The Barrett Sisters were a Chicago institution, known for their tight harmonies and joyful performances. She was the last one standing. By Penelope Green Rodessa Barrett Porter, the last living member ...

Rodessa Barrett Porter, a gospel singer whose soaring soprano lifted harmonies with her sisters in a trio that toured the world as emissaries of a musical tradition from the churches of Chicago’s ...

Rodessa Barrett Porter, the last living member of the Barrett Sisters, a Chicago gospel trio renowned for their exuberant operatic sound and thrilling harmonies, died Dec. 16 in Harvey, Illinois. She ...