Spokane honors Reverend Percy "Happy" Watkins, celebrated pastor and civil rights leader, at a community event.

Hundreds honored Reverend Percy "Happy" Watkins at a Spokane celebration, marking his 30-year tenure as New Hope Baptist Church's pastor and his work as a civil rights activist. Watkins, who passed away on October 25, co-founded Spokane's annual Martin Luther King Jr. March and advocated for marginalized communities. Attendees, including Mayor Lisa Brown, praised his moral leadership and impact on education and community life.

November 16, 2024
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