Robert L. White, Jr., age 86, of Minneapolis passed away July 9, 2016. He is preceded in death by his son, Carl, and survived by his loving wife Marjorie; daughters Sharon, Oleda, Benita, Dottie and Regina; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; brother, Carl; and sister, Gloria. Interment at Fort Snelling National Cemetery; Service Monday, July 18 at 11:30 am, with […]
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Ronald L. Bell
Ronald Lee Bell of Golden Valley, MN, age 72, passed away suddenly on June 1, 2016 with family surrounding him. Ron will be greatly missed by his beloved wife Helen Raleigh; daughters LeeAnn Bell (Paul Romslo) and Caron Bell; stepdaughter Ilah Raleigh Racine (Claude Racine); cherished grandson Theodore Raleigh Racine; stepson Todd Wetteland; brothers Ward […]
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Donald “Bill” McMoore
January 26, 1926 — June 6, 2016 Donald “Bill” McMoore of Plymouth, MN died peacefully at age 90 on June 6, 2016. His father, mother, and three siblings preceded him in death. Bill is survived by his loving wife Margaret of 64 years; three sons Gregory (Heather), Daryl and Jeffrey; and three grandchildren Sean, Terrell and […]
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Birdell Beatrice Beeks
November 22, 1957 — Thursday May 26, 2016 Birdell Beatrice Beeks, born on November 22, 1957, is survived by her daughters Sa’Lesha (Bunny), Da’Lesha (Punkin), and Kar-Reese (Boo-Boo); and her joy, her grandchildren Rajuan (Rob), Ne’Asha, Marlesha and Qaiyim. She was known to many as Ma, Granny and Flutter, and was known for her laughter, her love […]
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George Garnett: a gentle giant and passionate advocate for the community
George Garnett was passionate about civil rights and social action, economic empowerment, education and alleviating poverty. The state of Minnesota has lost a key contributor and advocate for all that is meant to be good in society.
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Dr. Hallie Hendrieth Smith dies at age 99
Those who knew her either briefly or long-term can easily testify that Hallie Hendrieth Smith always had your best interest at heart.
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Charles Howard Bryan
Charles Howard Bryan of Minneapolis was born February 4, 1927 to Cyril and Mary Bryan.
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Kelvin W. Washington
Kelvin W. Washington, age 57 of Minneapolis, Minnesota, passed away March 15, 2016.
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Phyllis Ann Hannah Ellis
Phyllis Ann Hannah Ellis, 78, of St. Louis Park, Minnesota passed away on March 11, 2016 in Ambler, Pennsylvania.
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Nathaniel Battle Jr.
Nathaniel Battle Jr., 81, passed away on January 21, 2016, after a long illness in San Diego, California.
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Edwin Leon Burkhalter
In memory of a great man, Deacon Edwin Leon Burkhalter, on this fifth anniversary of him being elevated to a deacon in heaven.
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Alan Karzel Wade
Alan Karzel Wade of Minneapolis, MN, born July 29, 1953, passed away at age 62 in the presence of his beloved companion JoAnn Dobbins on January 11, 2016.
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Morris Wilson
On January 8, 2016, longtime resident and local musician of the tenor saxophone, Morris Wilson, joined the heavenly band.
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Beverly C. Warren
Beverly C. Warren, age 82, of Minneapolis, passed away January 15, 2016.
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Jeanne Davis-Dixon
Jeanne Davis-Dixon was born in Rosebud, Texas on March 29, 1934. She fought her good fight and reached her final resting place with Jesus Christ on December 23, 2015 at the age of 81. She was preceded in death by her parents Cleo and Eddie Mae Davis, daughter Melanie (Dixon) Miles, Sister Perlie Mae Cockrell, […]
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Bettie Claire Thomas Withers
Bettie Claire Thomas Withers, born December 20, 1946, died peacefully on December 26, 2015. The eldest of five born to Robert Claire and Exzenia Grace Thomas, Bettie was followed by her two sisters Claudette and Beverly, and her two brothers James and Michael. She was lovingly raised by her grandmother in Pelham, Texas. In 1965, […]
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Jacqueline Jones Clark
Jacqueline Jones Clark, age 70, of Minneapolis, MN passed away November 6, 2015. She was preceded in death by her husband, Craig E. Clark. She will be missed by her sons, Gregory and Brent, as well as seven grandchildren, one great-grandson, and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends. Memorial services were held at […]
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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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Vivret (Vi) Norman
Vivret (Vi) Norman, age 99, of Mpls. passed away September 17, 2015. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, three sisters and two brothers. He is survived by sons Paul (Lurline), Port St. Lucie, FL; Kendall (Filisha), Hamilton, OH; and daughter Marcia Murray, Bloomington, MN; his brother, Merle (Earnestine), Freeport, IL; eight grandchildren, eight great […]
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Victor Lee Propes
Victor Lee Propes passed away August 14, 2015 at his home in Des Moines, Iowa at the age of 76. A memorial service, with military honors, was held at 2 pm on Saturday, September 5, at Henderson’s Funeral Chapel in Iowa, located at 3500 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50313. In addition, a tribute to […]