Christine King Farris, the eldest sister of the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., died, Thursday, June 29, 2023, according to a Twitter post by her niece, Rev. Bernice King. “I love you and will miss you, Aunt Christine,” Rev. King wrote. She was 95, the King Center said in a news release announcing Farris’ death. Martin Luther King, III, Rev. Bernice King’s … [Read more...] about Christine King Farris, sister of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., dies at 95
Obituaries
MMABSE provides gift cards to graduating seniors at North Division
The Metropolitan Milwaukee Alliance of Black School Educators (MMABSE) provided gift cards to graduating seniors at North Division. It would have been a proud day for Keith Carrington, the late principal of North Division High School, to see his graduating seniors being honored at their banquet for their academic, athletic, and leadership achievements. All 36 graduating … [Read more...] about MMABSE provides gift cards to graduating seniors at North Division
‘Queen of rock ‘n’ roll’ Tina Turner dies at 83
Tina Turner, the American- born singer who left a hardscrabble farming community and abusive relationship to become one of the top recording artists of all time, died on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at the age of 83. She died peacefully after a long illness in her home in Küsnacht near Zurich, Switzerland, her representative said. Turner began her career in the 1950s during … [Read more...] about ‘Queen of rock ‘n’ roll’ Tina Turner dies at 83
MPS mourns loss of principal McWilliams at WCLL
Deepest sympathies extended to family, students, and colleagues The Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) community is mourning the loss of Stanley W. McWilliams, the beloved principal of Wisconsin Conservatory of Lifelong Learning (WCLL). McWilliams, 54, passed away May 20, 2023. A proud alumnus of Rust College, a historically black college in Holly Springs, MS, McWilliams … [Read more...] about MPS mourns loss of principal McWilliams at WCLL
Noted physician Dr. Roland A. Pattillo passes
Dr. Roland A. Pattillo, noted gynecologic oncologist, professor, researcher and author, passed away quietly in his home after a long illness on May 3, 2023. He was surrounded by his loving wife and family members. Dr. Pattillo attended Xavier University in New Orleans and earned a medical degree from St. Louis University in 1959. Dr. Pattillo completed a fellowship in … [Read more...] about Noted physician Dr. Roland A. Pattillo passes
Remembering the Life of Annie Katheryne Jones
Annie Katheryne Jones was born December 14, 1948 and reared in Jackson, TN by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Prince Edward “Jack” and Abbie Lee Jones. Annie departed this earthly life on April 19, 2023 in Milwaukee, WI. After graduating from Lane College, Annie relocated to Milwaukee where she was a resident for more than 50 years. Annie is a retired Milwaukee Public Schools teacher … [Read more...] about Remembering the Life of Annie Katheryne Jones
The late George Gerharz honored by family, friends and North Division High School
On Saturday, April 15, 2023, friends, family, community members and North Division High School alumni gathered at Buckatabon Tavern & Supper Club in downtown Wauwatosa for a memorial to pay tribute to the tireless efforts and contributions George Gerharz made to the community, charities, school and non-profit institutions. Gerharz was instrumental in helping launch a … [Read more...] about The late George Gerharz honored by family, friends and North Division High School
Remembering the life and legacy of local entrepreneur Robert Joseph Thomas
On Friday, April 21, 2023, family, friends, colleagues and community leaders gathered at Reid's Golden Gate Funeral Home and Cremation, 5665 N. Teutonia Ave. to honor the legacy of Robert Joseph Thomas, entrepreneur and Milwaukee Community Journal co-founder and associate publisher. Thomas passed away on Wednesday, April 12, 2023, he was 86. Thomas was born in Dyersburg, … [Read more...] about Remembering the life and legacy of local entrepreneur Robert Joseph Thomas
Harry Belafonte, activist and entertainer with a ‘rebel heart,’ dies at 96
Harry Belafonte, the dashing singer, actor and activist who became an indispensable supporter of the civil rights movement, has died, his publicist Ken Sunshine told CNN. He was 96. Belafonte died Tuesday, April 25, 2023, of congestive heart failure, Sunshine said. Belafonte was dubbed the “King of Calypso” after the groundbreaking success of his 1956 hit, “The Banana … [Read more...] about Harry Belafonte, activist and entertainer with a ‘rebel heart,’ dies at 96
Kwame Brathwaite, photographer of ‘Black is Beautiful’ movement, dies at 85
Kwame Brathwaite, the pioneering activist and photographer whose work helped define the aesthetics of the "Black is Beautiful" movement of the 1960s and beyond, died on April 1, 2023, aged 85. His son, Kwame Brathwaite, Jr., announced his father's death in an Instagram post that read in part, "I am deeply saddened to share that my Baba, the patriarch of our family, our rock … [Read more...] about Kwame Brathwaite, photographer of ‘Black is Beautiful’ movement, dies at 85