Protagonist and primary breadwinner. Works as a garbage collector and later becomes Pittsburgh's first African-American garbage truck driver. Haunted by a past that includes robbery, killing a man, and being barred from the major leagues by racism. Has an affair with Alberta, who dies in childbirth, leaving behind baby Raynell. His rigid worldview and infidelity cause deep estrangement from his wife Rose and son Cory, culminating in a violent fight and Cory's expulsion. Dies of a heart attack.
Long-term professional partners in the sanitation industry.
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