The flowers and balloons are visible at the growing memorial outside Milwaukee Police Department (MPD) District 2. So are the cards and stuffed animals. What cannot be seen are all the prayers that were said there, the hugs that were shared, or the tears that were shed for Officer Kendall Corder, from perfect strangers and from those who knew him best. While most in … [Read more...] about ‘He had a pure heart’: Fallen MPD Officer Kendall Corder’s best friend remembers the man behind the badge
Obituaries
Sly Stone, visionary funk frontman of the Family Stone, has died at age 82
Sly Stone, the remarkable, eccentric frontman, singer, songwriter and producer of his family group, Sly & the Family Stone, died in Los Angeles on Monday, June 9, 2025. The musical icon had been battling lung disease, according to a statement provided by his family. He was 82. "While we mourn his absence, we take solace in knowing that his extraordinary musical legacy … [Read more...] about Sly Stone, visionary funk frontman of the Family Stone, has died at age 82
Remembering our beloved Ida J. Grant
It is with heavy hearts, the Grant family announces the passing of Ida Johnson Grant, who departed this life on March 15, 2025, at the age of 100. The Celebration of Ida’s life will be held, Saturday, April 5, 2025, Family hour is 10:00 a.m. and the Service at 11:00 a.m., at The Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 2207 N. 2nd Street Milwaukee Wisconsin, 53212. Ida Grant was born on … [Read more...] about Remembering our beloved Ida J. Grant
George Foreman, legendary boxer, dies at 76
George Foreman, the legendary boxer and namesake of one of the most iconic cooking apparatuses of the last 30 years, passed away on Friday, March 21, 2025, at the age of 76. A statement confirming the Texas legend’s death was shared on his Instagram page. “Our hearts are broken. With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved George Edward Foreman, Sr., who … [Read more...] about George Foreman, legendary boxer, dies at 76
Remembering LaVaughn G. Flinn
"The Mail Lady" SunriseNovember 15, 1938 SunsetMarch 10, 2025 LaVaughn G Flinn was born on November 15, 1938 to the union of Otha Ellis and Thelma Ellis, In Chicago Illinois. She continued her life in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. LaVaughn received her education as an (Alumni) at St. Benedict the Moor Catholic Church. LaVaughn was employed 40 years with the United … [Read more...] about Remembering LaVaughn G. Flinn
Former Milwaukee Bucks legend, Junior Bridgeman, passes
Former Milwaukee Bucks small forward Junior Bridgeman died Tuesday, March 11, 2025 after suffering a medical emergency in Louisville, CT according to Al J. Schneider Company, which represents the Galt House, where Bridgeman was earlier in the day. Bridgeman, 71, was a former basketball star at the University of Louisville. It happened at the Galt House during the 45th … [Read more...] about Former Milwaukee Bucks legend, Junior Bridgeman, passes
Remembering Mother Nealie Daniels Sims
Born in Sherrill, Arkansas on January 30, 1938, and spending her adult life in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, departed this life bound for her heavenly home on Friday, February 21, 2025. She was happily married to Reverend Dr. Donnie Sims in 1956, having a remarkable love story that would last for more than 60 years. In 1957, Mother Nealie Daniels Sims co-founded the Jerusalem … [Read more...] about Remembering Mother Nealie Daniels Sims
Grammy-nominated R&B singer Angie Stone dies in car crash
Grammy-nominated R&B singer Angie Stone, a member of the all-female hip-hop trio The Sequence and known for the hit song “Wish I Didn’t Miss You,” was killed early Saturday, March 1, 2025 in a car crash. She was 63. About 4 a.m., the vehicle she was riding in back to Atlanta from Alabama “flipped over and was subsequently hit by a big rig,” music producer and Stone’s … [Read more...] about Grammy-nominated R&B singer Angie Stone dies in car crash
Roberta Flack, Grammy Award-winning singer, dead at 88
Roberta Flack, the Grammy- winning soul singer best known for her celebrated interpretations of romantic ballads like “Killing Me Softly With His Song,” as well as her professional collaborations and social activism, has died, according to a statement from her publicist. She was 88. Flack died Monday, February 24, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her family, Elaine … [Read more...] about Roberta Flack, Grammy Award-winning singer, dead at 88
Remembering John A. Triggs
Sunrise: August 16, 1939 Sunset: February 5, 2025 John Triggs (1939-2025), born to sharecroppers in Canton, Mississippi, passed away on February 5, 2025. After moving to Milwaukee in 1955, he became the county's first African American wrestler and excelled in football. A dedicated member of Northwest SDA Church, John worked at Pabst Brewery until his retirement in the … [Read more...] about Remembering John A. Triggs