Lynn Marie Ellis, 51, of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, daughter of father Cassius M.C. Ellis, III, M.D. and mother Phyllis Hannah Ellis, earned her eternal wings January 21, 2020. A St. Louis Park native, Lynn attended Benilde St. Margaret’s High School (’86). During those years, Lynn danced with the Minnesota Dance Theater and performed in […]
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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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Wesley Gabriel Hayden
Wesley Gabriel Hayden, age 86, passed away on January 7, 2020.
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Freda M. Ricks
Freda M. Ricks, age 90, of Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, passed away on December 17, 2019.
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Linda Mitchell
In loving memory of Linda Mitchell, 68, born June 21, 1951, who has gone on to Glory on Saturday, December 21.
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Judge William S. Posten, Sr.
In Loving Memory In Loving Memory of Judge William S. Posten, Sr.
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Leola Seals
Leola Seals, best known for her activist spirit, was born March 13, 1949 and passed away November 19, 2019.
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Da’Qwan Jones-Morris
Da’Qwan (Qwanny) Jones-Morris of St. Paul died suddenly due to a tragic accident on November 6, 2019.
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Raymond Blanks, Jr.
Raymond Blanks, Jr’s life journey ended on October 24, 2019.
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Remembering Thomas Eugene Sampson
On the morning of September 18, 2019, God welcomed the gentle spirit of Thomas Eugene Sampson, also known as Big Daddy, into eternity.
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Thomas Eugene Sampson “Big Daddy”
On the morning of September 18, 2019, God welcomed the gentle spirit of Thomas Eugene Sampson, also known as Big Daddy, into eternity.
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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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Nancy Elizabeth Crawford
It is with great sadness that the family of Nancy Elizabeth Crawford announces her passing on Wednesday, August 28 at the age of 62.
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Tammy Rae Yarbrough
Tammy Rae Yarbrough made her transition from life here on Earth Aug. 23, 2019.
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Joanne E. Johnson
Joanne E. Johnson, of Pequot Lakes, passed away August 17, 2019, at age 87. She was a phenomenal daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend.
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Remembering Marci Dion Batsell (Elizabeth Eileen Elliott)
Marci Dion Batsell (Elizabeth Eileen Elliott) went home to glory on August 5, 2019.
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Martha R. Chavis
Statement on the passing of Mrs. Martha R. Chavis Martha Rivera Chavis, 53, the devoted wife of civil rights leader Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr., died at home in Montclair, New Jersey the morning of July 6. As First Lady of the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA), and as the former First Lady of the […]
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Shirley D. Lucas
“Another angel has gotten her wings” as Shirley D. Lucas was called home on July 28, 2019.
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Lenora Bogan
Lenora Bogan, 89, Minneapolis, passed away on July 23, 2019 peacefully at her home with her love ones by her side.
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Linda Jean Benner Parker
Linda Jean Benner Parker was born to LaVerne Benner and William Terry in St. Paul. She was the eldest sibling.