Funeral arrangements set for civil rights activist Howard McCurdy

Funeral arrangements have been scheduled for Howard McCurdy, a civil rights activist from Windsor.

McCurdy was the second black member of Parliament in Canada the firstfor the New Democratic Party andthe first tenured black professor in Canadian history. McCurdydied February 20at the age of 85.

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Public visitation is set for Friday from 2- 5:00 p.m. and again at 7 -9:00 p.m. at Families First Funeral Home on Dougal Avenue.

The memorial service is being held Saturday at 3:00 p.m. at the same location. The family said everyone is welcome.

Remembering Howard McCurdy

7 years ago

Duration 1:51

Here's a look at the life of Howard McCurdy.

McCurdywas also a scientist andformed the Guardian Club to fight racial discrimination in Windsor. He alsoco-founded and chaired the National Black Coalition of Canada.

He was named to the Order of Ontario and designated a member of the Order of Canada in 2012.