Former Athlete And Producer Asa Palmer, 28, Passes Away, Leaving His Parents, Anita And Jerry Ugo Onyenibeji
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Published May 15, 2026
Former Athlete And Producer Asa Palmer, 28, Passes Away, Leaving His Parents, Anita And Jerry Ugo Onyenibeji
Asa was a seasoned media professional with over eight years of experience in sports broadcasting, live production, and digital media.
June 1, 2026
This article was last updated by Rohit Maharjan on June 1, 2026
Asa Palmer, who has played football for the Cardinals wearing jersey #71, tragically passed away on Thursday.
According to Asa Palmer’s official profile, he attended Wesleyan University from 2014 to 2018.
Off the football field, Asa was a seasoned media professional with over eight years of experience in sports broadcasting, live production, and digital media.
Asa served as the video editor at BronxNet Community Television in 2016. He was the freelance camera operator for MHM Productions, LLC.
He also served as the founder/digital media producer, associate producer, graphic artist, and broadcast associate at CBS Sports.
Emmy Award-winning producer Asa Palmer Passed Away At The Age Of 28
Asa Palmer, a former athlete and producer, took his last breath on May 29, 2026, at 28. The cause of death has not been revealed.
Gernald Hawkins Sr. took to his official Facebook handle and the death of Asa Palmer. He wrote,
Been trying to find some words for this post, I just can’t seem too. God has called such a young gentle giant home. Asa Palmer you will be missed. My family met you through my son . It was the 5 horsemen. You guys were college buddies, football teammates, roommates and brothers from another mother. Asa was the most well mannered and respectful young man I have ever met. Emmy award winner never changed who you were, humility was in you DNA. You were always the pacemaker of the group, now you have eternal peace. Love Asa! Please pray for my son and his friends, They are taking this pretty hard. My prayer is that they will lean on each other, and unite the way that Asa would want. Gernald Jayr Hawkins, Nate Taylor, Aj Girard,Jaylen Berry. Bless you!
Monroe University graduate Charlene Merced also took to her social media handle and offered her heartfelt condolences by stating,
Asa Palmer- Huntt, you will always be that little boy who loved climbing auntie’s wall unit. If I would have known that Saturday, May 24th in church; before the wedding ceremony, that it would have been the last big hug I would get from you, my sweet nephew, I would have held on to you a little bit longer. You will be missed, but never forgotten. May you rest in peace.
Thessalonia Worship Center also mourned Asa’s loss and wrote about his during the time of the COVID-19 Pandemic. They wrote,
Asa Palmer went home to be with the Lord on Thursday evening. He was known by many for his personality, his smile, and demeanor. Asa was used by God through media; he took photos, filmed, and produced for our media team, our missions team, and many other places. Asa loved to create, and we are better for the time we had with him. His encouragement to go for the shot or bring extra equipment was the push needed at times. We loved Asa and enjoyed his presence. During the time of COVID (2019-2026), Asa jumped into action, attending services weekly to help support streaming efforts.
Other close relatives and family members have also extended their heartfelt condolences and sent prayers to Asa’s family, encouraging them to stay strong during this challenging time.
He will always be remembered for his unforgettable contributions as a Cardinals football player and producer at CBS Sports.
His family will soon reveal the funeral service schedule. Rest in Peace, Asa Palmer.
Asa Palmer Is Survived By His Parents And His Brother, Eliel Huntt
Born in 1996 in New York, United States, Asa Palmer was raised by his mother, Anita Huntt, and father, Jerry Ugo Onyenibeji.
According to Anita’s profile, she served as the office manager at David Seinfeld, MD, PLLC, for over 13 years.
Since April 2018, she has been serving as the owner of House of Eros Brida Boutique. She is currently mourning the tragic loss of her son, Asa Palmer.
Asa’s brother, Eliel Huntt, lives in New York and attended Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School.
Recently, Eliel took to his Facebook handle and CBS Sports for honoring his brother, Asa. He wrote,
Thank you CBS & CBS Sports for honoring my brother Asa Palmer Huntt 🙏🏽🕊️
In Case You Didn’t Know
- Asa traveled to Ghana and South Africa with the A Chance 4 Life (2026) missions team to help capture media.
- Palmer was employed as a part-time camera operator at Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp.
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