*Update, 1/3/2011: The second line from Mimi's has been cancelled and will be rescheduled.  Once I get the date and time, I will post it.  Until then, the money collected through PayPal will be passed on to Morwen for her expenses at this time.

From Ray in Exile, December 20, 2010:

Betty Ann Davis, RIP.

Betts, who was my friend and who was Morwen Madrigal's long-time partner, passed away suddenly last night after a long illness.

This is so very sad.

From Maitri, also on December 20:

Betty Ann Davis, friend and partner of Morwen Madrigal, passed away last night after a long illness. Sweet, quiet Betts, until she got behind a pool cue or shot glass, and then you’d best watch out. Morwen herself has been very ill lately and I worry about the effects Betts’s passing will have on her.

At this time, friend and blogger Morwen needs our help to defray the costs of the funeral and the second line, which will begin at Mimi's in the Marigny on January 5 of the new year, 6 PM.  All donations are in the care of NOLA Slate.  Please head to PayPal and direct your donations for the band at the second line to river.dharma@gmail.com.