Family of Charles B. Rangel annouces funeral plans

Family of Charles B. Rangel annouces funeral plans

The family of retired Congressman Charles B. Rangel announces a series of activities to honor his life and legacy leading up to his funeral service at St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Congressman Rangel will be memorialized in the coming days, with opportunities for the public to pay their respects.Public Activities:Lying in ReposeSt. Aloysius Church, 219 W 132nd St., New York, NY 10027 June 9 -10, 12:00 p.m. – 8 p.m. Congressman Rangel will lie in repo…

Charles Rangel: A Reflection on a Lifelong Ally of the Caribbean

By Faye & Karl Rodney NEW YORK, May 30, 2025 — In an era defined by fierce politics and shifting alliances, few American political figures have demonstrated the unwavering commitment to Caribbean causes and leadership that Congressman Charles Rangel has shown. Over a relationship that has spanned more than five decades, Rangel became not only a powerful legislator but also a reliable friend of Jamaica, the Caribbean region, and its diaspora. Our…