then the reports came in she was battling pancreatic cancer. in recent days we were told she had fallen gravely ill and in hospice care at her detroit home. many friends spoke out saying she was at peace with her journey. 76 years old. born in march of 1942 in memphis, tennessee and she had an unbelievable career with her powerhouse voice and, of course, her talent as a gifted pianist as well. she began singing in the church at age 14. >> bill: did it so well. great to hear the stories of fonzy relating how she was as a woman and a performer. and this is perhaps the one song, as long as you are here on the planet with all of us, that you will remember, respect. play it. ♪