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• Rodessa Barrett Porter of the legendary Barrett Sisters gospel trio dies at 94

  By Maureen O'Donnell Verified| Chicago Sun-Times Verified Rodessa Barrett Porter’s crystalline soprano spun filigrees in the music of the Barrett Sisters, who gave goosebumps to audiences while giving glory to God. Mrs. Porter, the last living member of the gospel trio, died Monday, according to social media posts from family members. It was the day after her 94th birthday. “My heart is sad and our family chain is broken again,” cousin Ron Barrett posted on Facebook on Monday.

  By Maureen O'Donnell Verified · Chicago Sun-Times

  Dec. 16, 2024

• Jerry Butler dead at 85; singer known as 'The Iceman' also had a long career in Cook County politics

  By MAUREEN O’DONNELL, Maureen O'Donnell Verified| Chicago Sun-Times Verified Jerry Butler’s baritone combined the soaring ecstasy of church, the rumbling rhythms of Chicago and the soul of his native Sunflower, Mississippi. Warm and plush but also cool, it won him the nickname “Iceman.”The songs of the Rock & Roll Hall of Famer became a soundtrack for the 1950s and 1960s. He achieved fame as a member of The Impressions and later as a solo soul artist. His songs have been sampled by others including Missy Elliott, Snoop Dogg, Method Man and The Game.

  By MAUREEN O’DONNELL, Maureen O'Donnell Verified · Chicago Sun-Times

  Feb. 21, 2025

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