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Claudie Parrish Obituary
On Monday, May 23, 2011, Claudie Bell Simmons Parrish was called to her eternal home. Mrs. Parrish was born on January 16, 1926 to Thomas H. Simmons and Alice Brundage Simmons in Leesville, LA.
After the death of her parents, the family moved to Newport, FL and later relocated to Tallahassee where she received her education in Leon County Public Schools. Claudie Bell was the tenth of twelve children, all preceded her in death.
She confessed Christ at an early age in the Smokey Hollow community, where she joined St. John African Methodist Episcopal Church under the pastorship of Reverend William Hudson. She served faithfully in the Women of Virtue and Senior Choir at New St. John AME Church until her demise. She volunteered with the American Cancer Society, St. Jude Children's Hospital, The Leukemia Foundation and Tallahassee Senior Citizen Center.
Her husband, Frank Parrish, Sr. preceded her in death in 1986. She leaves to cherish her memories, her sons: William Simmons (Gwendolyn), Capone, VA., Dennis Simmons (Patricia), Jacksonville, FL, Eddie Simmons and Frank Parrish, Jr.; daughters, Linda Diane Madry (Timothy) and Janice Parrish of Tallahassee; sister-in-laws; Mattie Dunlap, Harriette Parrish and Brother-in-laws; Charles J. Parrish (Gwendoth), Bennie Lee Parrish (Nikki), Lee Miller (Janet); 27 grandchildren, 40 great grandchildren, 8 great great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.
The funeral will be held Saturday, June 4, 2011 at 11:00 am, Old West Florida Enrichment Center, 2344 Lake Bradford Road, Tallahassee, FL. and burial will follow at Southside Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Friday, June 3, 2011 at New St. John AME Church, 2505 Holton Street from 6:30 to 7:30pm.
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Memories and Condolences
for Claudie Parrish
Olivia Jefferson-Skinner Family
June 6, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Cassandra Shackelford
June 4, 2011
Linda, my prayers are with you and your during your time of sorrow.
Tony Simmons
June 3, 2011
Grandma, You will always be here with me in my heart and soul..My love for you will never leave and I will always continue to thank God for allowing me to be a part of you and what you stood for "My Angel" on earth..Much Love To Ya!!!..Your Grandson Tony
Jennifer Dotson-Dix
June 3, 2011
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Cynthia & Donald Hudson
June 3, 2011
To my Family:
Words cannot express the sadness we feel in losing one of our pillars. Bell Bell as I affectionately called her was one in a million! Continue to look to the hills from where our strength comes, the Lord. He heals the broken-hearted and binds up their wounds (Psalm 147:3). Love You!
Foxworth Family
June 2, 2011
Sending love and prayer in the time of your loss. We love and miss you. Lots of love from your Tampa family members, Willie Mae, Angie, Dwayne and Corey.
hannah (poo) mcclinton & family
June 2, 2011
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. We're sending you a hug from afar.
hannah(poo) mcclinton
June 2, 2011
you'll always be in our thoughts and prayers
edward & claudia mcfadden
June 2, 2011
Warm Summer Sun
Warm summer sun,
Shine kindly here,
Warm southern wind,
Blow softly here.
Green sod above,
Lie light, lie light.
Good night, dear heart,
Good night, good night.
By Mark Twain (Samuel Langhorne Clemens)
The Poetry Foundation
claudia mcfadden
June 2, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Patricia Simmons
June 2, 2011
Dear Claudie Bell,
The thought of you not being here, has truly sadden my heart. I love you dearly and miss you so much! I thank you for receiving me into your family with so much warmth, love and acceptance. I will always cherish the memories we have, all the laughter and not to mention your good cooking! Your memory will always stay alive in my heart. Love your daughter-in-law.
Zella Gaines
June 2, 2011
To the Simmons-Parrish Family, Our prayers and sympathy are with you all. Claudie Bell will truly be missed. The Johnson Family, Lessie, Jeanette, Zella, Richard Jr., & Melvin
Daisy Dennis
June 2, 2011
To Diane, Janice and the rest of the family sorry to hear about your lost Claudie Bell will be greatly missed he was a wonnderful person. Just keep God first he will work it out for you.
Alisha Crawford
June 2, 2011
The Parrish Family,
I Am So Sorry for Your Loss, You Have My Deepest Sympathy- Alisha & Cedric Crawford
Juanita Jefferson Cook
June 2, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sabrina Britt-Hightower
June 2, 2011
To the Parrish Family our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Sabrina & Family
Carla Adams
June 1, 2011
I have known Mrs. Claudie Bell every since I was in high school. She was always such a dear and loving woman. You will be truly missed "Grandma" but never forgotten. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
June 1, 2011
We are deeply sorry for your loss and just know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. We love you! Rickey & Gwendolyn Carmichael (Jacksonville., FL)
Margaret Bronson
June 1, 2011
I did not have the pleasure to meet Mrs. Parrish, but from what I have heard and read she was a true christian in every way. May her family rejoice at what earth has lost, but heaven has gained.
Dorothy Smith-Bouie
June 1, 2011
I will always remember the warm and friendly smile whenever I saw you. You reminded me so much of my loving Aunt Pansy. I always admired how you took care of your family. Thank you family for sharing her. Luv you Auntie
Claudie Bell!
gilda baker
June 1, 2011
matthew 26 ch 13 vs verily i say unto you wheresoever the gospel shall be preached in the whole world there shall also this that this woman has done be told for amemorial of her she was truly a great lady god bless all of you
Frank Simmons
June 1, 2011
Claudie Bell,
When we lost our mother you carried us through the years as though you gave birth to us. Our love for you is enduring and everlasting. Your kindness towards other is something we will always remember.
P.S. Have my Lima Beans and rice ready when I join you in 50 or years. The big ones.
Dennis Simmons
June 1, 2011
We will Forever Love you Mother and will never forget how much Love you gave to your family and friends. We will continue to spread your Spirit of Love through each one of us. The Simmons Family will continue to carry your Genes of Love and Affection to everyone we meet. . Love Your Son Dennis
Sabrita Thurman-Newby
June 1, 2011
Sit down servant and rest a little while. Your work down here is done and your race has been won. Sit at thy masters feet sit down servant job well done!
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