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Leola Edmonds Obituary
Leola Y. Edmonds, 77, transitioned peacefully on Saturday, February 7, 2015. She was born on July 11, 1937 in Stamford, Connecticut, daughter of the late Scott and Anna Mallory Edmonds. Leola graduated from Howard University and was the Director of Fashion for the Board of Education New Haven, Connecticut until retirement. Those remaining to cherish her memory include her brother; Charles James Edmonds "Jimmy" of Chicago, Illinois, a godson; Gene Davis, loving caretakers; Fred and Elaine Edmonds of Pomona, NY and Emma Davis of Stamford, CT and many devoted cousins, other relatives and friends. Visitation will take place on Thursday, February 12, 2015 from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM followed by a service of celebration at 7:00 PM at Bethel AME Church, 150 Fairfield Ave., Stamford, CT with Rev. LeRoy Ladson, Jr. officiating. Interment will take place on Friday, February 13, 2015 at 11:00 AM at St. John's Cemetery, Darien, CT. Services entrusted to Downer Funeral Home.
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Marsha Reaves-Feggins
February 16, 2015
Jimmy so sorry to hear about the loss of Ms. Leola. She was so pleasant and always had smile on her face.
E. Dewarner Dunston-Crawford
February 13, 2015
To the family,
May you find comfort in the memories of you time shared with Leola.
God bless and keep you,
Dawn Solomon
February 12, 2015
To the family of Leola Edmonds,
Prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Debbie Hoyt
February 12, 2015
I am sorry to hear about the loss of Ms Edmonds. I shared many laughs with her as my instructor at Wright Tech. She put up with me and never had a harsh word. I will always remember her and to this day still remain sewing and have my same machine from school! I think Ms Edmonds would get a laugh out of that with how much I protested. Now she is with God and truly is an Angel.
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Joyce & Curtis Grasty
February 10, 2015
To Jimmy & Extended Family Members- Our sincere condolences to all of you; we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Leola fought a long, hard fight, suffered unbearable pain but never complained. She was the strongest person we have ever known and we loved and admired her so much. We will always remember Leola for her sweet, generous nature and the many acts of kindness she extended to us through the years. " RIP Leola, we will miss you so much."
February 10, 2015
Iam so sorry to hear about the Lost of Leola, my high school
friend, we send our condolences and pray God's strength to the family. Love Gwendolyn Brown-Jordan and Beverly Brown-Johnson
Cheryl Sanford
February 10, 2015
Rest in Paradise Leola Edmonds one of the best instructors I had the honor of working with at J.M. Wright RVTS so many years ago. You will be missed but not forgotten.
Virginia Benemio
February 10, 2015
Dear Jimmy,
We are so very sorry in hearing of Leola's passing. Leola was a dear and beloved neighbor, and we will miss her terribly. If there is anything our family can do for you, please let us know. All our love - The Benemio Family
Theresa Bailey Garner
February 10, 2015
To Jimmy and Family, so sorry to hear of Leola's passing. May she Rest In Peace.
BERTHA BAROSKY
February 10, 2015
SINCERE SYMPATHY TO LEOLA'S SURVIVORS. WE WORKED TOGETHER YEARS AGO IN GREENWICH, CT. MAY SHE REST IN PEACE. FORTUNATE TO HAVE SEEN HER RECENTLY AND RENEWED OUR FRIENDSHIP.
Addie Moody
February 10, 2015
To Jimmy and family, it saddens me to hear of Leola's passing. She was one of the sweetest person l have ever met. Always pleasant and thoughtful of others. A faithful choir member with a beautiful soprano voice. I know she will be missed by many. God has called home a faithful servant. RlP my friend.
Myra Velez
February 10, 2015
Ms. Edmonds was my instructor at J.M. Wright Tech and I remember her fondly as a caring, patient and devoted teacher. She was instrumental in shaping the lives of many. My sincerest condolences to the family, may you find comfort in the many precious memories you've shared.
Adelaide Solomon-Jordan
February 10, 2015
Condolences on the passing of Leola. May she rest in peace.
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