This article was updated to correct Jenny Laster’s age at the time of her death. Funeral service information was updated as well.
Jenny Laster didn’t believe that building a legacy was about accumulating wealth. For the women, family and other Black people she inspired to get an education and pursue their passion, Laster believed her legacy should be about paving the way for those who will come after her.
Laster died Jan. 11 at the age of 84 after living her life as a role model for others, said family and friends in interviews with The Enquirer. A longtime Bond Hill resident, former English teacher and community leader, Laster prioritized building up the people around her and equipping them with the skills needed to succeed…