Memorial Service Set for Raymond C. Reed
June 9, 2022
Raymond Charles Reed, a successful Beverly Hills entertainment attorney and film producer, passed away on February 15, in Los Angeles.
Breaking News
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- Judge Dion Griffith Morrow Passes Away
- Election Controversy Sparks Debate in Pasadena NAACP Leadership Race
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- Destination Crenshaw Celebrates Paul R. Williams with Stunning Mural by Patrick Henry Johnson
- Community Salutes Dr. George McKenna’s Stellar Achievements at Gala Retirement Celebration
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Celebration of Life
Derf Reklaw, Renowned Jazz Musician, Succumbs
May 26, 2022
While in Los Angeles, Derf’s musical endeavors continued to soar. He performed throughout Europe with jazz musician Eddie Harris. He toured around Canada with rock musician Burton Cummings. His command of his craft took him to South Africa’s Joy of Jazz Festival playing alongside jazz singer Dwight Trible.
Burrell Communications Group Mourns One of Its Finest
May 26, 2022
Linda Jefferson, senior vice president of Group Media Services for Burrell Communications Group, passed away suddenly last week after a short illness.
We Speak Their Names: Honoring the Victims of the Buffalo Shooting
May 19, 2022
Last Saturday afternoon, the citizens of Buffalo, New York had no idea that a shooter wearing military fatigues, body armor, and a tactical helmet would intentionally walk into Tops supermarket and randomly aim a Bushmaster XM-15 rifle at shoppers going about their lives and employees working their shifts.
In Memoriam – Pastor Floyd D. Bullock September 17, 1933 – April 19, 2022
May 5, 2022
It is with deep sorrow we announce that Rev. F. D Bullock transitioned to his heavenly home peacefully on Tuesday, April 19, surrounded by his loved ones.
Rest in Peace – Linda Lanier
May 5, 2022
The community lost another angel with the passing of Linda Lanier, who left this world for eternal rest with the Heavenly Father on April 15. She was 70 years old.
Rest in Peace- Michael Angelo Houlemard, Sr. February 9, 1933 – April 1, 2022
April 28, 2022
Michael Angelo Houlemard, Sr. peacefully transitioned to his heavenly home on April 1, 2022, after a full day surrounded by generations of his adoring family. He was admired and will be missed by too many to list, revered for his teaching career, respected for his baseball and ping pong prowess, sought for his home building and repair skills, and known for his caring ways, speaking truth, spiritual sense of the world, and passionate support for family and friends. His services will be held on Tuesday, May 10, at St. Andrew Catholic Church, 42 Chestnut Street in Pasadena. Rosary will be
In Memoriam – Kimberly Rachelle Willis Gagnier, Esq.
April 27, 2022
Sunrise: Monday, May 3, 1971
Sunset: Wednesday, April 21, 2022
Travis Kiel, LAUSD Change Maker, Passes Away
April 14, 2022
The legacy of Travis Kiel, a game-changing educator and administrator, will be celebrated by family and friends in his hometown of Coffeeville, Alabama on Saturday, April 16.
Celebration of Life: Loris Lovett
April 14, 2022
The family and friends of Loris __ recently gathered to celebrate her life and legacy. She touched many people in a truly positive way and so many are better off from having the extreme pleasure of knowing Loris.
Steelers QB Dwayne Haskins killed in auto accident
April 9, 2022
Dwayne Haskins was working on a second chapter for his young NFL career. The 24-year-old quarterback was spending time with some teammates with the Pittsburgh Steelers, getting ready to compete for a starting job.
Gerald F. Luke – Rest in Peace
April 7, 2022
Gerald Francis Luke Sr. was born June 10, 1944, to the late Joseph and Lillie Luke in New Orleans, Louisiana. A native of New Orleans, Gerald completed his high school education at George Washington Carver High School.
Virginia Valdry, L.A. Community Advocate, Passes Away
April 7, 2022
Virginia Valdry, a noted community advocate and longtime resident of Windsor Square for 41 years, passed away at home on April 2. She was 81-years-old.
Romaine Viola Edwards – Celebration of ‘A Wonderful Life’
April 7, 2022
“For I am ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand. I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith …” (2 Timothy 4:6,7)
Obituary for Beatrice Rhae Nelson Reflections of Life
March 31, 2022
Beatrice Rhae Nelson (Weaver) was born in 1934, a product of Waco, TX. She was the third child of Elijah Bowman Weaver and Pearl Spratt Weaver. Her childhood home was a safe and secure base where her imagination and individuality were supported by her community and she was exposed to a variety of interests. A devout believer at an early age, Beatrice accepted Christ at Belmont Baptist Church in Waco, TX. Her parents, siblings, and relatives encouraged and supported Beatrice’s desire to further her education and her involvement in the community because she had a desire to service