The Illinois Senate honors the life of Willie Mae (Frazier) Hemphill, a dedicated community servant and activist.
The Illinois Senate mourns the passing of Willie Mae (Frazier) Hemphill, who passed away on March 25, 2025. Born in Little Rock, Arkansas, Hemphill was a devoted community servant, having volunteered with the Community Table and served as assistant caretaker for Daisy Bates, a leader in ending school segregation. She moved to Chicago, managed restaurants, and later pursued a career in the medical field as a lab technician and phlebotomist. Hemphill also worked as a substitute teacher for the Little Rock School District and retired from the State of Arkansas.
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