8 Black Celebrities Who Died From AIDS

Lonnie Pitchford was a Blues musician from Lexington, Miss. A protégé of blues guitarist, Robert Lockwood Jr., Pitchford released his debut album All Round Man in 1994. Skilled in electic and acoustic guitar, the piano, double bass, and harmonica, Leixgton died from AIDS in 1994, one month after his 43rd birthday. His headstone was paid for by musician, John Fogerty. 

For the complete list, please click here.