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Gay News Blog Aug 27 08
Photo: Phyllis Lyon and Del Martin (right) marry in San Francisco on June 16, 2008.
It is with great sadness that I share with you that today, the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) community lost an iconic leader and a beloved friend.
Del Martin, 87, passed away in San Francisco with Phyllis Lyon, her lifelong partner and spouse, by her side. Full story...
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