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Thelma Mothershed Wair
1940 - 2024
Thelma Mothershed Wair
1940 - 2024
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BORN
1940
DIED
2024
Thelma Mothershed Wair Obituary
Thelma Mothershed Wair was the oldest of the Little Rock Nine, a group of Black students who integrated Little Rock Central High School in 1957, prompting one of the most important civil rights clashes in American history.
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CA
October 31, 2024
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. May God comfort ,soothe and wrap you in His love .
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RB
October 23, 2024
A beautiful and strong woman that was an important part of the civil rights movement at a young age. Forever a part of history as part of the Little Rock Nine. Sincere condolences to the Mothershed, Wair families, so very sorry for your loss. May God be with you all in your time of loss.
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