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 first for the New Democratic Party — and the first tenured black professor in Canadian history. McCurdy died February 20 at 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.

McCurdy was also a scientist and formed the Guardian Club to fight racial discrimination in Windsor. He also co-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.