During the 1960s, she ruled the Atlanta Real Estate market in the African-American community. Lottie Watkins grew up in Atlanta, graduated from Booker T. Washington High School, and graduated from Reid’s School of Business. She worked as a secretary for the Alexander-Calloway Realty Company and as a teller at the Mutual Federal Savings and Loan Association before starting her own business. As the founder of Lottie Watkins Enterprises, Watkins became the first Black female licensed real estate broker in Atlanta. Her business successfully dealt with rental properties and brokered many…
Obituaries
“Dean of the City Council” and “Community Caretaker” James F. (Jim) Maddox, a stern support of our senior citizens and our youth, had stated that we must “keep supporting and mentoring young people.” Maddox was elected to public office in 1977 and served the people of Atlanta with distinction. He retired in 2009 after 32 years of leadership. Maddox served as the chair of Atlanta’s Community Development and Human Services committee, created the city’s E-911 system, produced the Atlanta Sister Cities Commission, and helped to open the Cascade Springs Nature…
Goodbye ‘Bo-legs’ Atlanta Native Marvin S. Arrington, Sr. Laid to Rest February 10, 1941 – July 5, 2023 Political, social, fraternal, athletic and just plain regular folks congregated Friday, July 28th at historic Ebenezer Baptist Church to bid a final farewell to Atlanta native Marvin Stephens Arrington, Sr. “It has been said that great leaders don’t mind getting their hands dirty,” said Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens. “Marvin embodied that spirit. He came straight from the neighborhood.” Arrington was born in the city’s Grady-Graves Public Housing community near downtown. His family…
By Reverend Jacqueline Williams There are seven characteristics of a virtuous lady. Dignity, Patience, Diligence, Generosity, Courage, Wisdom, and Devotion. A “virtuous lady” has high moral standards. These characteristics exemplifies Dr. Christine King Farris unselfish acts, public services, and dedication to the world! Dr. Christine King Farris passed on June 29,2023 at the age of 95. Dr. Christine King Farris was the oldest sister of Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s theological and social beliefs probably bellowed throughout Dr. Christine King Farris mind. Therefore,…
Dr. Christine King Farris Lying in State at the Georgia State Capital … as we remember her journey and the road she walked. Photos by Lashley / Zeriba Media
Events, Celebrations of Life, Tributes for Dr W. Christine King Farris and Marvin Stephens Arrington, Sr.