Naomi King

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Remembering Naomi King: A Legacy of Courage and Compassion

The matriarch of the King family, civil rights icon Naomi Ruth Barber King, leaves behind a profound legacy of love and activism.

The hearts of many in Houston and beyond are heavy as they bid farewell to a remarkable woman whose life epitomized courage, compassion, and unwavering dedication to the fight for equality. Naomi Ruth Barber King, beloved matriarch of the King family and revered civil rights activist, peacefully passed away on March 7th, 2024, in Atlanta, Georgia, at the age of 92.