Cissy Houston, the Grammy Award-winning gospel singer and mother of the late Whitney Houston, passed away at the age of 91. She passed away m peacefully at her home in New Jersey while under hospice care for Alzheimer's, surrounded by her family. Cissy Houston's illustrious career spanned over seven decades. She was a member of the renowned vocal group, The Sweet Inspirations, which provided backup vocals for legendary artists like Elvis Presley, Aretha Franklin, and Otis Redding. Her powerful voice also graced numerous recordings, including Van Morrison's "Brown Eyed Girl" and Jimi Hendrix's "Burning of the Midnight Lamp". As a solo artist, Cissy Houston won two Grammy Awards for Best Traditional Soul Gospel

Album with her albums "Face to Face" in 1997 and "He Leadeth Me" in 1998. She was also a beloved author, penning books such as "He Leadeth Me" and "Remembering Whitney: A Mother's Story of Life, Loss, and The Night the Music Stopped". Her daughter-in-law, Pat Houston, described her as a "strong and towering figure" who deeply cared about her family, ministry, and community. Cissy Houston's legacy will continue to inspire through her music and the profound impact she had on the lives of those who knew her. Her passing marks the end of an era, but her contributions to music and her unwavering faith will be remembered and cherished by many.