NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with Charles Evers, the brother of late civil rights activist Medgar Evers, about his endorsement of Donald Trump after Mississippi polls closed Tuesday night. A white resident tipped off the mayor and the Klansman was arrested. James Charles Evers (born September 11, 1922) is an American civil rights activist and former politician. Evers lost the Democratic primary for mayor in 1981 to Kennie Middleton. He was in the Motorcycle Unit and was an expert marksman. Carole and Gerry went on to have their second child, Sherry, in 1962, but the former couple called it quits in 1969. Glender Jean Helen McEvers, age 84, of Sweet Lake, La., was peacefully ushered into her eternal rest surrounded by her loving family on Monday, Feb. 27, 2023, at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital . Prosecutors further accused him of depositing town funds in a personal bank account. Low on money, he began working as a meatpacker in stockyards during the day and as an attendant for the men's restroom at the Conrad Hilton Hotel at nights. degree from Alcorn Agricultural and Mechanical College in Lorman, Mississippi in 1950. [40][43] Despite the fears of public observers, the campaign was largely devoid of racism and Evers and Waller avoided negative tactics. [5][6] He was the eldest of four children;[6] Medgar Evers was his younger brother. Charles Evers was born in Decatur, Mississippi, on September 11, 1922, to James Evers, a laborer, and Jesse Wright Evers, a maid. Graham said the agency is working to convert two plots of land at the entrance to the neighborhood intoMyrlie'sGarden, whichwill grow the same plants MyrlieEversgrew in her own garden. worked as a multimedia journalist for News Mississippi and SuperTalk Mississippi from 2019-2021. JACKSON, Miss. Keep this news free and accessible to all by becoming a member and giving a recurring donation of any amount today. Charles Evers of Dayton, Yamhill County, Oregon was born on August 12, 1923, and died at age 81 years old on October 29, 2004. Her second husband, Walter Williams, died of cancer. With the shift in white voters moving into the Republican Party in the state (and the rest of the South), Cochran was continuously re-elected to his Senate seat. After his brother's assassination in 1963 . Evers, a World War II veteran, and a prominent figure in the history of Mississippi and the United States will be honored and celebrated with a sign on the one-hundredth year of his birthday. [50] Republican Leon Bramlett of Clarksdale, also known as a college All-American football player, finished second with 39 percent of the vote. 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Evers did not like to share or delegate power. [1], In 1969, Evers was named "Man of the Year" by the NAACP. "[4], Evers began mulling the possibility of a campaign for the office of governor in 1969. He has worked for Promise Keepers Mens Ministry, worked in inner city Rescue Missions and served on numerous boards in the United States. As far as her personal life, it appears Sherry was married to her ex-husband, Robbie Kondor. Charles Evers. By clicking submit, you agree to share your email address with Mississippi Today. I know Dad would be proud of this moment," said Velma Charlene Evers-Kreel, daughter of James Charles Evers. [49] Evers later attracted controversy for his support of judicial nominee Charles W. Pickering, a Republican, who was nominated by President George H. W. Bush for a seat on the U.S. Court of Appeals. All Rights Reserved. A personal perspective from Daughter, Charlene Evers-Kreel and Granddaughter, Dr. Tony. [10] Between 1952 and 1955, Evers often spoke at the RCNL's annual conferences in Mound Bayou, a town founded by freedmen, on such issues as voting rights. While the singers older children have embraced their careers in the limelight, Levi lives the most low-key out of all the family. Robert Martin, chairman of the board for the airport, saidthe Jackson-Medgar Wiley Evers International Airport wouldnow include theMedgar Wiley Evers Museum. A native Nashvillian, Mr. Evers attended high school at St. John's Military Academy in Delafield, Wisconsin, graduated from Vanderbilt University in 1950, and was a member of Sigma Chi Fraternity. Like her mom and older sister, Sherry is a talented singer and songwriter. BRANDON, Miss. Evers was interviewed by The HistoryMakers on May 24, 2017. After his brother's assassination in 1963, Evers took over his position as field director of the NAACP in Mississippi. Copyright 2022 WLBT. [33] During Evers' tenure, Fayette benefitted from several federal grants, and ITT Inc. built an assembly plant in the town, but the region's economy largely remained depressed. "[47] Waller replied, "Whaddya say, Charlie? Vivian fought for civil rights and equality in the South long after the 1960s, C.T. The National Parks Service will also be developing a virtual 3D tour of the house to engage the younger generation and a walking tour of downtown sites. To watch the interview in which Evers announced her decision, click here. When Elmer Charles Evers was born on 19 October 1892, in LaMoure, North Dakota, United States, his father, Christian Frederick Evers, was 33 and his mother, Lena May Sherman, was 21. "Otherwise, it's going to repeat itself. Pamela Junior, director of the Mississippi Civil Rights Museum, sang, In the Sweet Byand By for the family and read a poem. He gained enough money to purchase several bars, bootlegged liquor, and sold jukeboxes. Stay up to date with all of Mississippis latest news by signing up for our free newsletter here. [6] The couple divorced in June 1974. [45] The night of the election, Evers shook the hands of Waller supporters in Jackson and then went to a local television station where his opponent was delivering a victory speech. James Charles Evers (September 11, 1922 July 22, 2020) was an American civil rights activist, businessman, radio personality, and politician. Evers did little to support them. They completed the beloved musicians family when their youngest son, Levi, arrived in 1974. Wanda Evers is the daughter of late Civil Rights leader Charles Evers and niece of Medgar Evers. CNN Interactive hosted a chat Monday with Charles Evers who, like his late brother Medgar, became a civil rights pioneer. The case resulted in a mistrial, but Evers' reputation permanently suffered. He was the eldest of four children; . She went on to share her last two children with him before they split in 1976. Charles Evers, brother of civil rights icon Medgar Evers, has died at the age of 97. . She despised her name, he said. The post Wanda Evers, daughter of Charles, announces run for Jackson mayor appeared first on News Mississippi. I have a business in west Jackson. See Her Beautiful Bikini Photos, Having Fun at the Beach! In 1951, Evers married Nannie L. Magee, with whom he had four daughters. He gained national fame he was elected as the first African American Mayor of a biracial town in Fayette, Mississippi. [36] In the late 1970s he used a $5,300 federal grant to renovate a building he owned which he leased to a federal day care program, and used some of the employees for personal business. A couple of months ago, Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba announced that he would be seeking re-election come June of 2021, but now it seems as if it wont be without a little competition. . (UPDATED), Superintendent of Harvest Christian Academy Issues Statement About James MacDonalds Actions with Students. After her first marriage, King wedded Charles Larkey in 1970. Spouse. An only child, Charles was born in Queens, NY, on September 11, 1939, to Charles and Veronica Evers. [8] After serving a year of reserve duty following the Korean War, he settled in Philadelphia, Mississippi. Claridon - Charles Robert Evers, 85, of Claridon, signed off one final time on May 24, 2020 at his home. While the singer's older children have embraced their careers in the limelight, Levi lives the most low-key out . Let someone else be out front. [35] His attorney told the court that Evers had indeed concealed the income, but argued that the charge was invalid since this had been done before the late 1960s, as the indictment specified. Evers received his B.S. Glender Jean Helen McEvers, age 84, of Sweet Lake, Louisiana was peacefully ushered into her eternal rest surrounded by her loving family on Monday, February 27, 2023 at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital. He also established the Medgar Evers Community Center at the outskirts of town, which served as a center for registration efforts, grocery store, restaurant, and dance hall. : Signed. He died with his devoted wife Carolyn, his eldest daughter Kathie, youngest daughter Patrice, and son Christopher at his side. Despite the death sentence, she had remained upbeat till the end, urging her family and friends to throw a party, instead of a funeral, and that is what they did Monday. [2], At the time of Evers's election as mayor, the town of Fayette had a population of 1,600 of which 75% was African-American and almost 25% white; the white officers on the Fayette city police "resigned rather than work under a black administration," according to the Associated Press. Evers approached the car shortly before its departure and told Waller, "I just wanted to congratulate you. [7] He could not marry her and bring her home to Mississippi because the state's constitution prohibited interracial marriages. Vivian fought for civil rights and equality in the South long after the 1960s, 60 years after the Freedom Rides, civil rights leader C.T. He continued Medgars work as state field secretary for the NAACPs Mississippi chapter and led many demonstrations for the rights of black people. In the interview, co-host David Watkins asked Evers what can be done to put a halt to Jackson's problems. Published: Jul. He received his education from Sewanee: The University of the South. He is survived by two daughters, Linda Ann Evers and Mary Frances . In 1954, he was made the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) State Voter Registration chairman. All rights reserved. This is Mississippi. Bishop Matthews established the Tabernacle Church of God in Christ in Southaven, Mississippi. Charles Evers, the older brother of slain civil rights leader Medgar Evers, died at home of natural causes on Wednesday at the age of 97.. Evers was surrounded by relatives at his daughter's . The Gilmore Girls alums fourth and final marriage was with Rick Sorenson, which lasted from 1982 to 1989, and she held off from having any more children with her last two husbands. Carmigo is an online vehicle marketplace connecting individual sellers with dealerships. The post SuperTalk Eagle Hour: New Southern Miss Quarterbacks Billy Todays show takes a quick look at last nights baseball One piece of legislation that would revise Mississippis current initiative Wanda Evers, daughter of Charles, announces run for Jackson mayor, Loan repayment program for Mississippi nurses passed by legislature, $272K winning Mississippi Match 5 ticket sold in Biloxi, SuperTalk Eagle Hour: New Southern Miss Quarterbacks Billy Wiles & Holman Edwards And Patrick Magee From NOLA.com, Rebel Report podcast: Who candidate one should be for Ole Miss basketball, Legislation preventing voters from placing abortion on the ballot passes House committee. Molly has become successful in her own right as an artist, and many of her creations have been put on display in exhibitions and galleries all over the world. He is survived by two daughters, Linda Ann Evers and Mary Frances Evers; and one sister, Martha Evers Templeton, all of Nashville. [35], Evers served many terms as mayor of Fayette. They were interested in Jomo Kenyatta and the rise of the Kikuyu tribal resistance to colonialism in Kenya, known as the Mau Mau uprising as it moved to open violence. His campaign staff was largely young and inexperienced and lacked organization. [47], In 1978, Evers ran as an independent for the U.S. Senate seat vacated by Democrat James Eastland. [1] Charles fell in love with a Philippine woman while stationed overseas. Closer Weekly has affiliate partnerships so we may receive compensation for some links to products and services. Carole King is a talented singer and songwriter who has had one of the most entertaining careers as a solo artist. [5], On July 22, 2020, Evers died in Brandon at age 97. The Honorable James Charles Evers, brother of slain civil rights leader Medgar Wiley Evers, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at the home of his daughter, Charlene Evers-Kreel," his . (WLBT) - The late James Charles Evers will have a sign unveiling event commemorating the impact he left during his life. "[14] A decade after his death, Evers and blues musician B.B. Friends recalled Cambi,a 34-year-old public relations professional, as sassy, smart and larger than life. AP Myrlie Evers, left, and her daughter Reena Evers-Everett celebrate the murder conviction of Bryon De La Beckwith, charged with the June 12, 1963, murder of civil rights leader Medgar Evers, in . [50], Evers endorsed Ronald Reagan for President of the United States during the 1980 United States presidential election. Like her previous marriage, though, Carole split from Charles in 1976. James Charles Evers was born in Decatur, Mississippi to James Evers, a laborer, and Jesse Wright Evers, a maid. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. After walking down the aisle in 1970, Carole and the I Wasnt Born to Follow crooner welcomed their daughter, Molly, in 1971. Biography ID: 83492419 . Know about the people that preceded them and what they stood for.". The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee has been nothing but supportive of Louise pursuing show business. Louise has an incredible voice just like her famous mom. Carolyn Evers Cockrell, one of Charles Evers' daughters, said Saturday's event meant more since his passing. Born in Decatur, Mississippi, Evers had a devoutly Christian mother and a fearless . The event was chaired by former Governor Phil Bryant, who is a board member of AFPI. Known for. The event, held on June 12 each year, also honored Charles Evers, Medgar Evers brother and a notable longtime Mississippi politician, whodied in July 2020 at the age of 97. [13] Charles learned of his brother's death several hours later and flew to Jackson in the morning. Medgar Evers family hit again by cancer death. Ms. Perkins said, "Yes, Charles Evers' statement is accurate if he made it.". 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