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Doris Simmons Obituary
Pensacola - On the 6th day of September 1931, Doris Louise Johnson was born to Annie Bell Chambers and Colon Chamber. She heard her name called on January 30, 2018, at 8:17 PM and transition in the presence of a beautiful brilliant light and enter into the precious arms of Jesus. She is preceded by her late husband, Frank L. Simmons.
She was a dedicated and faithful member of St. Joseph Catholic Church for most of her entire life. She served her duties when employed in the cafeteria of St. Joseph School. She was involved in many groups at St. Josephs including; the Gospel and Senior Choirs', The KPC Ladies Auxiliary St. Felicitas Court, the Sodality, and Caring & Sharing.
She leaves her precious memories to her sister Barbara Holloway, her son Leo Simmons (Barbara) Watson of Texas and six beautiful daughters Carolyn (Mack) Clark, Tonya Turner, Deborah Simmons, Mercedes (Lawrence) Andrews, Florita Broughton, and Doris A. Simmons all of Pensacola.
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Barbara Holloway
January 28, 2019
My dear sister! You are strongly missed. The grieving has ebbed but there isn't a day that goes by that I don't think of you. We had a wonderful sister friendship, like no other. I love you.
Your baby sister!
Debra Briggs
February 20, 2018
Mother Doris was a sweet and wise woman with a huge heart. She tried to help anyone in need. She offered Godly counsel to every soul that she encountered. She was like a mother to me. The world was blessed to have such a wonderful spirit on earth. Rest in Heaven and we shall meet again! Love and many prayers of peace to the family!
-Debra Briggs AKA Ms. Deb
Shakeria Norris
February 20, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Rest in peace.
John and Annie Williams
February 15, 2018
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
BaBa Broadnax
February 15, 2018
Rest In Peace MaMa Doris. Im going to miss giving you my sugar. Love u
Tracy and Dwayne Stevens
February 14, 2018
You always made me feel like I was part of your family. Your sweet smile and loving heart will be missed here on earth, but will be a great addition to heaven.
Healane Lewis
February 13, 2018
I Healane L Lewis Want to give Memories of A Lady I met Name Mrs Doris Simmons.. In the year of 1995..by her Daughter who Also is Doris Simmons that I work with at City Drugs store in Pen,Fl...I met her Daughter and we became friends at the first of meeting..Our friendship became so strong that we treated each other like sisters and by that been said Doris took me too her Mother home and Introduced me too her father & Mother Iam so glad I was able too be of Part with such a Marvelous family..Mr & Mrs Simmons treated me just as one of their ownjust because their Daughter gave me the love they gave her..love kindness & Respect..so I pray that God keep All of the family as strong if Mother & Father Was still with us..love them & forever missed...
Rosetta Durant
February 13, 2018
I will always remember Mrs. Simmons beautiful smile and encouraging words in KPCLA meetings. She was a wonderful person.
Extending heartfelt sympathy to the Simmons family.
Linda Kimbro
February 13, 2018
I only got to share a few short years with this very special Lady.I met Little Doris and we became Friends quickly, then I had the pleasure of meeting this Lady I called Big Doris. I was only at their home a few times but always treated as their Family. I later met the entire Family who I still hold dear to my heart. It was such a blessing to know this sweet and wonderful Woman. Rest In Peace Big Doris.Everyone that knew you loved you. I am Praying for all of you Love you all
Robert Jordan
February 13, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are extended to the entire Simmons family. Remember that earth has no sorrow that heaven can't heal.
Merecedes Andrews
February 13, 2018
I love you more than anything in this world Mom and I will miss you!
The Bellamy family
February 13, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers go out to each of our family and friends at this time. May you find comfort and strength in God for he cares for you.
Doris Simmons
February 13, 2018
I LOVE YOU MOM JANUARY 30TH CHANGE MY LIFE FOREVER BUT THE LOVE I HAVE FOR YOU WILL LAST AN ETERNITY. KISS EVERYONE FOR US AND WE WILL KEEP YOUR LEGACY ALIVE UNTIL GOD CALLS US HOME. MISSING YOU LIKE CRAZY.
Dr. Laura Dortch Edler
February 13, 2018
We formed a treasured relationship early on during the education of our children that never ended. Although I have many fond memories of your sweet, sweet spirit, the greatest of all is my adoption into your family! You were always there to support me as one of the Chartered members as we worked so close together establishing the Knights of St. Peter Claver, Lady's Auxiliary. My funniest recollection is how we competed to win the award at PTA meeting by standing for the grades of our children; that was fun! Oh, I must also tell you how delicious those roll you and Lee baked and sold every Friday. While I am running out of paper and perhaps must stop writing, you will always hold a special place in my heart! R.I.P
February 13, 2018
Goodbye to a beautiful lady in both word and deed. You made the world a better place, but you planted flowers that will continue to beautify the the earth forever. Rest in Peace Auntie, until we meet again.
Frank and Bernadette Eggleton
debra tart-winston
February 13, 2018
I know you know (I am just repeating it again) your mom was always kind to me and it always made me smile to know she recognized me (and did not confuse me with my sister). It warms me just thinking about her smile, her soft voice and her demeanor. Memories will last a life time. As we know, it is in dying we gain life eternally.
Evaline Jones
February 13, 2018
This wonderful lady will be sorely missed. She always had kind words for everyone. I thought I was special, but come to find out she made everyone feel special. Love and kisses to our angel in heaven.
Mary Holley-Lewis
February 13, 2018
A beautiful flower is blooming in eternal life. Mama Doris Simmons you were a wonderful second "mom" to me. I will cherish the memories we shared. Love and miss you! Mary
Nakea Turner
February 13, 2018
You were my favorite Hello, & my hardest goodbye - I love you grandma always & forever
Shawnea Broughton
February 12, 2018
The Love Grandma Doris has shown will be cared by all who knew her in their hearts and souls. Missing Her Love Always
Sandra Polnitz
February 12, 2018
Momma/Mama Doris,
Belved mother to all she knew without a living mama! I want to thank her for taking myself as well as my sister Brenda as her daughter's. She was truly a blessing to us even before our mother passed away. Mama Doris was an angel right here on earth long before she received her heavenly wings! She was send here only for a while to teach all of us how to be Christians. I will always L❤ve & miss you mama Doris! My heart is broken because I will not be seeing your beautiful face & smile as well as your amazingly wonderful spirit! You have earned your wings, truly & job well done! Lve you!
Veneice Godbolt (Watts)
February 12, 2018
Doris will be truely missed, My prays are with my cousins & rest of the family. Love you all Veneice (Neice)
Arthur Sanders
February 12, 2018
To a beautiful woman who will be missed. She touched our lives in many ways. R.I.H.
Brenda Montgomery
February 12, 2018
Mama Doris, we will forever miss your incredible presence. You've earned your wings so you can now rest in Heavenly peace...love you ❤
DeeDee Green
February 12, 2018
Mrs. Simmons was one of the sweetest women I have ever known. I don't ever remember a time when she wasn't a part of my life. She always had a smile and a kiss. I will truly miss her. I know she had so many old friends and family members waiting at the gates of Heaven when she made her grand entrance. Fly high Mrs Simmons and give my mom a kiss for me.
Frank Broughton
February 12, 2018
2 weeks ago today was a rough day for me. It's still not easy however listning to stories from strangers, family members, and close friends makes it easier. It the stories of how you made each one of us feel as if we were THE special one. Not realizing thay it was you that was THAT ONE.
We love you Frank (aka your "Big baby") and family.
Rhoda Darnes-McCray
February 12, 2018
To know this Beautiful Soul, was to Love Her! Gone, but never forgotten!
Geraldine Wicks
February 12, 2018
Mother Simmons
To one of the most beautiful dedicated Mothers I knew. I will thank God always for the Love and caring heart you had for us all, we all felt like we were apart of your family. Your family has truly been left a legacy of Love. I Love you Mother. To the Simmons family continual blessings to you all . Love one another like never before.
Roberta Ables
February 12, 2018
Such a wonderful beautiful lady. Always treated me like family. God truly received an angel.
Tierra Dale
February 12, 2018
Love and miss you Grandma!!
Cheryl McCray
February 8, 2018
Another angel has brightened heaven. I know that Mrs. Simmons will be missed here on earth but what a joy to know she's in heaven. So sorry for you loss.
Jennifer Williams-Robinson
February 4, 2018
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Florita Broughton
February 4, 2018
Mom I know there is no Greater Love than GOD OUR FATHER LORD JESUS CHRIST and the HOLY SPIRIT!!! But I LOVE YOU TO INFINITY!!!
Florita Broughton
February 4, 2018
"Above the tallest Heaven, Below the lowest street LOVE send No ENDING LOVE to My Mom, My Dad and Bolete." Including All my Sister's, my Bro, All Grandkids, My Auntie Barb, All Family and Friends. LOVE NEVER ENDS!!!
Patricia Campbell
February 4, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God comfort you and give you peace. Amen.
Linda & Bobby Trawick
February 4, 2018
I will see you in our Father's Heavenly home one day. Though I didn't meet you but once, I worked with Florita and I got to know you through her. I cherish Flo, my Sister IN Christ. There are no words to express how much you will be missed by all of your family and friends. You served our Heavenly Father well, during your time here. I know you were greeted by Jesus himself as you entered Heaven. I am so glad to have known you through Flo, all of these years.
Florita Broughton
February 4, 2018
"Above the tallest Heaven, Below the lowest street. Love send no ENDING LOVE!!! To My Mom My Dad and Bolete!!! Along with my Sister's, Bro., All grandkids, Auntie Barb, All our families and friends. LOVE has no "END"
Elaine Holmes
February 3, 2018
Our time together was short, from August 2005 until now February 2018. Yet, we had a friendship that spanned the ages.
You will be sorely missed as Betty and I will always remember our visit to Mother Angelica's.
You have the "better part".
In the open embrace of "Our Savior"
Always,
Elaine Holmes, Pensacola, FL
Barbara Holloway
February 3, 2018
My sister, my giant, I love you so much.
Yes, God did bless you and, yes, God was good to you. Everytime you'd verify your age with me and I said 86, you'd repeat your age with such pride because living to that age was just one of the true blessings you received from our God.
I will miss you as much as I love you. Your baby sister, Bobbie Jean
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