Birmingham in Jefferson County, Alabama — The American South (East South Central)
Eddie James Kendrick
December 17, 1937 - October 5, 1992
Photographed By Tim Carr, March 10, 2008
1. Eddie James Kendrick Marker
Eddie James Kendrick, nicknamed "cornbread", was born the eldest of five children to Johnny and Lee Bell Kendrick in Union Springs, Alabama.After attending Western-Olin High School in Ensley, Alabama, Eddie was persuaded by his childhood friend Paul Williams to move to Detroit, Michigan. It was there they formed a singing group called "The Primes". While in Detroit, the duo met Otis Williams of the music group "The Distants". The two groups merged forming the legendary "Temptations".
For over a decade, Eddie and the Temptations became known around the world, receiving acclaim in the music industry. After performing his last tour as a solo artist, Eddie became ill and returned home to Birmingham. Eddie James Kendrick died October 5, 1992.
His memory will forever be cherished by his children; Aika, Paris and Paul, sister; Patricia Kendrick Simpson, brothers; Charles, Clarence and Robert; his mother, father and the world.
Erected 1999.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans
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Location. 33° 30.936′ N, 86° 48.636′ W. Marker is in Birmingham, Alabama, in Jefferson County. Marker is at the intersection of 4th Avenue North and 18th Street North, on the left when traveling west on 4th Avenue North. Marker is part of the Eddie Kendrick Memorial Park. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Birmingham AL 35203, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Brock Drugs Building (here, next to this marker); Eddie Kendricks Memorial Park (within shouting distance of this marker); Famous Theatre (within shouting distance of this marker); Alabama Penny Savings Bank/Pythian Temple Building (within shouting distance of this marker); Green Acres Café (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); 4th Avenue District (about 300 feet away); Fourth Avenue Historic District (about 300 feet away); Dunbar Hotel Building Urban Impact Office, (about 300 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Birmingham.
Also see . . . Eddie James Kendirck from Wikipedia. (Submitted on January 21, 2010, by Timothy Carr of Birmingham, Alabama.)
Photographed By Tim Carr, March 10, 2008
2. Eddie Kendrick and the Temptations by artist Ronald Scott McDowell
Photographed By Tim Carr, March 10, 2008
3. Eddie Kendrick Sculpture by Ronald Scott McDowell
Photographed By Tim Carr, February 13, 2010
4. Eddie Kendrick and the Temptations by artist Ronald Scott McDowell
Photographed By Tim Carr, February 13, 2010
5. Eddie James Kendricks Memorial Park
Credits. This page was last revised on November 1, 2019. It was originally submitted on January 21, 2010, by Timothy Carr of Birmingham, Alabama. This page has been viewed 5,404 times since then and 158 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on January 21, 2010, by Timothy Carr of Birmingham, Alabama. 4, 5. submitted on February 14, 2010, by Timothy Carr of Birmingham, Alabama. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.
