Businessman Jesse L. McGee Succumbs
October 28, 2024
A celebration of life service is planned for businessman Jesse L. McGee, who recently passed away.
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Celebration of Life
Groundbreaking Reporter Warren Wilson Passes Away
October 9, 2024
Warren G. Wilson, a groundbreaking Los Angeles news reporter, Wilson passed away on Sept. 24 in Oxnard, CA. He was 90 years old.
Patricia Ann Auzout Clarke Passes Away
September 25, 2024
Patricia Ann Auzout Clarke peacefully entered eternal rest on Friday, September 6, at the age of 77.
Condolences for Civil Rights Activist & Philanthropist Sybil Morial
September 11, 2024
Friends, family members and leaders from across the nation all send condolences to the Morial Family following the death of the beloved community leader Sybil Haydel Morial.
James Earl Jones, Acclaimed Actor and Voice of Darth Vader, Dies at 93
September 11, 2024
James Earl Jones, who overcame racial prejudice and a severe stutter to become a celebrated icon of stage and screen — eventually lending his deep, commanding voice to CNN, “The Lion King” and Darth Vader — died on Sept. 9 in his New York home. He was 93.
Legendary Soul Singer Frankie Beverly Passes Away
September 11, 2024
Frankie Beverly, the lead singer and lyricist of the soul/funk group Maze, passed away at the age of 77, according to KTLA news.
Rap artist Rich Homie Quan Passes Away at the age of 34
September 5, 2024
According to a report from KTLA, Rap artist Rich Homie Quan passed away at the age of 34, purportedly due to a drug overdose, as confirmed by other prominent musicians and industry figures.
Inland Empire Philanthropist Reggie Webb Laid to Rest
August 15, 2024
Reginald “Reggie” Webb, a philanthropist and one of the most successful fast-food restaurant owners in Southern California, was laid to rest last month after a long battle with leukemia. He was 76.
Community Mourns Passing of Business Leader Arzella J. Valentine
August 9, 2024
The Los Angeles Sentinel and the Bakewell family extend our deepest condolences to the Valentine Family on the passing of the family matriarch, Arzella J. Valentine.
Honoring the Life and Legacy of Brother Captain Amin Muhammad
July 11, 2024
The family of Brother Captain Amin Muhammad announced that he returned to Allah on Monday, July 1, 2024.
Dr. Gloria J. McNeal, Pioneering Educator, Leaves Enduring Legacy
June 26, 2024
Dr. Gloria J. McNeal, born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on August 17, 1947, revered as a leader in nursing education and healthcare innovation, passed away on May 31 following a brief illness.
Bill Cobbs, the prolific and sage character actor, dies at 90
June 26, 2024
Bill Cobbs, the veteran character actor who became a ubiquitous and sage screen presence as an older man, has died. He was 90.
Evan Michael Cablayan Passes Away
June 19, 2024
The greater Los Angeles community recently mourned the passing of Evan Michael (Horsely) Cablayan. Evan was born June 6, 1980, and died on April 29, 2024.
Baseball Legend Willie Mays Passes Away at 93
June 19, 2024
Willie Mays, the iconic Hall of Famer often hailed as the greatest player in baseball history, has died at 93. The news broke during a Mets and Rangers game in Arlington, evoking emotional tributes from the baseball community.
Della Marie Williams Goes Home to be with the Lord
June 13, 2024
Della Marie Williams was born on October 23,1939 in Jacksonville, Florida, and passed away on May 8, 2024, in Los Angeles.