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A spokesman for the DuSable Museum of African American History in Chicago, Raymond Ward, says Margaret Burroughs died in her sleep at her Chicago home Sunday morning at age 93.
Further details were not immediately available.
President Barack Obama said in a statement that Burroughs was "widely admired for her contributions to American culture as an esteemed artist, historian, educator, and mentor."
Burroughs founded the museum with her husband and others on Chicago's South Side in 1961.
The museum has pieces of art, exhibits on civil rights and a display on Chicago's first black mayor, Harold Washington. It was named after Jean Baptiste Point du Sable, widely regarded as Chicago's first permanent resident.
Copyright © 2010 The Associated Press
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Lionel Nixon
October 19, 2023
Thanks so much for all you did to help me and others.
Lionel Nixon
May 29, 2020
God is a God of all Comfort and he will Comfort the family's..My heartfelt condolences to the family's...
Rosa Bogar
December 15, 2010
I met Dr. Margaret Burroughs on July of 1997 in Minneapolis, MN I read her books of poetry and enjoyed her wisdom. She appreciated work that I was doing on civil rights in my hometown and wanted to join one of the commemorations. She taugh us how to live Life with her LIFE!
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Rosa Bogar
December 13, 2010
I met Dr.Margaret Burroughs in Minneapolis, Mn July of 1997. I read her books of poery and enjoyed the wisdom I learned from her and her works. She taught us how to Live with her LIFE! I thank her for that. Poet/Rosa Bogar
Beverly Watson
December 5, 2010
To Margaret Burroughs Family & Friends; May the God of all Comfort be with you during this sorrowful time. I met with Mrs. Burroughs twice in her office. She was humble, kind, down to earth, gracious, and encouraging. She was also a great teacher. She gave me a book entitled "Pictures of a Lonely Poet" written by William Jones, (a young man on death row claiming his innocence). She was very concerned about him and other black people in prison; and one of the ways she was helping them was by making it possible for their voices to be heard via publishing. She told me of his story, and read to me some of his poems that touched her. I walked away moved by her empathy and compassion. Here was this beautiful, famous, mature woman, successful enough to rest on her laurels; yet here she was still working untiringly trying to help those less fortunate. I was very impressed with her. She worked to the end, because with Dr. Margaret Burroughs, IT WAS ALWAYS ALL ABOUT OTHERS!
December 1, 2010
Tyrone Haymore, Dir and Co-Founder of the
Robbins History Museum will always remember
Dr. Margaret Burroughs for the work she did
to help us open our Robbins History Museum this past Aug.28,2010. She wrote a beautiful Poem for our First History of Robbins Coloring Book. She also donated several of her itching prints to our museum. We are honored and thankful for her life and contributions to us. May she rest in peace.
Linda Becchetti
November 29, 2010
I met Ms. Burroughs several times during my long ago high school years in Chicago. She was always gracious and a wonderful educator. She was one of the adults who inspired me to a lifetime of learning and caring. She will be greatly missed.
Dorothy Rackley
November 29, 2010
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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DAVE DAVIS
November 29, 2010
living next door to such a wonderful person an such an important women i no realize that ive missed a wonderful opprtunity to learn so much bout her R.I.P
Shirley Thomas
November 29, 2010
To the family and friends of this great woman that has gone home to be with the Lord I'm very proud of her! I printed out her obituary and will share with son & other African Americans. Thank you for sharing her with us!
Myrna Harris Henderson
November 29, 2010
To the family of Dr. Margaret Taylor Burroughs my heart was deeply sadden to hear of your lost. Margaret was a celebrity to her family in St. Rose, LA and she will be greatly missed. She was an icon for all who new her and crossed her path. Thank you Margaret for instilling education and teaching us about our history through your books and the DuSable Museum. Your cousin,
VALDA CARTER
November 29, 2010
from one of your former students at wilson college now known as kennedy king A GREAT MENTOR SHE INTRODUCED ME TO MY FIRST EXPERIENCE OF LIVE THEATRE PERFORMANCE'S, STARRING RUBY DEE AT THE IVANHOE THEATRE IN CHICAGO I SAW HER ABOUT A YEAR AGO AT THE EYE INSTITUTE IN CHICAGO I WENT UP TO HER AN SAID THOSE FAMILAR WORDS "I KNOW YOU DON'T REMEMBER ME BUT, I WAS IN YOUR HUMANITIES CLASS" SHE WAS GRACIOUS AND SPOKE POLITELY TO ME I SMILED AND THOUGHT TO MY SELF WHAT A GREAT EDUCATOR SHE WAS MY NAME VALDA CARTER - CLASS OF 1974
Trena Cooper
November 29, 2010
Proverbs 16:31 relates, "Grayheadedness is a crown of beauty when it is found in the way of righteousness." Ms. Burroughs took advantage of her 93 years of life by contributing to history and leaving a legacy for others. That is why the scripture at Ecclesiastes 7:1 states, "A name is better than good oil, and the day of death than the day of one's being born." Please accept my condolences; and may the family members and friends of Ms. Burroughs have the strength and peace needed, and the love Heavenly Father has to give.
Zachariah Ash
November 29, 2010
To the Burroughs family, may the God lift up his eyes and give you peace.
Orlando Forbes & Family
November 29, 2010
God put us here on earth, To love, to live, and to learn, To obey His Golden Rules And for Him we should be firm. He wants us to be an example Of all that He stands for, To love everyone on Earth And to have Faith and Trust and more.
We are in a way His disciples For the years we live on earth, He wants us to spread His word With compassion and much mirth. God put us here on earth, He has a reason for us being here, Our lives have a definite purpose,Trust God and never fear.
Bettye Jones
November 28, 2010
To The Burroughs Family, may God keep you in perfect peace. Her history will live on forever!!!
GWEN BONNER
November 28, 2010
MAY THE LORD GIVE YOU STRENGTH TO BEAR THE LOSS OF YOUR LOVED ONE, AND GRANT YOU PEACE.
Katheryn Marshall
November 27, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Dr. Burroughs has been an inspiration to me for over 40 years of my life. God Bless You!
November 27, 2010
May God grant you (THE BURROUGHS FAMILY)strength to stay strong & to hold to his unchanging hands!Let's celebrate the LIFE of Margaret Burroughs!
Pamela Castelle
November 27, 2010
To the family of the late Margaret Burroughs;
Thank you for sharing your time with her to let her share her wisdom with her people and the world.
Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.
Matt 5:4
November 26, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
anonymous
November 26, 2010
Thank you for being a positive role model and making history a littler brighter for young black people. God bless and strengthen your family!
Reta G. (Williams) Doss
November 26, 2010
I want to thank Ms. Burroughs for her contributions to the Dusable Museum. Because of her I was able to explore some of my personal family ancestry. May she rest in peace.
J. Edmondson
November 26, 2010
My blessings of Peace to the Burroughs family. She started a wonderful thng opening the Dusable Museum. her works will never be forgotten.
Frank Watkins
November 26, 2010
Because I have loved life, I shall have no sorrow to die.
Louise Freeman
November 26, 2010
Thank God for Ms. Burroughs.
Claiborne Lawrence
November 26, 2010
R.I.P-C.Thornton Lawrence,Roanoke,Va.
G Harmon-Sanders
November 25, 2010
Condolences and heartfelt prayers to the Burroughs family
Gwen Willis
November 25, 2010
To the Burroughs Family: I'm sorry to hear of your loss. Margaret Burroughs was a wonderful, special lady and will be missed. Do find comfort in God's promise at John 5:28, 29.
The Wright Family
November 24, 2010
My condolences to the Burroughs Family, Dr. Margaret Burroughs will be truly missed. She always gave of herself and gave and gave. Her contribution to the community and the Dusable Musemum are greatly appreciated.
Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can not heal.
November 24, 2010
To The Burroughs Family:
My prayers and thoughts are with you as you celebrate Mrs. Margaret Burroughs life and legacy. She was indeed a gift to us all and shall be missed! I celebrate the legacy she left to us all. She is absent from us and present with the Lord.
Sincerely,
The Reverend Edith M. Shokes
Atlanta, Georgia
November 24, 2010
Dearest Grandmother you will be missed!!!! your 5 graet grandchildren will miss you. Your TWO grandaughters too
Lily
November 24, 2010
With deepest sympathy to the family of Margaret. Her 93 years of dedication to her community is a fine example for all to follow. We look forward to the time when she will return to the days of her youthful vigor and enjoy life again without the infirmities of old age - Job 33:25.
Michaleen I
November 24, 2010
A true Christian is a sharing, caring person and this was Margaret Burroughs. God grant her peace!
Cynthia
November 24, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Dolon Peete
November 24, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Jeannie Perry
November 24, 2010
My sincere condolences to the Burroughs family.May God bless.
mary Ross cunningham
November 24, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
April Brasfield
November 24, 2010
Mrs. Burroughs
Thank you for the many memories that I learned and those that will be shared with my children, grandchildren and those yet to come. You are truly a treasure that will be missed.
May God Bless your family.
April Brasfield
Louisville, KY
Odie Hawkins
November 24, 2010
Ashayyy. Odie & Zola
November 23, 2010
TO THE FAMILY OF MARGARET BURROUGHS,I EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY AT THIS VERY DIFFICULT AND PAINFUL TIME.PLEASE FIND COMFORT IN READING.DANIEL 12;2.A,WINCHER.HOUSTON,TX.
November 23, 2010
Floyd Siebrun & Family Jeloit, La.
C. Garrett
November 23, 2010
Whenever I visit Chicago I always stop by the DuSable. Thanks Ms. Burroughs. The last exhibit I saw was the one about Blacks in the military. It was great and so were you. God Bless your family.
L. Ellis
November 23, 2010
Sincere condolences to the family!
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. John 3:16
Donald Peery
November 23, 2010
To the Family,
You have my deepest sympathy. May Dr. Margaret Burroughs' life and contributions to African American history and life serve to inspire all of us to study and learn our own historical experiences in this nation.
May Dr. Burroughs take her well-earned
rest.
Micheal L. Nesbitt
November 23, 2010
Thank you for your immeasurable contribution..Rest In Peace
Micheal l. Nesbitt
Burbank,CA.
November 23, 2010
WHENEVER A WONDERFULLY TREASURED GIFT SUCH AS DR. MARGARET PASSES ON IT IS TANTAMOUNT TO A GREAT LIBRARY BURNING DOWN.
WITH OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY,FRIENDS,ASSOCIATES AND EVERYONE WHO CAME IN CONTACT WITH THIS BEAUTIFUL QUEEN--
THE LOUISIANA MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY--FOUNDED AND ORGANIZED DUE TO THE ENCOURAGEMENT AND GUIDANCE OF DR. MARGARET, IN THE CITY OF NEW ORLEANS, OVER A DECADE AGO.
WE THANK HER AND WILL FOREVER CHERISH HER UNDISPUTABLE LEGACY.
Olevia,Taylor
November 23, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Regina Washington-White
November 23, 2010
My deepest condolences to the family of Margaret Burroughs. Although I did not personally know her, I was deeply touched by her lifelong mission to appreciate and preserve all that which is positive and important about African American culture and its history. Just as she faithfully watched over a legacy so important to her while here on earth, she will continue to do so from her new home. I pray for her family and that their loving memories will sustain them in the days to come. The longevity of her unselfish mission will forever keep her in our hearts.
Patricia Fointno
November 23, 2010
What a legacy!!!! May the Burroughs Family be filled with rich and wonderful memories. Please know that she will be kept in our hearts for years to come.
Blessings always....
ricky byrd
November 23, 2010
I spent my summers in Gary and Chicago every summer growing up as child. My Aunt Chevy would take us to museum often. Our prayers go out to your family.
November 23, 2010
In our hearts we remember a wonderful historian, scholar and artist.
Leah H. Reeder
Fort Wayne Museum of Art, IN
Marilynn
November 23, 2010
May God bring you peace in your hearts as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so dear and close to you.- Psalm 65:2
PSH
November 23, 2010
My husband and I just visited The DuSable this year and were amazed! May the family be comforted by the good memories and the Bible's promises ( Isaiah 25:8).
November 23, 2010
My condolences to the family. What shows that a person value the gifts of life? By the Legacy they leave behind. May those happy memories sustain the family and bring some comfort to your heart. And remember God is for us a refuge and strength, a help that is readily to be found during distresses. (Psalms 46:1)
Barbara Egwim
November 23, 2010
This Thanksgiving, I will be offering thanks for your loved one’s presence in my life. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you grieve.
CAROLYN YOUNGBLOOD
November 23, 2010
THANKS TO YOUR FAMILY FOR YOUR CONTRIBUTIONS TO
BLACK HISTORY.
Eula DeHart
November 23, 2010
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Brenda Brent Williams
November 23, 2010
I met Margaret about two years ago at a museum conference in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. What a privilege it was for me to share a moment with an icon in the museum world who, when asked who was traveling with her, responded, "I'm old enough to travel alone!"
Wanda
November 23, 2010
God Bless Margaret.
November 23, 2010
Thanks for the earth experience of Spirit Margaret Burroughs. I experienced the DuSable Museum in its early years and it has enriched the significance of my historical importance and the need that the knowledge she fostered be forwarded as a trust for all future earthbound spirits so that they too may be enlightened.
ELDER JOE AND ELLA COLSON AND FAMILY
November 23, 2010
PRAYER ARE WITH YOU'LL!
Effie Alexander
November 23, 2010
Mrs. Burroughs was such an inspiration to me. Not only was she an exceptional art teacher, she also taught us Black history and Black Pride. She was sweet, but a no nonsense woman. Because of her the vision lives on. Mrs. Burroughs you have fought a good fight and finished the course, now it is time for you to get a well deserved rest. May the peace of God remain with your family in their time of sorrow as he welcomes you with outstretched arms and say “Well done my true and faithful servant”.
Stephanie Lee
November 23, 2010
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
November 23, 2010
I am sorry for your great loss. There is indescribable pain experienced when losing a loved one. God did not intend for us to die. His purpose was for mankind to live forever on a paradise earth. He still extends that promise to us today through the ransom of Jesus Christ we can be forgiven of our sins and live forever on earth if we remain faithful to him.
william woodard
November 23, 2010
Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.
Shirley Griffin
November 23, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss, may the God of all comfort be with you in your time of grief.
Rogers
November 23, 2010
It is wonderful when people live their life to enrich other lives. They leave behind such wonderful memories. May we all strive to help others and motivate others with the right purpose in mind.
November 23, 2010
Lloyd Seabron & Family
Joliet, IL 60433
Charles Varner, Jr.
November 23, 2010
To the Burroughs Family: Dr. Margaret Burroughs fought vallantly to preserve the history and culture of her race in the DuSable Museum. In doing so, she became a legend in her own time. May her victorious triumphs be recorded and preserved in the museum of her own creation. Well done, Dr. Burroughs.
Mel White
November 23, 2010
To the entire Margaret Burroughs Family:
Margaret Burroughs was truly a keeper of the culture but, more importantly, she was a wonderful human being. Few will ever match her legacy.
R Golay
November 23, 2010
To the the family of Margaret Burroughs - May God give you peace and comfort through his word and the Lord Jesus Christ during this time of sorrow, I know that Margaret will be missed by many.
Miltonia Patton
November 23, 2010
May your soul rest in peace! God bless for all your hard work.
Mary Briley
November 22, 2010
Thank you Mrs. Burroughs, I had the pleasure of visiting the museum on my many visits to Chi-town. May God bless your family and heaven smile upon them during these difficult times.
November 22, 2010
To the Burroughs family,
We are sorry for the loss of your loved one. May the comforting words from family and friends continue to strengthen you, and the fond memories of your loved one continue to provide comfort to you.
May you also find a measure of comfort and peace in God's promises found in the last book of the Holy Scriptures: "And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away." 2 Peter 3:13; 1 Cor. 15:24-26
Delander Rodgers
November 22, 2010
Thank you, Margret Burroughs for giving your life to help educate my children and grandchildren about there history . I think all african americans should make one trip to the museum just to take their family .May God bless the Burroughs family in their time of sorrow.
Pamela Stowe
November 22, 2010
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Catherine
November 22, 2010
Rest in Peace with the Lord. Condolences to the family on the loss of such a lovely lady.
florence farley
November 22, 2010
You guided me on my first trip to the homeland and I will always remember you for your love for all of your sisters and brothers. Rest in love and peace.
Geri McLEAN
November 22, 2010
I will teach my kids our history & I will go the DuSable Museum. Thank you
Mileece Kelly
November 22, 2010
Dr, Burroughs, I promise to take my nieces to the DuSable Museum, and teach them our history. See you on the other side. God is with you.
-Mileece M. Kelly
Peggy Austin
November 22, 2010
Rest in peace Dr Burroughs. Because you forgot no one, you shall forever be remembered. You were wise, giving, and caring. You will be greatly missed.
Lue Catherine Sykes
November 22, 2010
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever
Victoria&Andrew Valdez`VZj
November 22, 2010
Inspired and Admired'
You Had great Ideas..
Condolences go out to
Burroughs Family...
GodBless you Margaret
theresa adams
November 22, 2010
thank you
god bless
theresa m adams- arcata california, humboldt county
LaVerne Wiggins
November 22, 2010
To the family of the late Mrs. Margaret Burroughs. I visited the DuSable Museum a couple of years ago and thought it was magnificent. May God continue to keep the family in his perfect peace.
Tia Thompkins-Joyner
November 22, 2010
My deepest condolences. May your memories give you a measure of comfort at this time of great sorrow. Please continue to gain strength and peace from the promises found in God's Word the Bible. For at Daniel 12:2 we have this assurance "And there will be many of those asleep in the ground of dust who will wake up..."
Harts
November 22, 2010
Our heartfelt condolences to Ms. Margaret's family. It is so sad to lose someone you love. May our Heavenly Father, the God of comfort and tender mercies be with you all during this sorrowful time. With deep sympathy,
Shirley
November 22, 2010
To he Family of Mrs. Margaret Burroughs
I am so sorry for you lost. May God bless and keep you in his care.
karen green
November 22, 2010
i am so sorry to learn of a great loss to our american culture and our african american history. To the family may you find peace during this time.
joyce smith-walker
November 22, 2010
Family of Margaret Burroughs: We have lost a special person. It was a priviledge to have shared the same space and time with her. May the family find comfort in the Lord.
L.S. & Family
November 22, 2010
To Mrs. Burroughs Family & Friends, Please accept our deepest sympathies for your loss. I remember visiting the DuSable Musuem as a child. Fascinating Place. God promises that one day He will wipe out every tear from our eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away."-Revelation 21:4 I hope this brings you a measure of comfort.
Sincerely
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