A Celebration of the Life of Marjorie Eloise Johnson Sunrise January 30, 1941 — Sunset October 30, 2025 Marjorie Eloise Johnson passed away peacefully on October 30, 2025, in Golden Valley, Minnesota. Born January 30, 1941, in East St. Louis, Illinois, Marjorie lived a life marked by grace, generosity, and joy. She is preceded in […]
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Remembering Andre ‘Debonaire’ McNeal: a pillar in the Twin Cities community
Celebrating the life and legacy of Andre ‘Debonaire’ McNeal, a connector and community leader
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Remembering Mel Reeves
A year has passed since we here at the MSR lost our dear friend and colleague Mel Reeves.
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Remembering Robert Lee Dillard
Robert Lee DillardMarch 27, 1953 – December 19, 2020 Robert was a great husband, father, and friend.He tried to do right by everybody; he loved everybody, and everyone loved him.His smile and laughter were contagious, and he would light up any room. Robert, I think of you every day and find myself laughing at the […]
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Remembering Angelica D’andrae Gaston
Sunrise, August 2, 2000—Sunset, November 20, 2022 In loving memory of my little sister Angelica D’andrae Gaston who died November 20, 2022.Until we meet again. I love you.Your BIG brother, Anthony
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Twin Cities activist, author and columnist Ron Edwards passes
Ron Edwards passed January 21 at age 81. He was an author, activist, columnist and much more.
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Fred Athen “Paco” Lee, IV
In loving memory of Fred Athen “Paco” Lee, IV who passed away Sept. 15, 1998.
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Fred Athen “Paco” Lee, IV
FRED ATHEN “PACO” LEE, IV December 14, 1978 – September 15, 1998 “20 YEARS” It’s been that long since you’ve been gone. 20 years since I heard your voice, Saw your lovely smile or felt your special hug. Although I try to block that terrible day out of my mind, I think of you daily. […]
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Celebrating the life of a poetry queen
The spoken word artist and playwright passed away August 17, 2018, leaving behind a royal court of fans, followers and loved ones who were inspired by her reign over words — and life. “She was just a natural light wherever she went,” said close friend and artist Nakara “SoloStar” White.
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Beloved nightspot owner, Arnellia Allen, dies at 79 (updated)
Whether you have ever stepped into Arnellia’s to enjoy a meal, have a drink or to catch live music, the Twin Cities establishment’s popularity was matched by a beloved regard for owner-proprietor Arnellia Allen a/k/a “Momma.” More than merely a nightclub/restaurant to gather for a good time, it was dating back a quarter-century, a St. […]
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Fred “Paco” Lee
In Loving Memory of Fred “Paco” Lee December 14, 1978 – September 15, 1998 I have you in my heart “I thought of you today, but that is nothing new. I thought about you yesterday and days before that too. I think of you in silence, I often speak your name. All I have are […]
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Rev. Noah Smith, oldest active minister in U.S., passes
One would be hard pressed to say anything bad about Rev. Noah Smith (1908-2015). He passed away September 24 at age 107 after a brief illness. His home-going service was held September 30 at Wayman AME Church in North Minneapolis.
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In memory of three great men
By Charles Hallman Staff writer We lost three individuals this April; I personally didn’t know each of them, but came close to meeting one of them. Charles Sumner “Chuck” Stone, Jr. died April 6 of congestive heart failure at an assisted-living facility in North Carolina at the age of 89. Born in 1924 in St. […]
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Memorial service for Sally Fitzgerald
To be held Friday, March 2, visitation at 6 pm, service at 7 pm, at Praise Tabernacle, 9511 South Commercial Ave., Chicago, IL
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Community mourns passing of Southside’s ‘Mom’
Clarissa Mae Rogers Walker’s home-going celebration was held Monday at Sabathani Community Center. She died March 7 at age 80. As expected, many paid their last respects to a woman who spent over five decades serving her community. “She wasn’t a wealthy person, but she created a lot of wonderful memories for a lot of […]