Ethel Lance: A Bible Study
In Charleston, hundreds of people attended the funeral of Ethel Lance, who was among the nine black victims who were shot dead during a bible study at Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church. As mourners grieve on their loss, statements from the suspect, Dylann Roof's party were held for now.
Time reported that Lance was the first victim to be honored at her burial at Emanuel AME Church Cemetery on Thursday. The 70-year-old served as a sexton at the historical African-American church for five years, and will always be remembered by her "infectious smile."
"When it was time for the ushers to usher, she had the usher strut," said Rev. Norvel Goff, the church's interim leader. "When sister Lance praised the Lord, you had to strap on your
Time reported that Lance was the first victim to be honored at her burial at Emanuel AME Church Cemetery on Thursday. The 70-year-old served as a sexton at the historical African-American church for five years, and will always be remembered by her "infectious smile."
"When it was time for the ushers to usher, she had the usher strut," said Rev. Norvel Goff, the church's interim leader. "When sister Lance praised the Lord, you had to strap on your