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Before she died, MaLinda was a college professor and licensed professional counselor. The following statement was issued by 92.1 Praise Houston about the death of MaLinda Sapp:
"It's with our deepest sympathy that we inform you that Pastor Marvin Sapp's wife MaLinda Sapp has passed on today after battling colon cancer. It was confirmed on the Lonnie Williams show today. An official press release has not been issued yet but more details will be coming on the Yolanda Adams Morning show tomorrow morning! Earlier this year, Marvin Sapp was testifying of how his wife, MaLinda, was given a clean bill of health by doctors after being diagnosed with Stage 4 Colon Cancer in 2009. But then, those health concerns resurfaced and Marvin Sapp requested intense, around-the-clock prayer."
Marvin Sapp's song, "Never Would Have Made It" reached number 14 on the Billboard charts for R&B/Hip Hop songs. He recorded with the group "Commissioned" in the 1990s before starting a solo career. Their three children are Marvin II, Mikaila and Madisson.
To protect yourself and loved ones from Colon cancer, it is recommended that African Americans start getting screened at the age of 45. Colon cancer is preventable in many cases, so with early detection, you can fight the disease.
Dr. Boyce Watkins is the founder of the Your Black World Coalition and a Scholarship in Action Resident of the Institute for Black Public Policy. To have Dr. Boyce commentary delivered to your email, please click here.