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« Starting off Easter with sunrise services | Today | 2 marching in marathon to honor fallen R.I. Guardsman » April 14, 2006Julia Pell, gay rights activist, senator's daughter, diesNEWPORT -- Julia Pell, who put a human face on the battle for gay rights at the State House in the 1990s and was the youngest daughter of former U.S. Sen. Claiborne Pell, has died after a long battle against lung cancer. Ms. Pell, 52, died last night at Newport Hospital, according to her mother, Nuala Pell. Known universally as "Julie," Ms. Pell was a lobbyist for gay rights legislation and brought focus to a movement that for years had generated more enthusiasm than State House success. She became president of the Rhode Island Alliance for Lesbian and Gay Civil Rights and worked diligently on behalf of the state law that bans discrimination against gays in housing, employment, public accommodations and the granting of credit. Survivors include her mother and father, who live in Newport. Online guestbook: Post condolences, share memories of Julia Pell. -- Journal staff writer Scott MacKay Posted by Jack Perry CommentsCheryl Cimini | April 14, 2006 2:05 PM link I wish to express my condolences to the Pell family for the loss of their child. She was an inspiration to all. She will not be forgotten. Like her father she has been an inspiration for many. Charlaine Cadence Nordin Charlaine Nordin | April 15, 2006 6:01 AM link Post a commentPlease be civil. Vicious comments, personal attacks and profanity won't be published. Name and email are required; email address will not publish. |
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Julia was a champion! My condolences to the Julie, the Pells, and all of Julia's extended family.
Cheryl