Teena Marie who was one of my favorite singers of all time was laid to rest today at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Los Angeles, California. Shanice Williams sang Ave Maria and was escorted by husband actor Flex Alexander, Doug Grisby led her band through some of her classic hits, Smokey Robinson sang a tribute in her honor, Berry Gordy, Stevie Wonder and Marie's daughter Alia Rose were all speakers in tributes to the late singer. Also in attendance were actresses Debbie Allen, Sheryl Lee Ralph,Queen Latifah, Tichina Arnold, Lisa Raye, Sheryl Underwood, Kim Whitley, Sinbad entertainment correspondent Tanya Hart, Sinbad, singers Deniece Williams, Johnny Gill, Howard Hewitt,Ray Parker, George Duke, Val Young, Rick James ex wife Tanya James and basketball great Gary Payton.
Marie passed away on December 26-2010, she was 54.
Still in shock by her passing. There will never been another Teena Marie. She was truly lovely and rare.
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I'm looking forward to seeing you at the celebration today kevin. Sad that death brings about the best reunions.
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