Corretta Alexander Simmons Chesapeake, Virginia Obituary

Corretta Alexander Simmons

<p>Corretta Alexander Simmons, 94, went to be with the Lord on May 24, 2023. Corretta was born in Norfolk, Virginia. She was preceded by her beloved husband of 70 years, George Leonard Simmons. She retired from ATandT and was a longtime member of Southside Baptist Church in South Norfolk.</p><p><br></p><p> Left to cherish her memory are her sons, Ernie Simmons (Rita), George "Cotton" Simmons (Andrea), and Harvey Simmons (Debbie); granddaughters, Denise (Chris), Lisa, Ashley, and Courtney (Justin); grandsons, Patrick (Mary) and Tyler (Megan); great-granddaughters, Elaina, Emma, Emerson and Harper; great-grandsons, Grayson, Haiden and Easton; and a host of other family and friends.</p><p><br></p><p>The family will receive friends at Graham Funeral Home, 1112 Kemspville Rd. Chesapeake, on Tuesday, May 30, 2023 from 10-11am. A service to celebrate her life will follow beginning promptly at 11am. There will be a light reception to follow in the reception center prior to burial in Riverside Memorial Park, Norfolk. Please visit www.grahamfuneralhome.com to view the service if unable to attend and leave a condolence to the family.</p>
September 26, 1928 - May 24, 202309/26/192805/24/2023
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Funeral Home Owner
May 26, 2023
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Lynne J Yerby
May 30, 2023
Thoughts and prayers on the loss of your Mom. Your Mom was always the sweetest! Thinking of you all. Just found out, wish I could have made the service. Lynne J. Yerby 🙏🏻
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Nicole Byrd-Phelps
May 30, 2023
Hi, family!

My husband, Charles, & I send our condolences to you. I remember meeting Mrs. Simmons at Alice Woodley's 90th birthday party. She was very nice, & I have just marveled at how well she has carried on with life at such an advanced age. God certainly blessed...
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Cheryl Twine
May 30, 2023
My Deepest Condolences to all of you …. I didn’t know Corretta but I know she was an “Angel” to all that she knew …
Cheryl Twine
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Nicolas Russo
May 30, 2023
Dear Harvey,

Deepest Condolences for the loss of your mother Corretta.
May the comforting Peace of our Lord Jesus Christ touch you and your family.

Nicolas and Rie Russo
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Karen Pearson
May 30, 2023
Harvey,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. I know you will miss her, but your memories will live on. You and Debbie and family are in my prayers. Karen Pearson
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Susan
May 29, 2023
I remember visiting Corretta with my dad Henry and also her and George being at our wedding. She was a gracious lady and I am sure she will truly be missed. Sending hugs and prayers to all. God’s Blessings
Paul and Sue (Alexander) Bares