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Big Sean Pays Tribute to His Grandmother Who Passed Away [PHOTO]

My grandma passed away a couple days ago. I haven't said anything to anyone because honestly I feel like she's still here. I definitely can feel her consciousness. Im having a hard time accepting her death, but I must acknowledge my grandma's life, a true hero. She was a black female Captain in World War 2 (one of the 1st), got her degree at West Virginia State University, and her Masters degree at U of M. After school she became a police officer in Detroit, which at the time was very rare for women to be officers in Detroit. Then she became a caring teacher and counselor. She was the best grandma anyone could ever ask for. From the Sunday Dinners, home cooked meals, and how special she made us feel on our birthdays by baking us the cakes we loved most. She put her heart and more into anything she was involved in. She gave as much as she could to her family and the world! She completely made something out of nothing. When I was growing up, there were people interviewing my grandma about her life because she's done and seen so many amazing things. She supported me so much in every aspect and part of my life, even when I went against what was becoming traditional in our family, and didn't go to college to pursue music. She made a better life for me and the rest of my family, and I will forever be grateful I got to know and be loved by such an amazing woman! I'm so proud of her. She was truly a treasure to this world and everyone she came in contact with. She's the reason why I'm so passionate about giving back. Her spirit will live through her family. We miss and love u so much Grandma!

A photo posted by BIGSEAN (@bigsean) on Dec 12, 2014 at 4:11pm PST

This Christmas will undoubtedly be a somber one for Big Sean because his beloved grandmother passed away earlier this week.

The Detroit rapper paid tribute to her on his Instagram account to let his fans know.

“My grandma passed away a couple of days ago,” he wrote. “I haven’t said anything to anyone because honestly I feel like she’s still here.”

Sean also added that his grandmother broke a lot of racial barriers in her day, both in the academic world and in the military.

“I’m having a hard time accepting her death, but I must acknowledge my grandma’s life, a true hero,” he writes. “She was a black female captain in World War 2 (one of the 1st), got her degree at West Virginia State University, and her Masters degree at U of M. After school she became a police officer in Detroit. Then she became a caring teacher and counselor.”

The ‘Hall of Fame’ creator then goes on to say that his grandma was a huge supporter of his music career, even though he went against the grain of the family and chose a rap career over being a college student. He also thanked her for caring for the family, cooking Sunday meals, and being a wonderful inspiration.

Big Sean’s fans also offered encouraging words and support as well.

The Boombox want to send our heartfelt condolences to him and his family as well. May she rest in peace.

A few pics of Grandma n our family…

A video posted by BIGSEAN (@bigsean) on Dec 12, 2014 at 5:33pm PST

more memories

A video posted by BIGSEAN (@bigsean) on Dec 12, 2014 at 5:36pm PST

RIP

A video posted by BIGSEAN (@bigsean) on Dec 12, 2014 at 5:38pm PST

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