Big Duck's Legacy Lives On | New Orleans News

Jerome “Big Duck” Smith, the legendary civil rights warrior who fought segregation from childhood on New Orleans buses to leading Freedom Rides and founding a youth empowerment group, has died at 87. His life of courage—marked by prison, beatings, and unwavering resolve—is being honored with public viewings and a powerful second-line funeral procession through the streets of New Orleans, as city officials warn of traffic disruptions and urge residents to plan ahead for this momentous tribute to a true hero of justice and community. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5ad194464a282a43