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this was the first couple to be legally married in California. They blazed the trail for us and for that I am grateful.
SAN FRANCISCO, California (CNN) -- Lesbian activist Del Martin,(left) at the forefront of the battle for same-sex marriage in California, died Wednesday in San Francisco. She was 87.
Phyllis Lyon and Del Martin, founded the nation's first lesbian organization.
1 of 2 Martin's partner of 55 years, Phyllis Lyon, was by her side at the UCSF hospice, the National Center for Lesbian Rights said.
Martin and Lyon, 84, tied the knot June 16 in a ceremony officiated by San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom.
"Ever since I met Del 55 years ago, I could never imagine a day would come when she wouldn't be by my side. I am so lucky to have known her, loved her and been her partner in all things," Lyon said. "I also never imagined there would be a day that we would actually be able to get married.
"I am devastated, but I take some solace in knowing we were able to enjoy the ultimate rite of love and commitment before she passed."
SAN FRANCISCO, California (CNN) -- Lesbian activist Del Martin,(left) at the forefront of the battle for same-sex marriage in California, died Wednesday in San Francisco. She was 87.
Phyllis Lyon and Del Martin, founded the nation's first lesbian organization.
1 of 2 Martin's partner of 55 years, Phyllis Lyon, was by her side at the UCSF hospice, the National Center for Lesbian Rights said.
Martin and Lyon, 84, tied the knot June 16 in a ceremony officiated by San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom.
"Ever since I met Del 55 years ago, I could never imagine a day would come when she wouldn't be by my side. I am so lucky to have known her, loved her and been her partner in all things," Lyon said. "I also never imagined there would be a day that we would actually be able to get married.
"I am devastated, but I take some solace in knowing we were able to enjoy the ultimate rite of love and commitment before she passed."
