Queens pioneer and funeral home owner honored with East Elmhurst street co-naming

The first African American female funeral director in Queens history was honored during an East Elmhurst street co-naming event on June 5.

Family and friends of Vera E. Thompson gathered on the corner of 94th Street and Astoria Boulevard, along with members of the community she inspired and supported with her trailblazing service.

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