The family of Civil Rights leader and icon Dick Gregory celebrated his life and legacy on September 16 at the City of Praise Family Ministries ... read more »

Rodena Preston Williams, who passed on Sept. 15 in Los Angeles, was heralded across the nation as an amazing pianist, director and arranger. She worked with many gospel greats throughout her career. ... read more »

Sabina Alyne Perry transitioned from this life into the loving arms of Jesus on September 5, surrounded by a host of beloved family. She was 87-years-old. ... read more »

Carrie B. Williams lived her life with enviable grace and resilience. ... read more »

“One of the things I keep learning is that the secret of being happy is doing things for other people,” said satirist, comedic icon, and activist Dick Gregory who passed away Saturday, August 19. ... read more »

The community mourns the loss of Carole Jordan-Harris, M.D.; her absence is greatly felt.  ... read more »

Ray served as a unit leader in the United States Marine Corps from 1953 to 1957. ... read more »

Family and friends from across the globe, gathered to celebrate the life and legacy of Martha Rivera Chavis in a multicultural service, just a few blocks from her Montclair, N.J. home. ... read more »

On behalf of our Executive Publisher, Danny Bakewell, Sr. and the entire Los Angeles Sentinel Staff we extend our heartfelt and deepest condolences to Dr. Ben Chavis, the NNPA President, and his entire family on the passing of Mrs. Martha R. Chavis, who was not only a dedicated wife, but also an amazing mother that served as the backbone of her family and community. ... read more »

Martha Rivera Chavis, 53, the devoted wife of civil rights leader, Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr., died at home in Montclair, NJ at 3:00 AM July 7. ... read more »

Sheila Raye was recognized by the Georgia General Assembly’s House of Representatives for helping to keep her father’s legacy alive and well ... read more »

Rapper Prodigy, a member of the hardcore New York hip-hop duo Mobb Deep, has died. He was 42. ... read more »

His employment allowed him to work in various islands, including the Cayman Islands, Bermuda, Bahamas and Trinidad. ... read more »

Fred W. Valentine was born in Glen Flora, Texas on January 22, 1919, to Effie and Frank Valentine. He moved to Pasadena, California when he was 7 years old and grew up around his uncle’s business, James Woods Mortuary. ... read more »

The education community is mourning the passing of a nationally renowned educator, Judy Ivie Burton, who passed away on May 19, 2017 ... read more »