(L.A.) Cathie Ray-Payne, 69, Died From Natural Causes

Case Number: 2026-00232

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 69-year-old Black female.

The coroner’s office has identified the woman as Cathie Ray-Payne.

Manner of Death: Natural

Cause of Death: Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease

RIP CATHIE RAY-PAYNE ( January 5, 2026)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Monday.