![]() ![]() ![]() As a matter of fact, their loyal fan base is what keeps them going more than six decades later. “I was rejected I had no idea I had that many fans, and I didn’t know that that many people cared one way or another, you know, about what we were doing.” He admits that the group almost lost its following when he tried to alter it. “I guess that’s what I say the longevity or success of the group is attributed to-the signature sound that I didn’t realize I had for a lot of years until I got a chance to compare it to a lot of other artists then I realized it was so different that I decided to change it one time,” reflects Spann. Theirs is a sound that stands apart in traditional quartet music. Spann is assisted by a cane and sits onstage with mic in hand during some of the group’s mild numbers such as “No Cross, No Crown.” But you can rest assured that his voice still booms and when the Spirit moves him on tunes like “Stood on the Banks of Jordan,” he springs from his chair to join in with group member Sonny McClary, with whom he now shares lead tasks. Spann interjects) and toured extensively. Published by Greensboro News & Record on Nov. Along the way, they’ve racked up a couple of gold records (“They say they were gold I just say they were good,” Rev. Arrangements are by Serenity Funeral Home & Cremations, 1024 Homeland Avenue. Since then, he has worked the gospel circuit with his group’s instantaneously recognizable styling, which is directly attributed to his own bass vocals. Spann tells me he organized the Brooklyn Allstars in 1948. Admiration for the quartet veteran is immediately perceivable by the number of fan interruptions that continue throughout our early evening interview just prior to one of the Brooklyn Allstars’ concerts. Spann graciously returns the gesture, “My man! Good to see you,” making apparent that he appreciates his supporters as much as they appreciate him. Thomas Spann sporting a wide grin and extending a slightly trembling hand, hailing, “The Legend! The Legend!” Rev. Brooklyn Allstars’ Thomas Spann reflects on “signature sound that I didn’t realize I had”Ī fan approaches Rev. 1951 - 2024 Send Flowers BORN 1951 DIED 2024 FUNERAL HOME Serenity Funeral Home & Cremations 1024 Homeland Avenue Greensboro, North Carolina Alton Rogers Obituary Rogers Jr., Alton. In his memory, a portion of the interview is reprinted below. Spann prior to a concert featuring the Brooklyn Allstars in Roxboro, NC. GMF joins the gospel community in extending condolences to his wife Donna, the entire Spann family, and the Brooklyn Allstars. Further details are available on the Serenity Funeral Home and Cremations website. Both services will be held at New Light Missionary Baptist Church in Greensboro, NC, and streamed live on the Serenity Funeral Home Cremation Live YouTube page. The celebration of life service follows on Saturday, August 19, with viewing prior to the service. Toni Sabatinos passing at the age of 51 on Friday, Jhas been publicly announced by Serenity Funeral Home & Cremations in Greensboro, NC. ![]() He was 98.Ī musical celebration takes place Friday, August 18. Thomas Spann, founding member of the Brooklyn Allstars. Serenity Henry, please visit our floral store.Homegoing services have been announced for Rev. The Bible teaches us that the strong shall bear the infirmities of the weak, therefore every person that steps through the threshold on those days to support this heartbroken family, will take a piece of the load from Serenity’s parents, siblings and loved ones, therefore helping them begin to heal.Įric and his team of Compassionate Professionals at Majestic Funeral Homes are working feverishly to help this loving and special family during one of life’s most daunting tasks. It is during these hours that all who gather can embrace each other, realizing that God is still in charge and He will heal all broken hearts from this tremendous loss. ![]() On Sunday, Novembeginning at 2pm, a formal Service of Remembrance will come forth at First Baptist Church in Elizabethtown, NC. On Saturday, Novembetween the hours of 5:30pm and 7:30pm, Serenity will lie in a state of peaceful tranquility in the Majestic Life Celebration Chapel in Elizabethtown, NC, for those who wish to remember moments past with her and pay homage to her cherished family. at Serenity Funeral Home, 1024 Homeland Avenue, Greensboro, NC. Public viewing will begin on Thursday, Jfrom 12 until 6 p.m. Serenity Henry gently laid her head in the Master’s arms and went to sleep in Paradise on Monday, Novemwhile resting at Moses Cone Hospital in Greensboro, NC surrounded by her devoted family. GREENSBORO Johnsie Mae Kelley Moore, 89, passed away Friday, Jat her residence. As the Angelic Host rejoices with the arrival of another precious soul, those who remain to endure have heavy hearts and indescribable sadness as a result of this tremendous loss. ![]()
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