Hazel Dukes Funeral: Remembering a Civil Rights Champion in Harlem

A Life of Service and Advocacy

• 🕊️ Mourners gathered in Harlem for the funeral service of Dr. Hazel Dukes, a revered figure known as the "mother of civil rights" for the North.
• 🕯️ The service, held at Mother Zion AME Church, celebrated the life and legacy of Dr. Dukes, who passed away on March 1st at the age of 92.

Enduring Influence and Legacy

• 🤝 Dr. Dukes' influence on the Democratic landscape spanned seven decades, with her activism touching on key moments from Howard Beach in the '80s to the George Floyd protests.
• 🗣️ Tributes highlighted her unabashed approach to advocacy and leadership, with speakers emphasizing her role as a mentor and friend.
• 🔑 A central message from the service was to "pick up the torch of mama Dukes" and continue fighting for what is right.

Tributes from City Leaders

• 🎤 Mayor Adams was among the many dignitaries speaking at the homegoing celebration, remembering Dr. Dukes as a friend and supporter.
• 🌟 Her life of service was described as leaving a lasting legacy, particularly on the city of New York.
• 💖 The celebration of life honored her commitment to community work and her unwavering dedication to her principles.