11/25/2025
The passing of Viola Fletcher marks the end of an era, as she was the last known survivor of the devastating Tulsa Race Massacre. Her life spanned over a century, during which she carried the profound and painful memories of that tragic event.
As the last witness, her departure signifies the transition of firsthand accounts of this historical atrocity into documented history and collective memory.
Her legacy serves as a solemn reminder of the resilience of the human spirit in the face of unspeakable violence. The world now bears the responsibility of ensuring her story and the lessons of the massacre are never forgotten.
