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Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Gospel legend 'Mama' Mosie Burks dies at 92 – Who was she?
Lead vocalist of Mississippi Mass Choir and gospel singing legend Mama Mosie Burks passed away at the age of 92. Reports said that Burks, one of the greatest voices of the gospel, passed away on July 7. She was loved and revered all over the world, specially but not only by regular visitors of the church. Who was Mama Mosie Burks? Mosie Burks was a beloved gospel singer and lead vocalist of the Mississippi Mass Choir. Fans and gospel lovers knew her affectionately as "Mama Mosie." She became famous for her powerful, joyful voice and deep faith in God, as per reports. Her role in the Mississippi Mass Choir She was the heart and soul of the Mississippi Mass Choir. Famous songs that feature her voice include: 'This Morning When I Rose', 'They Got the Word', 'I'm Not Tired Yet'. She was known for her electrifying performances and soul-stirring presence on and off stage, as per the report by WJTV. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Play War Thunder now for free War Thunder Play Now Undo ALSO READ: Elon Musk says Trump 'Used Me' for poll boosts — feud heats up with explosive claim amid new America Party Worldwide influence Mama Mosie sang with the choir across the United States, South Africa, Japan, and Europe. One of her greatest honors was singing for Pope John Paul II at his summer residence in Castel Gandolfo, Italy, as stated by Hindustan Times. Live Events What people are saying Fans on social media called her a 'gospel pioneer' and said, 'If you didn't know Jesus after she finished singing, something was wrong with you.' Another fan reaction said, 'Her legacy will forever live on.''Rest in Power Mama Mosie Burks', as a fan on X. Early life and family struggles Born in Forest, Mississippi, to migrant-field worker parents. She was the third of 13 siblings. Her mother died when she was 21, and her father left the family. ALSO READ: Russia's elites in panic as Putin seizes empire of gold mogul Konstantin Strukov - private jet and passport seized She raised five younger siblings by herself. Worked as a maid and later at the telephone company to support her family, according to the reports. Personal life and children Had three children with her first husband, who died in 1984. Later married Willie Burks, and became a stepmother to seven children from her second and third husbands, as per Hindustan Times report. Mama Mosie Burks legacy and death She often sang about heaven and eternal life. The choir said, 'She sang about having a 'standing invitation' to Heaven… and early Monday morning, God called and she boarded her Heavenly flight', as stated by WJTV report. Her death is a big loss to gospel music, but her legacy will inspire generations. Funeral arrangements are not yet final. The Burks family and Mississippi Mass Choir ask for prayers during this time of reflection and remembrance, as per the reports. FAQs Q1. How did Mama Mosie Burks die? Her cause of death has not been publicly shared, but she passed away peacefully at age 92 on July 7, 2025. Q2. Who was Mama Mosie Burks in the Mississippi Mass Choir? She was the lead singer known for powerful gospel songs like 'When I Rose This Morning' and helped shape the choir's sound.
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
‘Mama' Mosie Burks of Mississippi Mass Choir dies at 92; All about her family and children as tributes pour in
Mama Mosie Burks, the legendary lead vocalist of the Mississippi Mass Choir, died at the age of 92. Mama Mosie Burks {{^userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{/userSubscribed}} 'Mama Mosie's powerful voice, unshakable faith and joyful spirit touched hearts around the world and helped define the sound and soul of the Mississippi Mass Choir,' the choir stated in a Facebook post. 'Her legacy will continue to inspire generations to come.' {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} Some of the Mississippi Mass Choir's well-known songs, such as "They Got the Word," "I'm Not Tired Yet," and "This Morning When I Rose," feature her voice. Reacting to the news of her demise, one of her fans wrote on X: 'If you didn't know Jesus after she finished singing something was wrong with you. RIH to one of the greatest gospel pioneers Mosie Burks.' 'Mother Mosie Burks was the staple for the Mississippi Mass Choir. Her legacy will forever live on. May she rest in power,' another commented. {{^userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} 'Mississippi Mass Choir is one of my favorite gospel groups and I love listening to 'When I Rose This Morning.' Rest In Power Mama Mosie Burks. 🕊🙏🏾💔' third fan commented. {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} 'Mississippi Mass Choir is one of my favorite gospel groups and I love listening to 'When I Rose This Morning.' Rest In Power Mama Mosie Burks. 🕊🙏🏾💔' third fan commented. {{/usCountry}} Read More {{^usCountry}} What we know about Mississippi Mass Choir {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} What we know about Mississippi Mass Choir {{/usCountry}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{/userSubscribed}} Frank Williams, a member of the well-known gospel quartet the Jackson Southernaires and a staff producer at Malaco Records, the Jackson blues, soul, and gospel label, launched the Mississippi Mass Choir in 1988. The choir's first six CDs peaked at number one on the gospel chart published by Billboard magazine. Burks had traveled with the choir to South Africa, Japan, and Europe in addition to the United States. One of her best experience was to sing for Pope John Paul II at his summer home in Castel Gandolfo, Italy. Also Read: Who was Ryan Luis Mosqueda? Texas shooter, 27, who opened fire at US Border Patrol agents killed and identified Mosie Burks' childhood and family {{^userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{^usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{#usCountry}} {{/usCountry}} {{/userSubscribed}} Born to migrant-fieldworker parents in Forest, Mississippi, Burks was the third of 13 children. Burks' mother passed away when she was 21 years old, and her father left the family, forcing her to raise five younger siblings until they were old enough to live independently. She worked as a maid and was later employed by the telephone company. Burks was mom to three children from her first husband, who passed away in 1984. She is also survived by seven stepchildren from her second and third present husband, Willie Burks. SHARE THIS ARTICLE ON
