Former St. Louis Basketball Standout and Entrepreneur Von Scales Dies at 58

Born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, Scales established himself as an elite high school basketball player during his youth, earning wide acclaim across the local sports scene for his athleticism and leadership on the court.

Following his athletic career, Scales transitioned into corporate business and entrepreneurship, founding and managing ventures including Pro-Pain Logistics. His roots remained deeply connected to the St. Louis community throughout his career.

Scales gained national recognition in recent years following his relationship with singer and television star Trina Braxton, member of the legendary R&B vocal group The Braxtons. The couple married in December 2018 in a televised ceremony and subsequently appeared together across several seasons of WE tv’s hit reality series Braxton Family Values and The Braxtons.

Health Journey and Cause of Death

According to reports from family representatives and close sources, Scales passed away peacefully around 2:00 a.m. on Thursday morning in Atlanta.

While an official medical report has not yet been released, sources close to the family noted that Scales had been battling ongoing health complications, including heart-related conditions and congestive heart issues over recent years—a personal journey he had previously discussed openly during television appearances.

A publicist representing the family issued an official statement following his passing:

"It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Von Scales, beloved husband of Trina Braxton. The family appreciates your thoughts and prayers but is asking for privacy at this time as they navigate this unfortunate event."

Outpouring of Tributes and Legacy

Following the announcement, tributes poured in across social media platforms from former teammates, St. Louis community members, and fans of the Braxton family. Colleagues remembered Scales as a charismatic leader, devoted husband, and steadfast community advocate who retained a deep love for his home city of St. Louis.