Further hits included 1974's "Boogie Down" (US #2, UK #39) and another million selling release, "Son of Sagittarius" (US #28) from the same year, 1975's "Shoeshine Boy" (US #18), and 1976's "He's a Friend" (US #36). Share this memorial using social media sites or email. Family (4) Trade Mark (1) Falsetto singing voice Trivia (8) Survivors include his devoted wife of 68 years, Lee Bell Kendrick . Lee married Johnnie Kendrick on month day 1937, at age 17 at marriage place, Alabama. Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. Skippin Work Today, 1. God bless you and your family. 800 Dennison Ave Sw Birmingham, AL LEE KENDRICK OBITUARY KENDRICK, LEE BELL age 92, passed away Monday June 18, 2012. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. He continued to tour through the summer of 1992, when he fell ill again and was hospitalized. Its Summer29. A native of Alabama, Kendricks started singing in his church choir in the 1940s. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. Papa Was a Rollin Stone3. Our long visits , her giving me flowers out of her garden started me with a flower garden. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. Inscribed on the granite are the names of Temptations hit songs. Ruffin left the group in 1968 and Kendricks left in 1971. He is survived by his parents. The group decided to move for better opportunities in their musical careers, and in 1957 the group moved to Cleveland, Ohio on E 123rd and Kinsman. Eddie Kendricks was born in Union Springs, Alabama on 17th December 1939, the son of Johnny and Lee Bell Kendrick. They had one son together. He was survived by his three children: Parris, Aika, and Paul Kendricks. In 1998, NBC aired The Temptations, a four-hour television miniseries based upon an autobiographical book by Otis Williams. To use this feature, use a newer browser. He had one of the unmistakable voices of the 1960s, fronting some of the biggest hits from one of the very biggest Motown groups. based on information from your browser. Ball of Confusion, 13. KENDRICK, LEE BELL age 92, passed away Monday June 18, 2012. God is in control and you all are covered in his blood. Aint Too Proud to Beg6. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. june25,2012 TO THE SIMPSON&KENDRICK FAMILIES,MAY OUR FATHER, IN HEAVEN IN THE NAME OF JESUS CONTINUE TO BLESS, &KEEP YOU ALL IN YOUR HOURS OF GREAT PAIN & SORROW. While Kendricks found considerable success as a solo artist, by the late 1970s his popularity was rapidly decreasing. He released 15 studio albums and several singles. The groups other main lead singer,David Ruffin, joined the group later. Three children, Paris, Aika & Paul Kendrick. All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. Eddie Kendricks American singer and songwriter. However, Gordy found out that there was another group that was using the name Elgins. He finished the season with 50 tackles, (33 less from his rookie year), and 4 sacks. He stayed with the Temptations during several personnel changes, but when the Temptations came under the direction of writer-producer Norman Whitfield in the late 1960s, Kendrickss role in the group was reduced. As a sophomore, he garnered six sacks and 132 tackles, and helped lead his defensive unit to a No.1 ranking in the nation. Add to your scrapbook. In 2019, Kendricks was inducted as a solo artist into National Rhythm & Blues Hall of Fame. Kendricks, however, initially decided to stay in the group because he was worried he would not get the support he needed if he left. Cousin of Jamaul Kendrick. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. She was preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Johnnie Kendrick, 1 son, Eddie James Kendrick (who was a member of The Temptations) and 1 grandson, Bob Kendrick. Berry Gordy is a man I dont know, I only met him about three times, he said, but I know he didnt particularly care for me, Kendricks stated that he did not agree with many decisions that were made. In 1955, they set up a doo-wop group called The Cavaliers with Kell Osborne and Jerome Averette. We consider ourselves honored to have had the opportunity to care for her during her time of illness. Search above to list available cemeteries. The memorial features a bronze sculpture of Kendricks by local artist Ron McDowell as well as sculptures of the other Temptations, set into a granite wall. Co-founder of the Motown singing quintet, The Temptations, who sang lead vocals on "The Way You Do The Things You Do" and "Just My Imagination." Eddie Kendricks is a member of Pop Singer Eddie Kendricks Net worth: 5 million Some Eddie Kendricks images About Kendricks was with the group until 1971 before embarking on his solo career. There, Kendrick and Ruffin made plans with fellow former Temptation Dennis Edwards to tour and record as Ruffin/Kendrick/Edwards, Former Leads of The Temptations. The Ruffin/Kendrick/ Edwards project was cut short in 1991 when Kendrick was diagnosed with lung cancer and David Ruffin died of a drug overdose, although Kendrick and Edwards continued to tour for the remainder of 1991. 12001, 43. As well as reaching #18 in the UK, it sold over 1 million copies, and was awarded a gold disc. 17 December 1939 in Union Springs, Alabama; d. 5 October 1992 in Birmingham, Alabama), tenor with the rhythm and blues (R&B) group the Temptations in the 1960s who struck out on a solo career in the 1970s. To The Kendrick may god be with you and your family. In 1989, Kendricks, Ruffin, and their Temptations bandmates were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. Beauty Is Only Skin Deep, 17. The Complete Motown Singles, Volume 12A: 1972(2013), 32. He was born in Union Springs, Alabama and was one of five children of Johnny and Lee Bell Kendrick. cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. MY FAMILY AND I ARE PRAYING WITH YOURS. In 1989, Kendrick, along with the rest of The Temptations, was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. Mrs. Kendrick is survived by her daughter, Patricia Simpson (Herman) and 3 sons Robert Kendrick, Clarence Kendrick (Lois) and Charles Kendrick (Arleita), 19 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, 2 sisters, Tinnie Bell Glaze and Pearlie Bell Hammonds and 1 brother, Porter Harris. 's family members. To the Kendrick Family, our prayers are with you all. His family moved to the Ensley neighborhood of Birmingham, where he met and began singing with his best friend Paul Williams in their church choir in the late 1940s. Luke Bell (January 27, 1990 - August 26, 2022) was an American country musician and singer-songwriter. He was at one point romantically interested in singer Diana Ross. The family wishes to express their appreciation to Omega Hospice and Guiding Light Adult Daycare. Lee Kendrick passed away on June 18, 2012 in Pinson, Alabama. As he grew away from the group, Kendricks began to rekindle his friendship with ex-Temptation David Ruffin, who convinced him to leave. He was born in Union Springs, Alabama and was one of five children of Johnny and Lee Bell Kendrick. He is interred at Elmwood Cemetery, Birmingham, Jefferson County, Alabama. After attending Western-Olin High School in Ensley, Alabama, Eddie was persuaded by his childhood friend Paul Williams to move to Detroit, Michigan. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE FAMILY IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW. In later years, Kendricks stated that one of the reasons for his departure from the group was that his relation with Gordy was not ideal. In 1982, he briefly became part of the group once more for a reunion tour. They even released an album, appropriately titled, Reunion. I Did It All for You22. He also leads on Im Gonna Make You Love Me (1968), a popular duet with Diana Ross and the Supremes, and on the Temptations famous version of the Christmas classic Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer (1968). In a 1991 interview with a Chicago television series called Urban Street, Kendricks said he had actually considered leaving the group as early as 1965, even though that was when the band was finally starting to take off, because of things that werent quite proper. He explained that they were working with people that didnt have their best interests at heart. Kendricks, however, initially decided to stay in the group because he was worried he would not get the support he needed if he left. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/95427461/lee-bell-harris-kendrick. ''MY DEAR FRIEND, MRS LEEBELL KENDRICK WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART, A ''DEEP AND QUIET LOVE'' REMAINS ALWAYS!! A Classic Motown Christmas 201437. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. List of Eddie Kendricks OBITUARY Lee Bell Kendrick October 14, 1920 - June 18, 2012 IN THE CARE OF Johns-Ridout's Mortuary-Elmwood Chapel & Elmwood Cemetery & Mausoleum Arrangements under the direction of Johns-Ridout's Mortuary-Elmwood Chapel, Birmingham, AL. I am A fan Of Eddie and my god be with you all in this time of need.god will all ways have his arm around you all the time, he will nrver will for got you all Gloria monroe Shreveport. Her brothers were all significantly older and one, Eddie Kendricks, became a founding member of The Temptations. In the 2005 off-season, the Steelers, (who went 15-1 in the regular season without Bell), released him from the team. Bell attended Lucy Craft Laney High School in Augusta, Georgia. Kendricks, however, initially decided to stay in the group because he was worried he would not get the support he needed if he left. Ruffin died of an accidental drug overdose in Philadelphia on June 1. I thought you might like to see a memorial for Lee Bell Harris-Kendrick I found on Findagrave.com. The Dignity Memorial brand name is used to identify a network of licensed funeral, cremation and cemetery providers that include affiliates of Service Corporation International, 1929 Allen Parkway, Houston, Texas. Place of Birth: Union Springs, Alabama, United States, Place of Death: Birmingham, Alabama, United States, Children: Parris Kendrick, Aika Kendrick, Paul Kendrick. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. Bell was voted the AP NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year. How To Unsubscribe From Emails and Push Notifications. Eddie Kendricks Pop Singer Birthday December 17, 1939 Birth Sign Sagittarius Birthplace Union Springs, AL DEATH DATE Oct 5, 1992 (age 52) #55534 Most Popular Boost About Co-founder of the Motown singing quintet, The Temptations, who sang lead vocals on "The Way You Do The Things You Do" and "Just My Imagination." Before Fame Lee Bell Kendrick; Siblings. After the disbandment of The Primes, Kendricks and four others established the group The Elgins in 1960. I know that all is well! trends.embed.renderExploreWidget("TIMESERIES", {"comparisonItem":[{"keyword":"Eddie Kendricks","geo":"","time":"today 12-m"}],"category":0,"property":""}, {"exploreQuery":"q=Eddie Kendricks&date=today 12-m","guestPath":"https://trends.google.com:443/trends/embed/"}); He had a successful solo career, with several singles becoming staples in the emerging disco scene, including "Keep on Truckin'," which became a #1 hit. When is Eddie Kendricks In track & field, he was ranked fifth in the state in the shot put as a senior. 2 (2006)13. Johnny Kendrick, Lee Bell Kendrick. According to Otis Williams, Kendricks romantically pursued Diana Ross, lead singer of the Supremes, and he was said to have been close friends with Martha Reeves of the Vandellas. Resend Activation Email. 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The Steelers defeated the Baltimore Ravens 27-10 in the AFC Divisional round at Heinz Field. Between 1971 and 1977, he put out nine studio albums through Motown: All by Myself (1971), People Hold On (1972), a self-titled album (1973), Boogie Down (1974), For You (1974), The Hit Man (1975), Hes a Friend (1975), Goin Up in Smoke (1976), and Slick (1977). The park uses Kendricks family name sans the s, which was added early in his career. In the Temptations, Kendricks was responsible for creating most of the groups vocal arrangements, and also served as wardrobe manager, including the now-famous purple suits the group wore for one performance. He was more popular by his stage name, Eddie Kendricks. Eddie Kendrick and the Temptations by artist Ronald Scott McDowell, Alabama Penny Savings Bank/Pythian Temple Building. The Way You Do the Things You Do24. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. born and died(December 17, 1939 October 5, 1992). Keep on Truckin, 5. Bell started in all 16 games for the Steelers during his 2001 rookie campaign. 19744. Kendrell Alexander Bell (born July 2, 1980) is a former American football linebacker.He played college football at Georgia and was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the second round of the 2001 NFL Draft, where he was named NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year. However, many of his problems with Motown would reoccur. He was an excellent fit for the Steelers defense, notably due to his blitzing abilities. ? Hes a Friend 19762. Kendricks died of lung cancer in Birmingham on October 5, 1992, at age 52. In 2002, Bell was injured in week 1 of the AFCCG rematch versus New England. The groups debut album, Meet the Temptations was released in 1964. Kendricks was allowed to participate in Ruffins funeral services. All by Myself 19717. Sister of Paul Kendrick. What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative? My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. While there, they met Milton Jenkins who became their manager and convinced them to change their name to The Primes and to move on to Detroit. He recorded only 2 tackles before leaving the game once again with an injury. Co-founder of the Motown singing quintet, The Temptations, who sang lead vocals on "The Way You Do The Things You Do" and "Just My Imagination.". They even released an album, appropriately titled, Reunion. As a member of the aforementioned group, he performed with Paul Williams and Otis Williams, also known as 'Big Daddy'. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. Edward James Kendrick was born in Union Springs, Alabama on December 17, 1939, the son of Johnny and Lee Bell Kendrick. Eddie Kendricks was born as Edward James Kendrick on December 17, 1939, and died on October 5, 1992. he was an American singer and songwriter. The Complete Motown Singles, Volume 11B: 1971(2008)33. Eddie had three children altogether, sons Parris and Paul, and daughter, Aika. Your Scrapbook is currently empty. After having surgery in late 1991, Kendricks resumed touring through the summer of 1992. Weve updated the security on the site. Rapper Kendrick Lamar was named by his mother after Kendricks. LOVE YA TRICIA!! He continued to tour through the summer of 1992 when he fell ill again and was hospitalized. . There was an error deleting this problem. Try again later. In 1955, Kendricks, Williams, and friends Kell Osborne and Jerome Averette formed a doo-wop group called The Cavaliers, and began performing around Birmingham. He had three brothers, Charles, Robert, and Clarence, as well as a sister named Patricia. Bite-Size Bits of Local, National, and Global History, Birmingham in Jefferson County, Alabama , Photographed By Tim Carr, March 10, 2008, Eddie James Kendrick, nicknamed "cornbread", was born the eldest of five children to Johnny and Lee Bell Kendrick in Union Springs, Alabama., After attending Western-Olin High School in Ensley, Alabama, Eddie was persuaded by his childhood friend Paul Williams to move to Detroit, Michigan. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. Elmira and I still love you all. The Temptations became wildly popular with both rhythm-and-blues and pop audiences, placing twenty-one singles in the Top Twenty pop charts between 1964 and 1971. Robert, Clarence and Charlie be strong. May the Lord be with you and your entire family. In 1955, they set up a doo-wop group called The Cavaliers with Kell Osborne and Jerome Averette. Find out about Eddie Kendricks birthday activities in timeline view here. To Patricia and Family, my prayers are with you. His favorite food was cornbread, and as a result, he was nicknamed Cornbread (or Corn for short) by his groupmates. He was ordered to pay her $25,000 and make child-support payments for their son. Please try again later. Eddie James Kendrick died October 5, 1992. , His memory will forever be cherished by his children; Aika, Paris and Paul, sister; Patricia Kendrick Simpson, brothers; Charles, Clarence and Robert; his mother, father and the world. Dunbar Hotel Building Urban Impact Office. 's birthday? Kendricks and his former wife, Patricia, were divorced in 1975 in Detroit. Edward James Kendrick was the son of Johnny and Lee Bell Kendrick and had three brothers and asister. The obituary was featured in The . Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love. The singer wasnt heard from much in the 80s, though in 1985, he did participate in the Artists United Against Apartheids Sun City project and recorded Live at the Apollo with Daryl Hall, John Oates, and Temptation partner David Ruffin. You may not upload any more photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 20 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 5 photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 30 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 15 photos to this memorial. Though Whitfield had chief responsibility for writing, Kendricks co-wrote and received credit for several Temptations songs apart from The Girls Alright With Me including Isnt She Pretty (1961) and Dont Send Me Away (1967). He had one sister, Patricia, and three brothers, Charles, Robert, and Clarence. His family moved to the Ensley neighborhood of Birmingham, where he met and began singing with his best friend Paul Williams in their church choir in . In 1961, the members of the group decided to go their separate ways. Please enter your email and password to sign in. Johnny Kendrick (grandparent) Lee Bell Kendrick (grandparent) Parris Kendrick (cousin) Eddie Kendricks (aunt or uncle) Aika Kendrick (cousin) Paul Kendrick (cousin) Trivia (2) Nephew of Eddie Kendricks. The groups debut album, Meet the Temptations was released in 1964. Kendricks was the lead in The Temptations first charted single, (Youre My) Dream Come True. Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. Biography Biography Timeline 1939 We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time. The son of Johnny and Lee Bell Kendrick. Despite his stellar performance, and a late 4th quarter comeback, the Steelers wound up losing the game 24-17. While in Detroit, the duo met Otis Williams of the music group "The Distants". Eddie added an s to Kendrick as a professional name. Kendricks was still living in Alabama in the late 50s when he formed the Primes with Kell Osborne and Temptation-to-be Paul Williams. In 1960, in Detroit, Michigan, Eddie Kendricks and Paul Williams got together with Otis Williams, Elbridge Al Bryant, and Melvin Franklin, previously of Otis Williams & the Distance, to form The Elgins. The Best of Temptations 200242. Who is Eddie Kendricks Kendrickss 1973 proto-disco hitKeep On Truckin reached Number One on the R&B charts, crossed over to pop, and eventually sold an estimated three million copies. He was 52 years old at the time. Try again later. According to Otis Williams, Kendricks romantically pursued Diana Ross, lead singer of the Supremes, and he was said to have been close friends with Martha Reeves of the Vandellas. In 1961, Osbourne moved to California, and the Primes disbanded. Eddie Kendricks was born on December 17, 1939 in Union Springs, Alabama, USA. Johns-Ridout's Mortuary-Elmwood Chapel & Elmwood Cemetery & Mausoleum, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Since I Lost My Baby15. Parents Darleen Woods Eddie Kendricks: Relatives Parris Kendrick (sibling) Johnny Kendrick (grandparent) Lee Bell Kendrick (grandparent) Patricia Kendrick (aunt or uncle) Charles Kendrick (aunt or uncle) Robert Kendrick (aunt or uncle) Clarence Kendrick (aunt or uncle) Jamaul Kendrick (cousin) Aika Kendrick (sibling) This account has been disabled. See also Other Works | Publicity Listings | Official Sites View agent, publicist, legal and company contact details on IMDbPro Getting Started Contributor Zone Contribute to This Page Edit page Eddie James Kendrick died October 5, 1992. Following one final altercation with Williams and Franklin during a run at the Copacabana nightclub in November 1970, Kendricks walked off after the first night and didnt return, and it was mutually decided he would leave the group. Eddie Kendricks was married to a woman named Patricia until 1975 when they divorced. He had one sister, Patricia, and three brothers, Charles, Robert, and Clarence. Family members linked to this person will appear here. Drag images here or select from your computer for Lee Bell Harris-Kendrick memorial. Associated Press NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year Award, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Kendrell_Bell&oldid=1145265906, Players of American football from Augusta, Georgia, National Football League Defensive Rookie of the Year Award winners, Short description is different from Wikidata, NFL player missing current team parameter, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 18 March 2023, at 04:19. Eddie Kendricks had a height of 6 ft 1 in (1.86 m) and he weighed 54kg. Eddie was born circa 1893, in Alabama. He was born in Union Springs, Alabama, about a week beforeChristmasand just as the 1930s were coming to an end. Are you sure that you want to delete this flower? COPYRIGHT (C) 2017 - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED - BLACK THEN Kendricks was the lead in The Temptations' first charted single, (You're My) Dream Come True. In 1955, Kendricks . This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. Many critics consideredJust My Imagination as Kendrickss finest performance with the group. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. As the dance craze seeped through into other cities, Kendricks scored a #1 pop hit in 1973 with the Frank Wilson-produced "Keep on Truckin'", becoming the only member of the Temptations to register a #1 hit in the U.S. as a solo artist. Eddie added an "s" to Kendrick as a professional name. Kendricks sang lead vocal on several of those hits, including the upbeatGet Ready, and sang in harmony with Ruff in on many more. Motown Disco 200529. Eddie Kendrick and the Temptations by artist Ronald Scott McDowell, 3. Learn more about managing a memorial . You have chosen this person to be their own family member. An American singer-songwriter known for his distinctive falsetto singing style, Eddie Kendricks was born in Union Springs, Alabama, U.S. on December 17, 1939, the son of Johnny and Lee Bell Kendrick. Oops, we were unable to send the email. Eddie Kendricks was 52 years when he died. Our thoughts and prayers will continue to be you all. Oops, something didn't work. In 1989, Kendrick, along with the rest of The Temptations, was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Arrangements under the direction of Johns-Ridout's Mortuary-Elmwood Chapel, Birmingham, AL. Learn more about merges. Sorry! To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. The Temptations rapidly became the most effective male vocal group in the 1960s after an original dry period. And when things went sour with The Temptations, he went on to enjoy success as a solo act. There was a problem getting your location. The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Please reset your password. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. View the profiles of people named Lee Bell. Failed to delete flower. Most of his solo albums came out on Motown, although Kendricks recorded for Arista and Atlantic during the late 70s and early 80s. With over 1,900 locations, Dignity Memorial providers proudly serve over 375,000 families a year. There is a problem with your email/password. Eddie Kendricks was born on December 17, 1939 in Union Springs, AL. 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NYSC Members Letter to His Abuja PPA Leaks Online, His English Shocks Many, Twitter users think Elon Musk is into age play and has secret account. You can always change this later in your Account settings. I am a dear fan of Eddie's, may the family cherish the memories and may Mrs. Lee Bell Kendrick Rest In Peace. He released 15 studio albums and several singles. They auditioned for Motown Records in March 1961, impressing the founder of the label, Berry Gordy, who decided to sign the group to the Motown imprint, Miracle. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. Lee Bell Kendrick (born Harris) was born in 1920, at birth place, Alabama, to Eddie Harris. He was a three-sport star in football, basketball, and track & field. my prayers and sympathy are with the family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. 1s 200826. Boogie Down! Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. 's salary? Patricia Kendrick Simpson (born c. 1956) is the principal of Edgewood Elementary School in Homewood . His collaboration with former fellow Temptation member, David Ruffin, resulted in the last studio album for both the artists, Ruffin & Kendrick, which was released through RCA in 1988. An email has been sent to the person who requested the photo informing them that you have fulfilled their request, There is an open photo request for this memorial. He was buried in Elmwood Cemetery, Birmingham, Jefferson County, Alabama. Expand the Memories and Condolences form. Ways to honor LEE KENDRICK's life and legacy. For You 1974, 14. Bell was released following the 2007 season, after which he retired. The four singers also sang a medley of Temptations hits at Live Aid on July 13, 1985. Kendricks was nominated for four Grammy Awards, winning one for "Cloud Nine" with the Temptations in 1969. To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one. In 1961, Osbourne moved to California, and the Primes disbanded. A native of Alabama, Kendricks started singing in his church choir in the 1940s. He left Motown in 1977 and subsequently released Vintage '78 (1978) and Something More (1979) through Arista Records, Love Keys (1981) through Atlantic Records, I've Got My Eyes on You (1983) through Ms. Dixie Records, and Live at the Apollo (1985) through RCA Records. JOHNNYMITCHELL&FAMILY. We love you Trish and our hearts go out to you and your family. Copyright20062023,Somerightsreserved. GREAT NEWS! Intimate Friends10. As a solo artist, Kendricks recorded several hits of his own during the 1970s, including the number-one single Keep On Truckin'.