The Barrett Sisters were a Chicago institution, known for their tight harmonies and joyful performances. She was the last one standing. By Penelope Green Rodessa Barrett Porter, the last living ...

Rodessa Barrett Porter, the last living member of the Barrett Sisters, a Chicago gospel trio renowned for their exuberant operatic sound and thrilling harmonies, died Dec. 16 in Harvey ...

Barrett-Porter was the last surviving member of the legendary gospel group The Barrett Sisters. They group was pivotal in shaping Chicago's gospel scene. Barrett-Porter was born on December 15 ...

Bonnie was preceded in death by her beloved husband of nearly 71 years, Monty Barrett; her parents, Doyle and Velma Harrison; her brother, Leroy Harrison; and two sisters, Betty Jo Jackson ...

Ruth Marie Pletcher Anderson, 91, of Roseville went to be with the Lord Monday, January 20, 2025, at the Morrison Hospice ...

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The Hard Truths director on “growing” his films in collaboration with his actors, and why he’s not going to explain the ending to you.

Services were held this weekend in Chicago for gospel singer Rodessa Barrett Porter. ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watch Barrett-Porter was the last surviving member of the ...

“Hard Truths” is a small independent film that focuses on Pansy, the matriarch of a small family living in London. Pansy is deeply unhappy with the world, and takes it out on everyone around her, ...

She is survived by her brothers Jerry Dusina (Charlotte), Tommy Dusina (Susan), Glen Dusina (Sherry), sisters Donna Helton, Myra Smith, Mary Barrett, her children Edward Micyus (Shelly), Steven ...