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Shonka Dukureh

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Shonka Dukureh was a blues singer and actress who appeared as Big Mama Thornton in the recent Baz Luhrmann movie “Elvis.”

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Deep condolences to Shonka's family and love ones. Gone to soon. May God grant you comfort and peace of mind to cope with your loss.

My heartfelt condolences are offered to the family, many, many friends, and fans of Shonka Dukureh. Shonka Dukureh was a blues singer and actress who appeared as Big Mama Thornton in the recent Baz Luhrmann movie “Elvis.” May the love and many, many special memories you shared with your devoted loved one show how much your life was touched by him. May the God of comfort bless your grieving hearts with strength, loving kindness and peace as the world copes with the loss of Shonka Dukureh. May...

Many things we don’t understand but we understand “blessings” & Shonka gave many!!!

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My condolences to the family. May God provide comfort, peace, and endurance.

Such a devastating loss for the family especially to the children. I offer my sincere condolences. May the Great Comforter continue to be with the family.