Deaths (Obituaries)
Alvin F. Poussaint, 90: A Pioneer in Addressing Racism’s Impact on Black Mental Health Passes Away
Alvin F. Poussaint, a prominent psychiatrist and advocate for Black mental health, passed away at his home in Chestnut Hill, ... Read more
Remembering Al Trautwig: Celebrating the Legacy of Madison Square Garden’s Beloved TV Voice at 68
Al Trautwig, a beloved sports broadcaster, passed away at his home in Long Island on Sunday at the age of ... Read more
Clint Hill: The Heroic Secret Service Agent Who Rushed to the Kennedys’ Aid During a Historic Crisis Passes Away at 93
Clint Hill, the Secret Service agent known for his bravery during the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, passed away ... Read more
Remembering Roberta Flack: The Iconic Singer-Pianist of ‘Killing Me Softly’ Who Captivated Hearts at 88
Roberta Flack, the beloved singer and pianist known for her soulful mix of jazz and folk, passed away on Monday ... Read more
Remembering Voletta Wallace: Honoring the Life of Notorious B.I.G.’s Beloved Mother Who Passed Away at 78
Voletta Wallace, the mother of hip-hop icon Notorious B.I.G., has passed away at the age of 78. She died on ... Read more
Celebrating the Legacy of Paquita la del Barrio: Iconic Singer and Women’s Empowerment Advocate Passes Away at 77
Paquita la del Barrio, a beloved Mexican singer known for her strong feminist songs, passed away at the age of ... Read more
Remembering Carol Downer: A Trailblazing Feminist Leader Championing Women’s Health Passes Away at 91
Carol Downer, a prominent figure in the feminist women’s health movement, passed away on January 13 in Glendale, California. She ... Read more
Remembering Arthur Blessitt: The Iconic Cross-Bearer Who Touched Lives Worldwide at 84
Arthur Blessitt, a passionate Southern Baptist preacher, made waves in the late 1960s and beyond with his unique ministry. He ... Read more
Remembering Heinz Kluetmeier: Celebrated Sports Photographer Who Redefined the Art at 82
Heinz Kluetmeier, a well-known photographer for Sports Illustrated, passed away on Tuesday in his Manhattan home at the age of ... Read more
