Celebrating the life of Rev. Eugene ‘Freedom’ Blackwell
Chicago Defender Newsroom
November 1 at House of Manna, 7240 Frankstown Ave., was pure joy and celebration. Though it’s been three years since the passing of Rev. Eugene “Freedom” Blackwell, who helped found the church, his impact and legacy will never be forgotten. He passed away at age 43 on Aug. 29, 2016. Among the many to attend the Nov. 1 celebration were his wife, Dina “Free” Blackwell. (Photos by Courier photographer J.L. Martello)
November 1 at House of Manna, 7240 Frankstown Ave., was pure joy and celebration. Though it’s been three years since the passing of Rev. Eugene “Freedom” Blackwell, who helped found the church, his impact and legacy will never be forgotten. He passed away at age 43 on Aug. 29, 2016. Among the many to attend the Nov. 1 celebration were his wife, Dina “Free” Blackwell. (Photos by Courier photographer J.L. Martello)
by Courier Newsroom
COMMANDER STEPEN VINANSKY, with Canaan Blackwell, one of the children of Rev. “Freedom” Blackwell and Dina “Free” Blackwell. KIVA FISHER-GREEN, longtime friend of Rev. “Freedom” Blackwell. “FREE” BLACKWELL, SON ELISHA BLACKWELL STATE REP. ED GAINEY REV. EUGENE “FREEDOM” BLACKWELL, in this file photo from The Prayer March for Peace in Homewood in April 2010. REV. EUGENE “FREEDOM” BLACKWELL, in this file photo from The Prayer March for Peace in Homewood in April 2012. November 1 at House of Manna, 7240 Frankstown Ave., was pure joy and celebration. Though it’s been three years since the passing of Rev. Eugene “Freedom” Blackwell, who helped found the church, his impact and legacy will never be forgotten. He passed away at age 43 on Aug. 29, 2016. Among the many to attend the Nov. 1 celebration was Mayor Bill Peduto. (Photos by Courier photographer J.L. Martello)
