Frances McClurkin, the mother of gospel singer Donnie McClurkin & GRAMMY nominated siblings, passed away on Friday, January 18 at 11 pm EST from complications of a massive coronary heart attack suffered on Sunday, January 13 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Bethpage, NY. 

Frances leaves behind seven children: Marlene, Donnie, Cheryl, Andrea ,Tony, Tanya, Rafael, and a host of grandchildren and great grandchildren.  Preceding Frances in her journey are children Olivia and Thomas.  

Due to an overwhelming number of people who plan to attend, the location for services will now be held at:
Greater Allan A.M.E. Cathedral of New York
11031 Merrick Boulevard  Jamaica, NY 11433
Reverend Floyd Flake, Sr. Pastor
Friday, January 25th
Time:  7:30 pm

*THE SERVICE WILL BE STREAMING LIVE VIA INTERNET AT WWW.PERFECTINGFAITH.ORG

The McClurkin Family would like to thank everyone for their prayers and words of support during this challenging time.

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