some who it just kept out of trouble.
Surviving are his children, Myron McNutt (Angela Williams), Sharif (Melissa) Chambliss, Isiah Scales and Huriyyah Ghuari, grandchildren, Tamyra McNutt, Marcella McNutt, Mynika McNutt, Myron McNutt Jr., Myreah McNutt, Aasiyah McNutt, Aamirah McNutt, Julian Chambliss, Kellen Chambliss, Aziyah Scales, Trinity Scales, Isiah Scales Jr., Tajiah Johnson, Kyrie Scales, Aiyana Scales, Omega Scales, Ja’Xiyah Scales, Izhaan Scales-Young, Journi Scales, and Zaiden Jones, brothers Donald (Pat) Robinson, Carl “Trick” (Vicky) Robinson and Mark Chambliss as well as his Muslim brothers, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. In addition to his parents, Jameel was preceded in death by his brother, Kenneth “Krang” Robinson.
A time of visitation will be in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Monday, October 23, 2023 from 8:00 – 11:00 am. Interment, in Muslim tradition, will immediately follow at approximately 12:00 noon in Graceland Cemetery. Afterwards, a celebration of Al-Haj Jameel’s life will be held at the George Bray Center (924 Center Street) on Monday at 1:00 pm.
Johnny Henning says
My condolences to the family he was a good friend of mines we watch sports and talk about anything ..RIP. my brother you will be missed but not for gotten
Franc James says
Rest in peace, Jameel
Tom Janikian says
Sharif,
I’m so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. I’ll never forget the spirited conversations we had over the year’s. Boy we sure loved talking sports and he was so proud of you. He always was interested in what I was up to and he always remembered my parents and how well they got along with him. You were born upstairs at my parents house on Mitchell St. He certainly will be a person I’ll never forget.
My sympathies to you and your family.
Cherri says
♥️… RIH
Charnette B Anderson-Barker says
Jameel,
Thank you! Your knowledge and dedication to basketball was uplifting to my daughters My’Kale and Ky’Ana basketball skills. Your constant pep talks provided them guidance and love for the game as well as building self-confidence to attack the game and dominate. We will miss you!
Love,
Charnette and My’Kale & Ky’Ana French
Anonymous says
Rest easy my brother. Peace be still. Condolences to your family.Sharif your Dad’s memory will live on forever.
From Sharon Shelton Williams
Sharon Williams says
Rest easy my brother. Peace be still. Condolences to your children and family.Sharif you Dad’s memory will live on for ever.
Frieda Marshall-Dumas says
There are no words for the legacy Jameel has left on your family and the Racine community. My family will always cherish the wonderful memories we had with your dad. Deepest condolences to you and your family for your loss. Sending healing prayers 🙏🏾❤️
Betty Clark says
Condolences to family 🎈
John Moore says
Rest in peace my brother. Condolences to the family. Was a big influence in my life always had words that inspired you to be a better person. Rest well PEACE
Mae Tucker Williams says
My sincere condolences to Jameel’s family and all who loved him. Praying for your strength during this difficult time.
Sheila N Grandy says
My condolences to the family, may God comfort you all during this time, 🙏😔
Joyce Smith says
You will truly be missed dearly Jameel. You and my ex-husband Paul Darryl Drane RIP, were the best of friends for many years. Your dad was a great man and yes he have done many great things for a lot of kids.
He always kept me laughing back in the day. Your father will always be watching over all of his kids and grandchildren for life. I will keep you all in prayer 🙏 ♥️ you all. Rest now my brother by another mother. Love (POEBABY). Joyce Shelton-Smith.
Lynn Booker says
Our prayers and condolences to the Families sorry for your loss may God continue to Bless and give you strength and comfort in the days to come 🙏🏽 ❤️
RIP Jameel 😇
The Booker Family
John and Mary Bedford says
Our deepest condolences to Cherrie, Sharif and the entire Chambliss family for your loss. The Legacy that Jameel leaves with last forever. Our prayer for the family is that you are at peace as Jameel is resting with God. His physical presence is gone, however Jameel has left all of you a special piece of himself to hopefully last you a lifetime. Rest in Peace my Brother!!
Jehan Ghuari says
Much Love 💕
Ron (McWhorter)Mahdi says
May the CREATOR of all bless his soul and family. I pray the CREATOR make your grave spacious and peaceful.
The Cotton Family says
From the Cotton family, condolences to your children and grandchildren you were a special man here on earth. May you peacefully rest. One man One God.
Anonymous says
The Cotton family send condolences to your children and grandchildren you were a special man here on earth. May you rest peacefully. One man One God.
Entire Love & Westmoreland Family says
Sending our condolences and prayers to Entire Ghuari Family
Ricky and Joann McMorris says
Our condolences to the family. R.I.P my brother.
Bria Dumas-Alexander says
My deepest condolences to the family. It was an honor to know your father and I will forever cherish the memories.
Ced Sunnyslick Brantley says
I love and miss u you jameel
You was my friend / my uncle / coach/ then u felt like a father after everything said and done! I. Appreciate u … so much u taught me will stick with me and my son till we meet u agin . Rest in heaven 🤲🏾
Cece House says
Prayer, thanks for your hard work
Johnny says
Our Condolences to the Family.
Justin Ormond says
Words cannot describe what you meant to the community. The way you poured your love into the kids here in Racine were unmatched. Rest easy cuz. Love.
Qudsia Hayes Razaa says
Saalams (Peace be with you) to the Ghuari family. You have the Best of the Best in your family. Jameel was great friend of mine. He will surely be missed. From Allah we come and to Allah we will shall return.
Armintta Franklin says
I want to extend my condolences to Jameel’s family. He touched the lives of so many in our community. Jameel’s legacy will live on. Sharif, thank you for the stories you’ve shared over the past few days. They allowed us to learn so much more about your dad and his impact on the lives of others outside of the Racine Community.
Mary Carter says
My condolences to the family God Bless you hearts and minds. At this difficult time of loss,of your love one.May the support of family and friends lift your spirits. As you go through this process .Something we all will experience and have experienced. Strength encouragement love be with you all take care.
Corey Prince says
From the Prince family. We send our sincere condolences in the loss of a legend that impacted so many lives. We pray that you find comfort in the outpouring of love from those he touched, and the many stories, pictures and memories that Jameel left you all with. Rest in Power, He will be forever remembered.
Anonymous says
My Condolences 💐 to the entire Family.
Jameel will be missed dearly.
He was like to Son to my Father
Jacob A. Lott he cared for him many days before he passed away. He shared good times with my Brother’s.
We will cherish the memories.
May he rest in peace.
The Lott Family 🙏🏾🤲🏾 🕊️ 💜
Maydell Williams says
Our prayers are with Jameel’s family. From the Billups and Williams families.
The Moore Family says
Sending Condolences to the family
Sandra Trott says
My sincere condolences to Sharif, and Jameel’s entire family.
Lee & Francine Strong says
Mr. Lee & Mrs Francine Strong we are so sad to hear of his passing sending prayers and comfort in your time of sorrow. Allah, The God of Israel continue to bless your family.
Felecia Rush-Green &Family says
Sending our condolences to the Family of Jameel Ghuari every time I seen Jameel he made me feel like family always smiling
RIP Jameel
Roy & Debra Baker says
Sending prayers and condolences to the Family!
Jerry Smith says
Condolences to the family.
Bettina And Wagner Lester says
My Condolences to the entire Family. Jemeel Racine Wisconsin will Miss you. RIH
Nola Starling-Ratliff says
My thoughts and prayers are with you Sharif. God Bless You
Anonymous says
Joanne Powell and Family,sending our condolences to the family of Jameel. RIP 🙏
Joanne Powell says
Joanne Powell and Family,sending our condolences to the family of Jameel. RIP 🙏
Ramona Drane says
My condolences to the Family
Anonymous says
My condolences to Cherri and family. Jameel served our community and our youth well. You are in my prayers 🙏🏿 ❤️
Oliver-McMillian Family says
Deepest Condolences on your loss!!
Joanne Tucker says
Joanne Tucker Powell Our condolences to Jameel Family. RIP 🙏
The Jackson Family says
Our condolences to you and your family Sharif! May our prayers and blessings strengthen your family souls for healing and comfort. Peace be with you all.
Tyrone Person says
RIP Ghauri, condolences Mark and all the family.
Mary McIlvaine says
Jameel was unforgettable, energizing to be around, and he made such an impact on our community. My condolences to the family.
Don & Jowauna Owens says
May peace be with you family during this difficult time. Rest well Charles.
nas hooper jones says
rip jameel u will be missed my brother
Cece House says
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