Alexis Margaret Herman, 77, of McLean, Virginia, passed away on April 25, 2025. Born in Mobile, Alabama, she was a devoted public servant and passionate advocate for civil rights, women’s…
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Sharpe James, former Newark Mayor and State Senator, Dies at 89
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffSharpe James, a dynamic and often controversial figure in New Jersey politics, passed away on May 11, 2025 at the age of 89 after a series of illnesses. He was…
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Jim Dent, PGA Senior Tour Champion Passes Away at 85
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffMemorial Arrangements: VISITATION Monday, May 19, 202510:00 – 11:00 am (Eastern time)Paine College 1235 15th StreetAugusta, GA 30901 FUNERAL SERVICE Monday, May 19, 202510:00 – 11:00 am (Eastern time)Paine College1235…
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Dr. Jawanza Kunjufu: Celebrated Educator, Author, and Advocate for Black Youth Dies
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffDr. Jawanza Kunjufu, a leading voice in Black education and empowerment, has passed away at age 71, leaving behind a legacy of unwavering advocacy for Black youth, particularly Black boys.…
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Richard Papa “Rico” Marshall, former golf caddie for President Dwight D. Eisenhower Dies
Richard Marshall Standing on the 19TH HoleRichard “RICO” Marshall was born on November 7, 1938, to the late Exie Hamilton Marshall and Lloyd Marshall Sr. in Thomson, Georgia. As the…
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Mr. Vincent Brooks, 65, of Gastonia, North Carolina was born July 20, 1959 and departed this life on Thursday, March 27, 2025 at his home. He was a member of…
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Junior Bridgeman, Billionaire Businessman, Former NBA Player, Former PGA Board of Directors Dies
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffUlysses Lee “Junior” Bridgeman Jr., a basketball standout who led Louisville to a Final Four, played 12 seasons in the NBA and then launched an even more successful career as a businessman…
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Two-time heavyweight champion George Foreman dies at age 76
by AAGD Staffby AAGD Staff“Big” George Foreman, one of boxing’s most iconic and influential figures, passed away on Friday at the age of 76, his family announced on social media. Foreman, a two-time heavyweight…
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Willie Lee Simmons, Jr. was born on August 15, 1930, in West Monroe, LA. Willie was preceded in death by his parents, Willie L. Simmons, Sr. and Addie Lee Hill…
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Willie L. Simmons Jr., Celebration Of Life Announced By Family
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffWillie L. Simmons Jr., Esteemed AAGD Board Member Passes AwayMr. Simmons, age 94, was a dedicated member of the African American Golfer’s Digest (AAGD), joining the AAGD Editorial Advisory Board…
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Willie L. Simmons Jr., Esteemed AAGD Board Member Passes Away
by AAGD Staffby AAGD Staff“I am deeply heartbroken to share the passing of our esteemed Editorial Advisory Board Member, Mr. Willie L. Simmons Jr., of Sacramento, California, who passed away on March 8. His…
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Ayers’ family announced his death in a social media post. Sept. 10, 1940 – March 4th, 2025 Roy Ayers, the legendary musician known for the iconic song Everybody Loves the…
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