Quiet Heroes: Evelyn Lowery

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http://www.ajc.com/news/news/local/wife-of-rev-joseph-lowery-suffered-irreversable-da/nZ4YP/

Evelyn Lowery, the wife of civil rights leader Joseph E. Lowery, suffered “irreversible damage” from a stroke on Wednesday, according to a statement released Saturday by her family.

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An activist in her own right, Lowery founded SCLC/W.O.M.E.N. (Women’s Organizational Movement for Equality Now) in 1979. The group focuses on AIDS prevention, historic documentation and preservation, health and welfare, and programs aimed at strengthening black families.

We are grateful for the sacrifices and service of so many unsung heroes who marched on the front lines for our civil rights.

Pass in peace, lovely lady.

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1. Wow what an example...this needs to be sent out and made viral!