The Journal of Gospel Music was saddened to learn of the passing on December 15, 2025, of Ms. Katie Taylor Sankey, a gospel singer from the rich sacred singing tradition of Jefferson County, Alabama. The Birmingham resident was 88 years old.
Here is a link to an article on Ms. Sankey’s life and music that recently ran in mybirminghamgospel.com:
Homegoing details are below. We join with the family, friends, and many fans of Ms. Katie Sankey in expressing our deepest sorrow on the loss of a singer’s singer.
Written by : Bob Marovich
Bob Marovich is a gospel music historian, author, and radio host. Founder of Journal of Gospel Music blog (formally The Black Gospel Blog) and producer of the Gospel Memories Radio Show.
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