A CELEBRATION of the LIFE of JUANITA STEPHENS SCOTT
May 9, 2019
APRIL 27, 1919 to APRIL 30, 2019
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- Los Angeles Rams and LAPD Spread Holiday Cheer with Annual Sleigh Ride
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- Visit Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza for Holiday Photos with Santa
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Neighborhood Says goodbye to Hip-Hop Legend and Community Giant
April 18, 2019
The city of South L.A. honors slain rapper Nipsey Hussle with Grand Memorial
Celebration of Life Service Set for Bishop L. Daniel Williams
February 13, 2019
Bishop L. Daniel Williams, the retired pastor of The Baptist Church of the New Covenant in Norwalk, passed away following a lingering illness. A celebration of life service will be held on Friday, March 1, at 11 a.m. at the Citizens of Zion Baptist Church, under the leadership of Pastor Bobby Newman Jr., and located at 12930 S. Lime Ave., in Compton. Bishop Rudolph W. McKissick Sr., Williams’ father in the ministry, and Bishop Rudolph W. McKissick Jr., both of Bethel Baptist Institutional Church in Jacksonville, FL, will give eulogies. Serving in the ministry for 44 years, Williams was prominent
Alice Holmes Succumbs
June 7, 2018
Alice Holmes former Director of Special Projects and Scheduling for former Congresswoman Diane E. Watson passed last week in Las Vegas after a lengthy illness. Services pending.
Celebration of Life: Sister June Elizabeth Johnson
February 8, 2018
Celebration of Life: Sister June Elizabeth Johnson
Celebration of Life: Dorothy M. Tucker, Ph.D.
January 17, 2018
Dr. Dorothy M.Tucker, trailblazing psychologist, educator and Renaissance woman passed away on December 28, 2017. Her dedication to individual and societal betterment made profound and lasting impacts on many lives. Born in Spartanburg, South Carolina, she was the daughter of James Tucker, Sr. and Cleo Christine (Fant) Tucker.
Simeon Booker to Be Memorialized at Washington National Cathedral January 29
January 4, 2018
The National Association of Black Journalists’ inducted Booker into its Hall of Fame in 2013.
Sunsets of 2017
December 28, 2017
This year, we said goodbye to friends, family and loved ones. The sun has set for them but we will always remember them in love and joy.
Marjorie Laverne Cash Passes at 80
November 30, 2017
Marjorie Laverne Cash, a longtime resident of greater Los Angeles, passed away on Nov. 23. She was 80 years old. “It was very appropriate that God took her back on Thanksgiving night. Mama always had an attitude of gratitude,” noted her daughter, the Rev. Joyce L. Randall. A celebration of Marjorie’s life is set for Friday, Dec. 8, at 11 a.m., at St. Stephen Missionary Baptist Church, 1720 Walnut Ave, in La Puente. The visitation will be held from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. A native of Memphis, Tennessee, Marjorie was born on April 1, 1937 to Colonial Wells and
A Bright Light of the Black Press Dims: Bernal Smith II Dies at 45
October 26, 2017
“He was about business,” said Marshall. “He added value when he spoke on issues related to NNPA and his recent election to the executive team was a clear sign of his rising star.”
Celebration of Life Set for Willie Mae Townsend-Waddell
September 13, 2017
A love of God, family, church and community reflects the lifelong passion of Willie Mae Scoby Townsend-Waddell, who passed away Sept. 7 following a brief illness. As a faithful Christian, mother, grandmother and educator, Willie dedicated her adult years to serving the Lord and making a positive difference in the lives of others. Her viewing will be held Thursday, Sept. 14, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., at McKay’s Mortuary, 3918 Marine Ave., in Lawndale. A celebration of her life will take place on Friday, Sept. 15, at 11 a.m., at Brookins-Kirkland Community AME Church, 3719 W. Slauson Ave., in
Celebration of Life: We Remember Cleveland Llewellyn Morgan
June 15, 2017
His employment allowed him to work in various islands, including the Cayman Islands, Bermuda, Bahamas and Trinidad.
“The Gate Keeper” Homer Leon Bradford Jr. Remembered by Crenshaw Community
May 11, 2017
He left a legacy of positivity and unerring service for his small biological family and the multitude that makes up the Crenshaw High School community, according to Crenshaw staff members.
Jazz and Blues Legend to Be Remembered in Los Angeles May 2
April 27, 2017
She headed west in 1950 and began performing in Oakland, California.