D.C. resident once served as chair of Mayor’s Committee on Persons with Disabilities
Performer had been battling breast cancer for over three decades
‘Generously shared his time, resources and spiritual gifts’
Former National LGBTQ Task Force executive director passed away in New York
Beloved figure supported LGBTQ charities, started iconic high heel race
California native's award winning career spanned nearly thirty years in media
Played key role in effort to repeal ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’
Long-time D.C. resident volunteered with local HIV support group
Specialized in mental health needs of LGBTQ community
Worked as lighting DJ at Town, Nation