Mildred Smith

Mildred was born on December 15, 1944, in Hollandale, Mississippi, to Eddie and Lilly Lloyd. As an adolescent she moved and was raised on the westside of Chicago, attended Crane High School, and later earned a certificate in Office Assistant from Malcolm X College.
Mildred worked at Leaf Candy Company for several years before dedicating over 30 years of her career to Marshall Field's and Macy's, where she eventually retired.
A devoted woman of faith, Mildred's adult Christian journey began as a member of New Mount Vernon Missionary Baptist Church, Rev. Cleve Minter was the Pastor. Mildred was a dedicated member for over 30 years. She later joined Miracle Center Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor Shelly Harmon. Mildred served in many capacities within the churches, including Superintendent of Sunday School, Sunday School Teacher, Pastor's Aide, Nurses Board, Church Treasurer, and the Courtesy Committee to name a few. Mildred was an active member of Mount Vernon Baptist Church under the leadership of Dr. Johnnie L. Miller, where she served on the Hospitality and Pastoral Care Ministries until her passing. Mildred was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star.
A steadfast prayer warrior, Mildred faithfully participated on the morning prayer line with Miracle Center.
Mildred was a woman of boundless love and warmth, always opening her heart and home to those around her. Mildred had a passion for cooking, and her kitchen was a place where family and friends gathered to share not just meals, but cherished memories. A generous soul, Mildred found joy in helping others, whether through acts of kindness or lending a listening ear. Mildred's love for travel allowed her to explore the world and embrace new experiences with the Birthday Club. Together they traveled to places such as the Bahamas, Jamaica, New York, Dominican Republic, Mexico just to name a few. It was her family and the connections she built that truly brought her the most happiness. She leaves behind a legacy of love, care, and generosity that will continue to aspire all who knew her.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Eddie and Lilly Lloyd; her son, Johnny Dwayne Weeks; her brothers, Ali Shareef (Taheedah), Thomas Lloyd, and Bobby Lloyd; her sister, Ethel Wright (James Wright-preceded in death), and her grandson, William Hodges Jr.
Mildred leaves to cherish her memory, her husband George Lake; her children Janice Weeks-Moses (James Moses – preceded in death), Lolita Johnson, Carmon Weeks-Ruiz (Teodoro), and Dr. Luevinus Muhammad (Yahcolyah); her sister, Minnie McHenry (Lawrence, preceded in death) and brother Willie West (Loretta). Mildred leaves her grandchildren, Nicole Sherrelle Porter (Jermaine), Brian Hodges, Jeremy Hodges (Aurielle), Richia Billups, Terrence Smith, Deonta' Muhammad (Kenyatta), Jazmine Stoudemire (Antonio), Yahmir Muhammad, and SemaJ Darryl Celestine; several great-grandchildren, a host of nieces (including a special niece-Hope Wright), nephews, cousins, relatives, and friends.
Though Mildred is no longer with us in person, her spirit, laughter, and the love she shared will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
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