By Craig Garrett, Suggest (‘zine) | “Mama” Mosie Burks, a beloved legend of the Mississippi Mass Choir, has died. The Mississippi Mass Choir announced the passing of Burks on July 7 through a post on Facebook. “It is with heavy hearts and treasured reflections that the Mississippi Mass Choir announces the transition of their beloved member Mother Mosie Burks – affectionately known to the world as – Mosie “Mama” Burks,” the post began.
“Mama Mosie was more than a voice,” the post continued. “She was a living testimony of unwavering faith, joy, and perseverance. From her electrifying performances of “When I Rose This Morning” to her soul-stirring presence on and off stage, she embodied the spirit of gospel music and the mission of this choir. Her energy, her testimony, and her unwavering love for God touched audiences around the world and brought countless souls to Christ.”
The post concluded with, “Though we mourn her physical absence, we rejoice in knowing she’s been singing about this day all her life – “There’s a great coronation coming up…filled with joy and gladness, and the special guest attending will be all the children of the Lord.”
She was 92 and is survived by her husband and three children.
‘Mama’ Mosie Burks Didn’t Begin Her Journey with the MS Mass Choir Until Her Sixties
Born on June 17, 1933, in Forest, Burks worked picking cotton as a child and later as a domestic worker before moving to Jackson to continue her education. She grew up in the church and joined the Mass Choir in 1996 as part of the alto section. She first sang lead on “This Morning When I Rose” just weeks before the Malaco recording session.
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Read more about Ms. Burks’ life here:
https://www.msn.com/en-us/music/news/gospel-music-legend-dead-at-92-rip-to-mama-mosie-burks/