Dolores Huerta, United Farm Workers Co-Founder, Dies at 96
Dolores Huerta, a co-founder of the United Farm Workers union and an influential labor leader, feminist, and civil rights icon, has died at the age of 96. She passed away at her home in Bakersfield, California.
Duluth Superior, MN, October 28, 2026 —
Dolores Huerta, co-founder of the United Farm Workers union and a prominent labor leader, feminist and civil rights figure, has died at 96, according to the information provided. She died at her home in Bakersfield, California.
The account identifies Huerta as an influential figure in labor and civil rights, but does not provide further details about her life or work. It also does not state when she died, the cause of death, or who confirmed the news. No information was provided about funeral or memorial arrangements.
Huerta’s death marks the loss of a leader associated with the United Farm Workers, the union she co-founded. The summary does not describe the circumstances of the union’s founding, outline Huerta’s specific activities or achievements, or provide details about her role in particular campaigns. Those details are not included here.
The information provided also does not identify surviving relatives or mention any statements from family members, colleagues or organizations. It contains no direct quotations.
Huerta was 96 and died at her home in Bakersfield, California. Further information about the timing and circumstances of her death, as well as arrangements to honor her, was not included in the summary.
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