Shebra Denise Simms

We attended Chamberlain Vocational High School and graduated in 1971. She was a cheerleader and an outgoing person.

Gil you have my condolence I know you will miss her but God had other plans so she is in better hands.Take care and you will be ok. Margaret Wilson (4Th Street)

Shebra, I woke up thinking about you this morning not that I don't think of you everyday. I often ask myself why did you leave me, why did you have to go so soon then I said that God needed another beautiful, smart, intelligent angel to help him out. I love you to the most high and will miss you tremendously. Rest in Eternal Peace sister until we see each other again. I love you Shebra so much.
#duchess #goddess

My sincere sympathy and prayers to the family of Shebra and her fiance Gil. I'm so glad to have known her for she was a dear friend, and we had a lot of great times together. She is definitely going to be missed and she was greatly loved. Celebrating a life well lived. I will cherish the memories forever.

My deepest sympathy to Shebra's family. I am an old friend from the neighborhood.

My heart felt condolences to Shebra's family. She was always kind and embracing to me. May she have an easy entrance into our Father's Kingdom.

To the Family of Shebra Simms:I love singing in the choir at Nineteenth Street Baptist Church and will miss looking out into the congregation to see Shebra Simms on her feet, worshiping God and singing along with us. She would have her hands in the air and a big smile on her face. That is how I will always remember her. Thank you for sharing her with us.

To Shebra's sisters and Gil,
Shebra's smile and infectious laugh and spirit was always a high point when we made trips to D.C. Our prayer to God is that you move swiftly from the night of weeping to the morning of joy! God bless you all.

Brenda Thornton and
Rev. Dr. Robert B. Jackson
Historic Second B.C. New Orleans and
Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans

Shebra was one of my dearest and oldest friends since my arrival to DC in 1977. Shebra was beautiful inside and out as demonstrated by her eternal big bright smile. Shebra loved going to and giving parties, except New Year's Eve when she would always be in church. Shebra was fashionable to say the least to the point of never even owning a pair of jeans until she was in her 40s. She was unique down to her name, as she always clarified, it's SHEBRA, not Sheba. I love you and I miss you.

May her soul rest in Peace she was a beautiful person. Adele Smith and Family

May your ride home to glory be fantastic. My deepest and heartfelt condolences to the sisters and to ]Gil Coldwell, REMEMBER, that JESUS said I AM the RESURRECTION AND THE LIFE THOSE WHO BELIEVE IN ME WILL HAVE LIFE EVEN IF THEY DIE. EVERYONE WHO BELIEVES IN ME WILL NEVER DIE. ENJOY YOUR CROWN AND WHITE ROBE IN GLORY, WHILE YOU TELL JESUS HOW YOU MADE IT IN. REST IN PEACE. WELL DUNE MY GOOD AND FAITHFUL FRIEND WELL DONE. THE DANCE FLOOR WON'T
BE THE SAME THE SAME WITHOUT YOU..So I must say not GOODBYE but I WILL SEE YOU LATER. RIP.

Blessed are those who Mourn:for they shall be comforted, I've known Shebra for over 25 years, and she has made a everlasting compact on my life that will stay with me forever, NO ONE AND I MEAN NO ONE COULD light up a room like that big smile of her, no matter what was going on she could truly make anyone fill like everything is going to be OK, just by walking into the room, Gill like many of us will hold on to all the great time we all SHARED with her, so Rest in peace my sweet and kind Sister and I love you with all my heart and soul

My sincere sympathy and prayers to the family of Shebra. "It was a joy to know her and she lived life to the fullest." I will miss her beautiful smile and her big heart for others. "Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted." Matthew 5:4

Peace & Blessings my sister from another mother....

What can I say about my friend Shebra Simms? That she was and will forever be one of my oldest and dearest friends from the day I started working at H.U.D. back in 1977? That she ALWAYS had the most beautiful wide smile on her face? That she always enjoyed life to its fullest? That she was the person who introduced me to the man that I loved until the day he died? That, though she loved to throw big parties, she was ALWAYS in church on New Year's Eve? That she loved high fashion and wore it well? That her family ALWAYS came first. That's just a small portion of what I remember about my good friend Shebra. Remember ShebRa, not Sheba.

To Shebra's Sisters and Gil, My prayers and condolences to you all, in the passing of Shebra. I am really going to miss my very special friend, but I know that we all will see her again one day. May God lift her Family and Gil in prayer now and forever. I Love You All and I am here for you always.

To Shebra's Sisters and Gil,

The Waters Family extends their condolences in the passing of you love one and our Special friend Shebra. May God Rest her precious soul and place this beautiful Rose in his garden of everlasting peace.
For it is written (Psalm 73:26) My body and mind may waste away, but God remains the foundation of my life and my inheritance forever.
We are going to miss our Classy and Wonderful Angel-Friend.

Now you lie in God's arms to spend your eternal life in heaven. You are one of his most beautiful angels. Peace be with you and your family. With love, John and Jackie (Mills) Daniels

Shebra

YOu were always the connector; the person that knew where it was, when it was and that we were invited. Enjoyed our late night chats about life. You will be missed and you were dearly loved

Sandy Lawson

I am so very sorry for the loss of your loved one. Be assured that God feels your pain because he loves and cares for you. May you trust in God at all times and pour out your heart before him. God is a refuge for you. He will hear your cry for help and give you comfort. (Psalms 61:1). Your family and friends have my deepest condolences.

We wish to extend our condolences to the family. Losing a love one in death can bring much grief. So may the God of comfort and hope comfort your hearts and make you firm(2 Thessalonians 2:16,17.

I Love you aunt Shebra and will miss you 4eva, Im glad God called you home because I didnt want you to suffer anymore, rest peacefully aunt Shebra and continue to watch over the family like you always did.#redskins4lfe

I wish to extend my sincere condolences to th Simms family. May Almighty God give your family the power beyond what is normal to continue on during this time f sadness. 2 Corinthians 4:7

My deepest condolences to the family!

I was sadden to hear about the passing of my neighbor and friend, Shebra Simms. Please accept my most heartfelt sympathy for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with Shebra's family and her fiancé, Gil Colwell. Wishing you peace to bring comfort and courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.

My prayers are with you and family. Love always..
Jeanette king

Rest in Peace Shebra. You have fought a good fight and we will never forget you.

may god be with you !!!!!!!! larry a. marlin

The Staff of Stewart Funeral Home extend our deepest condolences to you and your family on the passing of your loved one. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy for your loss. May our thoughts and prayers provide comfort for your family during this difficult time.

Rest in Heaven Shebra! I did not have the pleasure of meeting Shebra, but I prayed a lot for her. Now I will pray for God's peace that surpassed all understanding to cover the family. May they find comfort in knowing that they will see her again.

May God bless you and your family.

I'm deeply sadden to hear about the passing of my friend and neighbor, Shebra Simms. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and Gil during this difficult time. Wishing you peace to bring comfort and courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.

My prayer to God for Gil & the family:
May the peace of God that surpasses all understanding strengthen and keep you.

Myrna "Miki" Higgins
La'Shea's sister

Words are not enough to express how deeply missed you will be in our hearts.I thank God for your life, friendship & love.

God's grace gave Shebra a wonderful life, God's order afforded me the opportunity to meet her because of my brother-in-law, Charles Hall. She was always smiling, welcoming, and so inclusive. I light this candle for Shebra because another star light has enteted the heavens. May God make his face to shine upon Gill, Shebra's sisters, other family members and friends, and give you peace

Peace be with you my friend I will miss you