The Obituary

Dijoun Cameron Beasley was born on January 17, 1996 in Harlem, New York to Tifini Beasley and Jovon Sanderlin.

Dijoun received his early education in both New York and Virginia. Dijoun moved from New York to Virginia where he continued to receive his elementary education. While attending Coleman Place Elementary School, Dijoun was recognized as an honor student and received many accolades for his academic achievements. He was an energetic athletic youth and demonstrated his amazing talent on the Ingleside football field in Norfolk, Virginia. Dijoun was instrumental with helping his team win multiple championships and as a result was named Most Valued Player (MVP) for his team. Dijoun was a beast on the football field and was eager to win games. It was then that he earned the name, “Mustard” as he "stuck it" to the players on the D-Line! Not only was he an amazing football player, but he could shoot those hoops!

After moving to Boston, MA, Dijoun continued to matriculate his education while attending Dorchester Public Schools. He continued to shine as a rising athlete and starred on the football team in Dorchester, MA.  As a young man, Dijoun was always particular about his dress and appearance and was always dressed to impress.  Dijoun earned a GED at the young age of sixteen, and continued his career as a personal trainer at the Inner City Weightlifting Company in Boston, Massachusetts.  He was loved by many for his fitness expertise and was often requested to serve as a personal trainer by many.

On January 23, 2022, Dijoun C. Beasley slipped into eternal rest surrounded by family.

Dijoun was preceded in death by his Great-grandparents, Jean Hughes, Beatrice Sanderlin, and Mary Williams; his Godfather Jackie Richardson.

Dijoun leaves to cherish his memories his parents Tifini Beasley of Boston, MA and Jovon Sanderlin of Chesapeake, VA; grandparents Acquanetta Beasley, Jovandra Sanderlin, Leo Ciyburn, Vernon Sanderlin, Sr. and Dr. Rosalynn Sanderlin; great grandparents Charles and Bertha Corprew; Godparent Stephanie Ramos;  Aunts Mertine Sanderlin, Andrea Sanderlin, Jovandra Sanderlin, Fredecia Lane, and Rosharia Lane; Uncles Vernon Sanderlin, Jr, and Naron Sanderlin (Shannon); Four Sisters, Ahmiyah Sanderlin, Iyonna Sanderlin, Arbreyell Daniel, and Samyah Bell; one brother Jayvion Sanderlin; and a host of other relatives and friends.