by Jeff Kowalsky with Jennie Matthew in New York Agence France-Presse DETROIT, United States (AFP)–Aretha Franklin, the music icon, legendary singer and “Queen of Soul” loved by millions whose history-making career spanned six decades, died at her Detroit home on Thursday. She was 76. She influenced generations of female singers with unforgettable hits including “Respect” (1967), “Natural Woman” (1968) and “I Say a Little Prayer” (1968). The multiple Grammy winner cemented her place in US […]