On behalf of my children and I, we would like to thank everyone for their prayers and support during this very difficult time in our lives. Please continue to hold me up in prayer as I try to be mom and dad to my children and minister to the masses through word, song and lifestyle. God Bless You All and Thank Again.

Gospel music legend and fellow First Lady Karen Clark Sheard gives a special musical salute during the recent homegoing services for Lady MaLinda Sapp.

View photos of Israel Houghton singing at the homegoing services for MaLinda Sapp in Grand Rapids, MI. More coverage to come.

MaLinda Sapp, wife of gospel singer and pastor Marvin Sapp, died last week after an 18-month struggle with colon cancer. Marvin Sapp and his children pay tribute to Malinda by reading a memorable poem called ‘Footprints In The Sand’ and Marvin sings an encouraging song, “Let go and let God have his way.”

Pastors, local officials and gospel music artists from throughout the country were on hand, amidst tears, shouts, songs, and tender tributes at the “Homegoing Service” for MaLinda Sapp on Thursday at Resurrection Life Church.MaLinda Sapp, wife of gospel singer and local pastor Marvin Sapp, died last week after an 18-month struggle with colon cancer.

View photos and more from this afternoon's homegoing services for MaLinda Sapp in Grand Rapids, MI. More coverage to come.

On Thursday, September 16th, Dr. MaLinda Prince Sapp's life will be celebrated during her homegoing service at Resurrection Life Church (located at 5100 Ivanrest Avenue SW, Grandville, MI 49418-2358).

The world will say goodbye to gospel legend Walter Hawkins on Wednesday, July 21 in Oakland, Calif. A musical tribute will also commence the night before in his honor.

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