But Mr. Floyd, 46, was more than the nearly nine-minute graphic video of his death. He was the first of his siblings to go to college, and he did so on an athletic scholarship. Life in the BricksMr. Floyd was born in Fayetteville, N.C., to George Perry and Larcenia Floyd. Mr. Floyd’s mother — who was known as Cissy — was among the leaders of Cuney Homes and an active member of the resident council. She raised her own children and, at times, some of her grandchildren and some of her neighbors’ children, too.

Source: New York Times June 09, 2020 06:56 UTC