Friends and family gathered to celebrate the life of Dr. Erskine R. Tucker, Sr. on Monday, Aug. 29, 2011 at Central United Methodist Church, which was his church home. Dr. Tucker passed on the … [Read more...]
‘Cosby Show’ actress Clarice Taylor dies at 93
Clarice Taylor, the actress memorably known as Anna Huxtable on the “The Cosby Show,” died of heart failure on May 30, in Englewood, N.J. She was 93. The actress’s representative confirmed her … [Read more...]
Dr. Manning Marable, Malcolm X scholar dies at 60
Compiled by Courier Staff Dr. Manning Marable, an influential scholar and historian died on Friday, April 1, 2011 at the age of 60. Dr. Marable’s latest book described as his life’s work … [Read more...]
In Memoriam – Vince “Tit” Bernard Hattix, Sr.
Vince enjoyed music, working on handyman projects and helping others. He will be missed by his father Charles Hattix, grandmother Hattie Elizabeth Sanders, children: Candy Hattix, Vince Hattix, Jr., … [Read more...]
Velma L. Coggs: Her Story
By Ald. Milele Coggs On Monday, January 3, 2011, my mother, Velma L. Coggs, transitioned to eternal life. My extended family and I greatly appreciate the many wishes of condolences, messages … [Read more...]
“Ivory Queen Of Soul” Dies
LOS ANGELES - R&B singer Teena Marie died at age 54, it was reported Sunday night, and the news spread by e-mail and by social-media tools such as Twitter before the mainstream media had a chance … [Read more...]
Community bids farewell to a ‘Good Nabor’
Pastor Benjamin L. Nabors Sr., preacher, teacher and radio talk show host was laid to rest last week. Nabors hosted the “Good Nabor” radio program for many years for radio station WNOV. Pastor … [Read more...]
Keith Murphy dies at age 56, final arrangements
Keith Murphy’s Funeral will be held this Sat., Nov. 20, 2010 at 9:30 a.m. for viewing and 10:30 a.m. for service Funeral Services are in the care of and will be held at: JB Jenkins Funeral … [Read more...]
Carl Walter Birks
February 12, 1931 – October 21, 2010 Carl Walter Birks was born on February 12, 1931. He was the first son born to Walter Birks and Lucille Scott Birks in Detroit, Michigan He was a pioneer in … [Read more...]
Albertina Walker dies at 81 in Chicago
The woman who launched the careers of some of the most heralded gospel legends, the original Gospel Caravans--the late Rev. James Cleveland, Shirley Caesar, Inez Andrews and Dorothy Norwood--Albertina … [Read more...]
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