Leila Mae Richardson-Simmons

Leola Mae Richardson Simmons, youngest of nine children, was born to the late Bishop Louis and Marlene Freeman, on December 10, 1958 in Baltimore Maryland. She departed this life suddenly on September 29, 2019. Leola received her education in Baltimore City Public Schools. She was married to the late Floyd Richardson until his demise, after which she later remarried. Some of her hobbies were, reading books, the Word of God, bowling,planting, music and dancing just to name a few. You could always know she was in the room because she made her presence known with a greeting of "Hello". Lee was often the name many would call her; she was a very affectionate person. She always open her doors to as many as she could house. She worked various jobs and was good at what she did. Mae Lolo Lee, Mama, Sis are just a few of her many names. She was known for her smile, candidness, giving and unconditional love. Last but not least, "the best cook and chicken frying woman on planet earth." Leola excepted Christ into her life and one of her favorite songs was Run Don't Look Back. When she sang, it made you want to run. She was a member of House of God Church of Deliverance Worship Center under the leadership of Apostle Lorraine Freeman Wells. She was one of the pillars of the church as she accepted the office of Chairman Deacon. Her church family was one of her main concerns. Leola left a legacy for her family to follow. She will be greatly missed. Leola had one son that proceeded her in death (Dominick Richardson). She leaves to cherish her memories eight children; Tridonna Quick (Corey), Tarsha Bryant, Lay-Drea Mattews (troy), Tyrone Bryant, William Holloman, De'Shawn Richardson, Deon Richardson. Two brothers; Melvin Johnson Sr, Milford Johnson. Three sisters Louisa Freeman, Lorraine C. Wells (Charles) and Joeann Mcquairge (Jesse). One uncle; Ralph Johnson (Teresa). Five aunts; Audrey Bolden (Robert), Joan Ratliff (Willie), Constance Ratliff (Charles), and Brenda Johnson. Three sister-in-law; Emma Freeman (Charles), Lorraine Johnson and Sharlene Johnson. Proceeded her in death; Charles Freeman (brother), Elaine Simbly (sister), Louis Freeman Jr. (brother), Mona Freeman (sister) and a special friend La'Tanya Witherspoon (Sister). A close niece; Tamika Freeman (daughter). Two God children; Donna Alexander and Timothy Bewer Jr. and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.

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Leila Mae Richardson-Simmons

December 10, 1958 - September 29, 2019