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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In Loving Memory of Jerome Giles
Jerome Giles was born on October 16, 1959, and took his last breath on May 3, 2018. He was born in Gary, Indiana to Arsenious and Lucy Elliott Giles. Jerome was preceded in death by his parents and nieces Patricia (Bug) Giles and Nadine Franklin. He worked for Current’s Restaurant for 10 years and Caterpillar, […]
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James Samuel Jones, Jr.
James Jones, age 67, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 8, 2018 at Hennepin County Medical Center following a brief illness. James was surrounded by his loving family. James was a retired car salesman of 30-plus years and is best known as “the car man” and “the tallest salesman on 494.” James worked for most […]
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Patricia Jane (Crawford) King
December 5, 1955 — April 27, 2018 It is with great sadness that the family of Patricia Jane (Crawford) King announces her passing on Friday, April 27 at the age of 62. Patricia worked in the banking industry for over 30 years and was instrumental in the organizational aspects of the annual Southside Back in […]
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Ina Ree (Sanders) Horris
Ina Ree (Sanders) Horris February 3, 1931 – April 14, 2018 Ina Ree (Sanders) Horris was born February 3, 1931, in Shuqualak, MS and departed this life April 14, 2018. In 1946, at age 16, Ina moved to St. Paul, MN. She is a graduate of St. Paul Central High School. Ina married James C. Horris, […]
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Edward J. Ballard, Sr.
Edward J. Ballard, Sr. Sunrise 1939 — Sunset 2018 Edward J. Ballard, Sr. 79, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle, peacefully passed surrounded by family on March 30. He is survived by wife Linda; 12 children; 29 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; sisters Gaynell Ray and Barbara Doyle, and a host of family and friends. The […]
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Mattie Garceni Davis
May 1, 1934 — March 20, 2015 Today marks three years since the Lord whispered in your ear and held your hand telling you that it’s time to come home. The day that God blessed and granted you your wings. Our hearts remain full of the remembrance of the love and joy that you gave […]
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Diana Janise “Diane” Puckett
December 5, 1939 — March 22, 2018 Diana Janise “Diane” Puckett was called home to glory on Thursday, March 22, 2018, surrounded by family. Diane was born to Robert and Georgia Martin on December 5, 1939 in St. Joseph, Missouri; she was one of 10 children. The family relocated to Minneapolis, Minnesota in 1950. Diane graduated […]
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Fred “Freddie” L. Estes
Fred “Freddie” L. Estes February 21, 1933 – March 8, 2018 Fred L. Estes, was born in Baxter Springs, Kansas on February 21, 1933 and passed away on March 8, 2018, at the age of 85. Freddie will be remembered for his love of God, dedication to his family, church, community and his beautiful singing. […]
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Thomas M. Brown
Thomas M. Brown passed peacefully on January 22, 2018, while in hospice care at his daughter’s home. Thomas had been a former resident at Augustana for about three years. He was born in Des Moines, Iowa on March 22, 1930, and lived a full life. He married his wife of 66 years, Dolores Cordell, whom […]
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Jordyn Elizabeth Owens
May 17, 2011 – March 1, 2018 She’s Now Dancing With the King Jordyn Elizabeth Owens, a young lover of the arts, entered this world on May 17, 2011 in Wilson, North Carolina and departed on Thursday, March 1, 2018 at Hennepin County Medical Center, Minneapolis, MN. She was truly a God-given gift and child […]
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Loretta C. Berry
At age 93, Loretta C. Berry of Minneapolis passed away on Wednesday, January 31, 2018. She is survived by her children Reona, Camille, Loreda, Tilrene, James and family. Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 9, with visitation 10-11 am at Memorial Waterston Chapel, 4343 Nicollet Ave. South, Minneapolis (612-825-2435). Interment will take place at Crystal […]
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Carrie Janice Blakey Thomas
One year ago, on Wednesday, January 4, 2017, angels came and escorted Carrie Janice Blakey Thomas at age 96 onto “the old ship of Zion” to take her to her heavenly home. There to welcome her were her parents Issac Jr. and Maggie Williams Blakey, husband Leon Thomas, daughter Bettye Joyce Dean and 15 siblings. She was number […]
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Daisy Lee
April 2, 1930 – December 27, 2017 Mother Daisy Lee passed away on December 27, 2017. Funeral Services were held Friday, January 5, 2018 at Greater Friendship Missionary Baptist Church. The family of Daisy Lee thanks everyone for the love and support extended to them.
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Claudia G. Wallace-Gardner
Claudia G. Wallace-Gardner, age 68, prayerfully and peacefully transitioned to eternal life November 6, 2017, in Houston, Texas after a long illness. She was the heartbeat of her family. Known as a spirit-filled, warm, compassionate, fun-loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend who loved God and family, Claudia enjoyed music, entertaining, reading, and taking care of […]
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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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Dawahn Darnell Littles
Dawahn Darnell Littles (Dre Robinson) was born on May 11, 1979 to Daughn Littles-Murphy and William “BooBoo” Robinson. Dawahn was a young man with a big heart. His compassionate heart stopped beating when he was shot while trying to break up a fight. He was a young entrepreneur of a business that served the community […]
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Lillian Frances
Lillian Frances Lazenberry Martin passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 13, 2017.
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Garrett Michael “Mike” Glenn
April 29, 1974 — August 25, 2017 Tragically and with great remorse, the family of Mike Glenn announce his passing August 25, 2017. Mike was born the fifth of five children to Mr. Willie James Glenn and Mrs. Cassie W. “Lewis” Glenn on April 29, 1974. Mike attended Nativity of Mary School (Bloomington, MN) and St. Peter’s Catholic […]
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Lottie Marie Dixon
October 16, 1951 — September 1, 2017 Lottie Marie Dixon (“Girlfriend”) was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota on October 16, 1951. She went home to glory September 1, 2017 at the age of 65. Lottie is preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Lottie Demmings; sister Lenora Stewart; three brothers Earl, Richard and James; and daughter Tyra Dixon. […]