Motown fans are mourning the loss of one of the greats following the death of Bertha Barbee McNeal at the age of 82.
fans are mourning the loss of one of the greats following the death of Bertha Barbee McNeal at the age of 82.
‘I never heard any profanity, I never heard her speak ill of anybody, even if she was upset,’ she added. The Motown Museum also addressed McNeal’s death, writing: ‘It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Motown alumnus Ms. Bertha Barbee-McNeal, a founding member of the Motown group The Velvelettes.’‘Bertha’s passion was to inspire young girls, particularly the next generation of female talent,’ they said.‘She was a faithful supporter of the Motown Museum and participated in many museum events including Hitsville Honors in 2019 and the grand opening of Rocket Plaza this past August.