Content categorized as Death

Poor People’s Campaign and National Coalition for the Homeless mourn lives lost

Those who lost loved ones during the pandemic wrote their names on the memorial wall in front of the Lincoln Memorial. The Poor People’s Campaign handed out electric candles to the crowd, who placed them in front of the wall.

Remembering Miguel Gonzales

Miguel Gonzales, a lifelong resident of Washington, D.C., and staple of the Adams Morgan neighborhood, died on March 29, 2022.

Better late than never

Vennie Hill discusses the trials she has faced and the importance of never giving up.

For Yusef

Chris Cole shares her memories of her late friend, Yusef.

Wild visions!

Marcus McCall reflects on dreams and how they bring about old memories.

In memory of Chad Jackson

Reggie Jones remembers his late friend, Chad Jackson.

To all our street vendors, to yesterday

Rochelle Walker reflects on the day a friend passed away.

Remembering Ayub

Chris Cole honors her late friend, Ayub.

Honoring Ayub

Gracias Garcias reflects on the memories of his late friend, Ayub, and the impact he left on Garcias.

Missing you, Dad

Artist and vendor Sybil Taylor reflects on her experiences with her late father who passed away 6 years ago.

My buddy, my boss: The unforgettable Jackie Mason

Artist and vendor Frederic John reflects on his experiences and friendship with the late Jackie Mason.

Feeling sweet & sour

Artist/Vendor Sasha Williams writes a tribute to a sister lost in tragedy.

David’s Legacy

The Street Sense Media Community offers their tributes and memorials for David E. Denny, a longtime Artist and Vendor, who died May 1st and left a lasting legacy that will not be forgotten by the many people his life impacted.

William Maggi of Washington, DC, dies at 58

William ‘Bill’ Maggi was a force of personality in Dupont Circle for decades. His death is still a mystery, and his daughters mourn his loss.

Angela Hill, a fixture in Southeast DC, dies at 58

Family and neighbors gathered on Feb. 20 evening to celebrate the life of Angela Hill, who died under the John Philip Sousa Bridge. She had lived there for at least 10 years.

6 DC residents died without a home this month

Two people died due to complications from COVID-19, two were killed, and two died in the cold.

Remembering Shernell

The Street Sense Media Community offers tributes for Shernell Thomas, a longtime Street Sense Artist and Vendor, who died on February 1st.

Report highlights bias-motivated violence towards people experiencing homelessness

A report by an advocacy group studied bias-motivated crimes against people experiencing homelessness and what can be done to reduce these acts of violence.

Alice Carter study is an admirable and monumental effort that falls short

Artist and vendor Jeff Taylor critiques the case study written by Street Sense Media about the life and death of Alice Carter, who he knew and lived with.

Coronavirus exposes “people that we missed” amid homelessness crisis

Local D.C. advocacy group People for Fairness Coalition called for a greater investment in ending homelessness during 2020’s Homeless Persons’ Memorial Day.