Thank you for your kindness!

 

A special thanks to all who sent their condolences, prayers, cards, flowers, and support to the family of John Henry Gooden. 

We had a wonderful homecoming service for him today! Thanks to all who were present and celebrated his wonderful life with us. We appreciate your support!

"I'd like to thank all my friends and fans for sending my grandfather birthday messages during his milestone birthdays! He was so excited to get all the cards and messages from people around the world. It meant so much for us to see him so happy." -- Benita Charles Music

He's at peace now...no more pain. His legacy  and precious memories will live on.

Thank you all for your kindness!

Rest in peace: Glenn Frey of The Eagles

Rest in peace: I'm so sad to hear of the death of Glenn Frey, one of the founding members of the great rock band, The Eagles.

There was a great documentary on Showtime called "The History of The Eagles." It chronicled the band's rise to fame and not to mention all the great music they produced.

Sending my thoughts and prayers to his family, friends and all his fans.


CNN article: http://www.cnn.com/2016/01/18/entertainment/glenn-frey-obit-feat/

Here's a song co-written by Glen Frey to show you some of his great songwriting. The Eagles posted this on their website.

“It's Your World Now”

Written by Glenn Frey and Jack Tempchin
From the Eagles’ Long Road Out of Eden album

A perfect day, the sun is sinkin' low
As evening falls, the gentle breezes blow
The time we shared went by so fast
Just like a dream, we knew it couldn't last
But I'd do it all again
If I could, somehow
But I must be leavin' soon
It's your world now
It's your world now
My race is run
I'm moving on
Like the setting sun
No sad goodbyes
No tears allowed
You'll be alright
It's your world now
Even when we are apart
You'll always be in my heart
When dark clouds appear in the sky
Remember true love never dies
But first a kiss, one glass of wine
Just one more dance while there's still time
My one last wish: someday, you'll see
How hard I tried and how much you meant to me
It's your world now
Use well your time
Be part of something good
Leave something good behind
The curtain falls
I take my bow
That's how it's meant to be
It's your world now
It's your world now
It's your world now

 

Remembering Bobby Womack

Rest in Peace: Today we lost one of the greatest soul singers of our time, Mr. Bobby Womack.

What he brought to his music is nothing short of brilliance. He was an incredible talent and this is a huge loss to the music community. He inspired and influenced so many singers. I'm so happy we have his music so that we can always experience his genius..

Sending my prayers to his family and friends.

Remembering the legendary Ruby Dee

Rest In Peace: I am sorry to hear of the death of the legendary actress Ruby Dee. She was an incredible actress and person. She lived her purpose and lived by example. She truly left a positive impact to the world. She will be greatly missed. I send my thoughts and prayers to her family and friends.

http://www.ebony.com/photos/black-history/ruby-dee-an-ebony-collection-look-back-333#ixzz34SUZcUQn

Oprah's loving tribute to Dr. Maya Angelou

Words by Oprah Winfrey:


"I've been blessed to have Maya Angelou as my mentor, mother/sister, and friend since my 20’s. She was there for me always, guiding me through some of the most important years of my life. The world knows her as a poet but at the heart of her, she was a teacher. ‘When you learn, teach. When you get, give’ is one of my best lessons from her.

She won three Grammys, spoke six languages and was the second poet in history to recite a poem at a presidential inauguration. But what stands out to me most about Maya Angelou is not what she has done or written or spoken, it’s how she lived her life. She moved through the world with unshakeable calm, confidence and a fierce grace. I loved her and I know she loved me. I will profoundly miss her. She will always be the rainbow in my clouds." -- Oprah Winfrey

Remembering Dr. Maya Angelou

I'm so sorry to hear of the recent passing of Dr. Maya Angelou. 

We are so blessed to have witnessed her share her gift of words to the world. She was truly an example of what we are all striving for: to use your gifts to heal the world. She was a beautiful wordsmith and a phenomenal woman. She lived her purpose.

Her words have touched and inspired millions through the years. Her pen is now silenced and still but her words will live on for eternity and will reach future generations. Her life is a testament of how one person can truly change the world.

I pray for her family and friends for comfort. May she R.I.P.

Dr. Maya Angelou

1928 - 2014

Remembering Whitney Houston

I am so shocked and saddened to hear of the sudden death of Whitney Houston. She is definitely one of my all time favorite singers and had one of the greatest voices of all time. She inspired me to be a singer. Her voice will go down in history as one of the greatest.

I send my heartfelt prayers to her family.

It's such a tragic loss that words can't express how I feel. I really thought she would pull through. I really didn't think her life would end this way.

We have so many beautiful memories to remember her by. I will focus on those memories and recordings of her gift.

No more suffering, Whitney. You can rest in peace now.

Breaking News - 2/11/12:
Singing superstar Whitney Houston dies at 48: http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/46355482