Mel King Death and Obituary: Legendary Black Leader Died at the Age of 94
Local political leaders are paying tribute to Mel King, a prominent Boston civil rights activist who died at 94. He passed away in his sleep.
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu praised King for shaping generations of leaders who work towards an equal society.
She noted that his activism had focused on improving wages and opportunities for all people and that he had been a powerful force in Boston politics for decades.
U.S. Senator Ed Markey reflected on his time working with King and his legacy of fighting for social justice.
King, a longtime resident of the South End, was elected to the Massachusetts House of Representatives in 1973 and served for nearly a decade.
He made history as the first Black person to reach a mayoral general election in Boston, though he ultimately lost the race in 1983.
Mayor Wu expressed her condolences to King’s family and friends and noted that his impact and legacy would continue to inspire future leaders.
Funeral arrangements for King are pending, and a full list of survivors was not immediately available.
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