Rabbi Capers Funnye, Michelle Obama's cousin who ran South Side synagogue, broke racial barriers, dies at 74
"He was the first Black Rabbi on the Chicago Board of Rabbis. He broke a lot of barriers and he did it here in Chicago," said longtime congregant and Rabbi Tamar Manasseh.
The report was published on 06 de novembro de 2026 às 03:20 by Chicago Sun-Times and is part of the World news coverage.
What other outlets are saying
- Jewish Telegraphic Agency: Rabbi Capers Funnye skillfully navigated a Jewish world wary of Hebrew Israelites
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It was first reported by Chicago Sun-Times on 06 de novembro de 2026 às 03:20.
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