After 102 years, this lady radiates
When Georgia Price Deskins made her entry into the world, African Americans were called race people. She has lived to be called colored, Negro, Black and African American. But what does she call herself - just plain lucky to be alive.
Born 102 years ago in Birmingham Alabama, Mrs. Deskins, who has lived through three centuries, made a career of serving her family and community.
Her service work has been recognized by President Bill Clinton and Mayor Richard M. Daley in addition to numerous awards and certificates from her church, Olivet Baptist Church, 3101 S. Martin Luther King Drive, where she has been a member for many …
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