Mahalia Jackson’s Death – Cause and Date
Born (Birthday) October 26, 1911
Death Date January 27, 1972
Age of Death 60 years
Cause of Death Heart Seizure
Place of Death OSF Little Company of Mary Medical Center, Evergreen Park, Illinois, United States
Place of Burial Providence Memorial Park and Mausoleum, Metairie, Louisiana, United States
Profession Gospel Singer
The gospel singer Mahalia Jackson died at the age of 60. Here is all you want to know, and more!
Biography - A Short Wiki
Gospel singer who inspired millions of listeners and released many gold-certified albums. She released hits like “How I Got Over,” which won a Grammy Award.
She married Isaac Hockenhull in 1936, and, after their divorce in 1964, she married Sigmond Galloway.
How did Mahalia Jackson die?
Mahalia Jackson died at age 60 of a heart seizure on Jan 27, 1972, in Little Company of Mary Hospital in Evergreen Park, Ill., a Chicago suburb. She had been in poor health for several years.
Quotes
"“Everybody needs somebody.” (Mahalia Jackson)
"“When you sing gospel you have a feeling there is a cure for what’s wrong.” (Mahalia Jackson)
"“If you believe in God, He will open the windows of heaven and pour blessings upon you.” (Mahalia Jackson)
"“If you want me to sing this Christmas song with the feeling and the meaning, you better see if you can locate that check.” (Mahalia Jackson)
"“You’re blessed if you have the strength to work.” (Mahalia Jackson)