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Black America Web
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Mosie 'Mama' Burks Final Arrangements
Source: Paras Griffin / Getty JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI — JULY 16, 2025 – The Mississippi Mass Choir, alongside the Burks family, will celebrate the extraordinary life, legacy, and ministry of our beloved Mosie 'Mama' Burks with services in Jackson, Mississippi, July 15–16, 2025. Mama Burks has accepted the call of a lifetime—one extended by her Heavenly Father. It was a standing invitation she often sang about, lived prepared for, and finally answered. With a life rooted in unwavering faith, joyful praise, and steadfast devotion, she transitioned from the stage to glory yesterday morning. Her unforgettable voice, infectious spirit, and powerful testimony touched lives across the world. Now, we pause not just to grieve her absence—but to honor a life well-lived and a legacy that will sing on through the generations. Live Streaming details will be provided at a later date. Arrangements: Public Visitation Tuesday, July 15, 2025 / 2:00PM – 4:00PM Jackson Memorial Funeral Home 1000 West Woodrow Wilson Blvd. Jackson, MS 39213 Musical Celebration Tuesday, July 15, 2025 / 5:00PM – 7:00PM Greater Fairview Baptist Church 2545 Newport Street Jackson, MS 39213 Homegoing Service Wednesday, July 16, 2025 / 11:00AM Greater Bethlehem Temple Apostolic Church 1505 Robinson Street Jackson, MS 39203 Arrangements Entrusted to: Jackson Memorial Funeral Home 1000 West Woodrow Wilson Blvd. Jackson, MS 39213 601 969 9457 ABOUT MOSIE 'MAMA' BURKS Mama Mosie was more than a voice. She was a living testimony of unwavering faith, joy, and perseverance. From her electrifying performances of 'When I Rose This Morning' to her soul-stirring presence on and off stage, she embodied the spirit of gospel music and the mission of this choir. Her energy, testimony, and unwavering love for God touched audiences worldwide and brought countless souls to Christ. In preparation for their first recording proceeding the passing of their founder Frank Williams in 1993, the choir opened membership for new members in 1995, and Mama Burks joined at the invitation of choir's Minister of Music Jerry Smith, who had played for her group the S.L Spann Inspirers since he was sixteen years old. Unbelievably, but consistent with her humble spirit, she was reluctant to join because she did not think she was good enough. Notwithstanding, she came in as a rank-and-file member, faithfully attending every rehearsal in preparation for the See You In the Rapture project. Three weeks before the recording, Jerry Smith observed that the project needed an additional song to round out the project and suggested This Morning When I Rose , a song that Mama had performed for decades with her church choir, Greater Fairview Baptist Church. According to choir's Executive Director, Jerry Mannery, 'On the night of the recording, she walked out from the alto section to the lead microphone, and with the first signature shaking of her head from side to side – with immaculate gray hair swing, the atmosphere shook, and aftershocks went throughout the audience, the Gospel industry and the broader music world, announcing the arrival of an icon. Three additional songs by her— 'They Got the Word, ' 'I'm Just Holding On, ' and 'I'm Not Tired Yet' —became viral sensations, with the latter becoming the theme song for the Scott Van Pelt show on ESPN. Though we mourn her physical absence, we rejoice in knowing she's been singing about this day all her life – 'There's a great coronation coming up…filled with joy and gladness, and the special guest attending will be all the children of the Lord.' She sang about having 'a standing invitation' and, early Monday morning, packed and ready, God called, and she boarded the flight there. Please keep her family – Amos and Watkins – and the Mississippi Mass Choir family in your prayers during this time of reflection and remembrance. SEE ALSO Mosie 'Mama' Burks Final Arrangements was originally published on
Time of India
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Gospel legend 'Mama' Mosie Burks dies at 92 – Who was she?
Lead vocalist of Mississippi Mass Choir and gospel singing legend Mama Mosie Burks passed away at the age of 92. Reports said that Burks, one of the greatest voices of the gospel, passed away on July 7. She was loved and revered all over the world, specially but not only by regular visitors of the church. Who was Mama Mosie Burks? Mosie Burks was a beloved gospel singer and lead vocalist of the Mississippi Mass Choir. Fans and gospel lovers knew her affectionately as "Mama Mosie." She became famous for her powerful, joyful voice and deep faith in God, as per reports. Her role in the Mississippi Mass Choir She was the heart and soul of the Mississippi Mass Choir. Famous songs that feature her voice include: 'This Morning When I Rose', 'They Got the Word', 'I'm Not Tired Yet'. She was known for her electrifying performances and soul-stirring presence on and off stage, as per the report by WJTV. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Play War Thunder now for free War Thunder Play Now Undo ALSO READ: Elon Musk says Trump 'Used Me' for poll boosts — feud heats up with explosive claim amid new America Party Worldwide influence Mama Mosie sang with the choir across the United States, South Africa, Japan, and Europe. One of her greatest honors was singing for Pope John Paul II at his summer residence in Castel Gandolfo, Italy, as stated by Hindustan Times. Live Events What people are saying Fans on social media called her a 'gospel pioneer' and said, 'If you didn't know Jesus after she finished singing, something was wrong with you.' Another fan reaction said, 'Her legacy will forever live on.''Rest in Power Mama Mosie Burks', as a fan on X. Early life and family struggles Born in Forest, Mississippi, to migrant-field worker parents. She was the third of 13 siblings. Her mother died when she was 21, and her father left the family. ALSO READ: Russia's elites in panic as Putin seizes empire of gold mogul Konstantin Strukov - private jet and passport seized She raised five younger siblings by herself. Worked as a maid and later at the telephone company to support her family, according to the reports. Personal life and children Had three children with her first husband, who died in 1984. Later married Willie Burks, and became a stepmother to seven children from her second and third husbands, as per Hindustan Times report. Mama Mosie Burks legacy and death She often sang about heaven and eternal life. The choir said, 'She sang about having a 'standing invitation' to Heaven… and early Monday morning, God called and she boarded her Heavenly flight', as stated by WJTV report. Her death is a big loss to gospel music, but her legacy will inspire generations. Funeral arrangements are not yet final. The Burks family and Mississippi Mass Choir ask for prayers during this time of reflection and remembrance, as per the reports. FAQs Q1. How did Mama Mosie Burks die? Her cause of death has not been publicly shared, but she passed away peacefully at age 92 on July 7, 2025. Q2. Who was Mama Mosie Burks in the Mississippi Mass Choir? She was the lead singer known for powerful gospel songs like 'When I Rose This Morning' and helped shape the choir's sound.
Hindustan Times
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
‘Mama' Mosie Burks of Mississippi Mass Choir dies at 92; All about her family and children as tributes pour in
Mama Mosie Burks, the legendary lead vocalist of the Mississippi Mass Choir, died at the age of 92. Mama Mosie Burks {{^userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{/userSubscribed}} 'Mama Mosie's powerful voice, unshakable faith and joyful spirit touched hearts around the world and helped define the sound and soul of the Mississippi Mass Choir,' the choir stated in a Facebook post. 'Her legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.' {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} Some of the Mississippi Mass Choir's well-known songs, such as "They Got the Word," "I'm Not Tired Yet," and "This Morning When I Rose," feature her voice. Reacting to the news of her demise, one of her fans wrote on X: 'If you didn't know Jesus after she finished singing something was wrong with you. RIH to one of the greatest gospel pioneers Mosie Burks.' 'Mother Mosie Burks was the staple for the Mississippi Mass Choir. Her legacy will forever live on. May she rest in power,' another commented. {{^userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} 'Mississippi Mass Choir is one of my favorite gospel groups and I love listening to 'When I Rose This Morning.' Rest In Power Mama Mosie Burks. 🕊🙏🏾💔' third fan commented. {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} 'Mississippi Mass Choir is one of my favorite gospel groups and I love listening to 'When I Rose This Morning.' Rest In Power Mama Mosie Burks. 🕊🙏🏾💔' third fan commented. {{/usCountry}} Read More {{^usCountry}} What we know about Mississippi Mass Choir {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} What we know about Mississippi Mass Choir {{/usCountry}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{/userSubscribed}} Frank Williams, a member of the well-known gospel quartet the Jackson Southernaires and a staff producer at Malaco Records, the Jackson blues, soul, and gospel label, launched the Mississippi Mass Choir in 1988. The choir's first six CDs peaked at number one on the gospel chart published by Billboard magazine. Burks had traveled with the choir to South Africa, Japan, and Europe in addition to the United States. One of her best experience was to sing for Pope John Paul II at his summer home in Castel Gandolfo, Italy. Also Read: Who was Ryan Luis Mosqueda? Texas shooter, 27, who opened fire at US Border Patrol agents killed and identified Mosie Burks' childhood and family {{^userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{/userSubscribed}} Born to migrant-fieldworker parents in Forest, Mississippi, Burks was the third of 13 children. Burks' mother passed away when she was 21 years old, and her father left the family, forcing her to raise five younger siblings until they were old enough to live independently. She worked as a maid and was later employed by the telephone company. Burks was mom to three children from her first husband, who passed away in 1984. She is also survived by seven stepchildren from her second and third present husband, Willie Burks. SHARE THIS ARTICLE ON
Yahoo
15-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Mississippi Mass Choir song tops Billboard chart
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The award-winning Mississippi Mass Choir scored their second #1 single on the Billboard Mediabase Gospel Airplay Charts with 'Only One Way Home' from their latest recording, 'We Still Believe.' The song was penned by the choir's Executive Director, Jerry Mannery, Benjamin Cone III and prolific producer and songwriter Stan Jones. 'Seeing this project come full circle has been an incredible journey,' said Cone. 'The song's message is something we all need to hear, but with its second-line style, even the secular world can embrace it.' The track also features gospel legend Paul Porter. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
27-03-2025
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- Yahoo
Gospel legend Huey P. Williams of Jackson Southernaires dies
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – The lead singer of the legendary Gospel group, the Jackson Southernaires, has died. Huey P. Williams died peacefully at his Smithdale home on March 24, 2025. Huey was the older brother of Frank Williams, founder of the award-winning Mississippi Mass Choir, and of Melvin, Doug and Leonard Williams, of the acclaimed Williams Brothers. Bestselling author of 'The Vampire Diaries' dies at 66 'My big brother Huey, in my eyes, was in a league of his own,' said Doug. 'He possessed a signature voice that was unmistakably his own. His music ministry touched so many lives in such a positive way over the years. He had a big personality, but such a humble spirit. Huey was the epitome of a people's person, a man that loved everybody and never met a stranger. He would literally give you the shirt off his back. That's why so many people from across the country gravitated to him and loved him dearly. His presence will be sorely missed, but his undeniable legacy will live on forever.' A musical celebration will be held on Friday, March 28, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at Fernwood MB Church in McComb, followed by a celebration of life on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at 1:00 p.m., with viewing from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
