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Obituary For Gloria Alice Simms

Gloria Alice Dean Simms, 72 of Richmond, passed away Wednesday April 2, 2020. She was born to Mary Elizabeth Dean and Curtis Dean on May 4, 1947. Gloria attended Maggie Walker High. She worked for Richmond Public Schools as a teacher's assistant and a generalist. She loved serving the Lord watching movies, doing crafts, hanging with friends and shopping. She accepted Jesus as her Lord on Jan. 7, 1977. She was preceded in death by her husband, Herman L Simms. Surviving are four children, Danol Williams, Sean Kerim Williams, LaTangie Fox and Bryant Simms; two brothers, Ronald and Floyd Dean; 11 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; other relatives and friends. The family wishes to thank all of her close friends and family during her last days. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 7 at Forest Lawn Cemetery. Pastor Arthur Coles officiating. 10 persons only.

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I never met Ms. Gloria. However I know her son Bryant who loved her dearly. She must have been a beautiful woman to have raised such a kind and loving young man. I pray that God will strengthen the family during this time. Love, Lisa Reed Atlanta Georgia

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Mrs.Simms was the sweetest most loving person I knew.I will miss seeing you and talking to you. I Love You were the last words we said to each other & I will cherish it forever.I will take care of Bryant as I know his heart will also be empty without you. I send my deepest condolences and sympathy to the family. I pray that God gives you all strength at this difficult time. Love Always, Your Soon To Be Daughter In-law ~Catrina Campbell.

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I never would've thought my visit to you would be my last. Life waits for no one. You were a very charming individual and loved by many. I'm grateful that I personally was able to experience this. I always enjoyed our conversations because you would speak nothing but positivity, and your words motivated me. God felt it was time for you to come home, and Heaven has gained an amazing angel. I'll continue to keep my father, his siblings ,and the family in prayer. Gone, but never forgotten. I love you Grandma Gloria! Love always, your granddaughter Ambria

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Grandma, you were one of the sweetest and most caring individuals to ever walk this Earth. You touched many lives with your love and positivity. There was always laughter and smiles whenever you were in a room. I am thankful and blessed to be able to call you my grandmother...proudly calling you "Grandma Gloria" whenever we communicated! Rest peacefully and continue to watch over me as I go about this rugged journey that we call life. You've earned your wings, but you'll NEVER be forgotten <3 Love Always, Your Grandson DJ

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Mom The day the Lord call you home my world just stop you were my best friend Confidant my go-getter my advisor my punisher he was there with me all the way I could talk to you about anything and I'm gonna miss that but I know you were a piece and you were at home with the Lord and one day I'll be by your side sitting there singing hymns as we did at camp together and praising God and thanking him for his gloryBecause God never makes a mistake I love you now I love you forever I love you forever more until we meet again love your daughter

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You'll never be forgotten. Sleep in peace grandma.. Love, Your granddaughter ~Shanika~

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no words can express my heartfelt sympathy of hearing of my precious sisters passing. God called you home,and take your rest dear sister,till we meet again.May you family take comfort knowing you're in arms of Jesus Christ your Savior.See you later eternal love dear sister in Christ. Renia Bolden.

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Please accept our deepest sympathies on the passing of Miss Gloria. She is a dear friend, sweet person and devoted child of God. I thank God for enriching my life with her friendship. Love always, Ms. Leola Love Johnson and family.

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To the family of our dear sister Gloria Simms, we cherish the years that God has shared her with us. The years of knowing her as a; sincere loving wife to her husband, dear and caring mother to her children, kind and precious sister to her brothers, sweet and sacrificial grandmother to her grand and great grandchildren. Gloria was a woman of God who loved to share the good news of Jesus Christ with her family, friends and anyone that she met. We will miss her greatly as a friend and sister. John 1:12; Psalm 116:15. Sincerely, Floyd and Cherita Dean

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With heart felt sympathy, on the passing of Mrs. Gloria Simms...thank you for always being so welcoming and for sharing the love of God with myself as well as your grandchildren, Danol, Jr. and Ambria...your kind spirit and humor will certainly be treasured. Prayers of comfort are extended to my husband, Danol, Sr., Sean, LaTangie, Brian & the family. With Love, Always Your Daughter In-Law, Pamela Hawk-Williams

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