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Idabelle Simmons Obituary

A Homegoing service for Idabelle Marie Simmons, mother to Zoleta B. Smith, sister to Audrey Tucker (USA), Marguerite Leavitt (USA) and Oliver Simmons, in her 92nd year, formerly of Harrington Hundreds, Smith's, will be held at Vernon Temple A.M.E. Church, Southampton, on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at 11.00 a.m. Visitation will be held at Augustus Funeral Home TODAY Friday, April 11, 2025, from 6.30 pm to 8pm and at Vernon Temple A.ME. Church from 10.00 a.m. to 10.55 am on Saturday, April 12, 2025.Interment will follow at St. Anne's Church Cemetery, Church Road, Southampton.Lovingly survived by grand daughter: Kiera Smith; great-grandson: Addis Smith; sister-in-law: Phyllis Simmons; nieces: Elsa Rucker (USA), Alona Dandridge, Brenda Rasheed, Sandra Everheart (USA), Kimberly Campbell, Marie Nimrod, Karen Lawrence (USA) and their families; nephews: Clinton, Delbert, Ondray (USA), Antonio (USA), Blaire and Jamel Simmons, Todd (USA) and Charles (USA) Lawrence and their families; great-niece: Sydney Tavares; great-nephew: Sidkai Tavares, Shawn C. Simmons; cousins: Zuill, Wade, Simmons, Lambert, Outerbridge and their families; numerous other relatives and friends. Idabelle was predeceased by her parents Lucetta and Capt. Cecil Simmons, her granddaughter Shellée Smith, nieces: Lynn Simmons, Rochelle Simmons, Sonya Tavares; great nephew: Justin Simmons, goddaughter: Princess Coleman-Walker (USA) and numerous other relatives and friends. Colours may be worn, especially green. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Vernon Temple AME Church HSBC Account Number 002-064764-001 or Bank of N.T. Butterfield Account Number 2005 0060 3566 80200. The service can be seen on TNN Bermuda News As It Happens Facebook Page. Augustus Funeral Home and Cremation Service(www.augustusfuneralhome.com)AUGUSTUS FUNERAL HOME REGRETS TO ANNOUNCE THE PASSING OF Idabelle Marie Simmons
Published by The Gaffney Ledger from Apr. 7 to Apr. 11, 2025.

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Rodlyn & Courtney Trott

April 11, 2025

Zoleta, Keira, and Addis,

Our deepest sympathy to you as you mourn the loss of your beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

May God grant you peace and comfort during this time. As the days and weeks pass, may you be comforted by the wonderful memories of joyful times spent together.

Sleep in Heavenly Peace, Aunt Idabelle!

Racqual Wainwright

April 11, 2025

Condolences, Zoleta, Keira and family! May God grant you peace during this time.

Brenda White

April 11, 2025

Zoleta. Kiera, Addis and the entire family of Mother Idabelle be comforted in the memories of happier times spent together. May she SIHP.

Lorne and Rochelle Bean

April 10, 2025

Dear Zoleta & Family,
We offer our condolences to you and pray for solace as you celebrate your Mom's life.

Betty, Curtis, and Lincoln Raynor

April 10, 2025

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.

Rev Amanda Kelley

April 10, 2025

Zoleta,

Sincere condolences to you during this season of transition.
May God strengthen and guide you, and may His presence fill you with peace.
Hold on to the cherished memories.

Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning.
- Psalm 30:5

Gary & Marion Weller

April 10, 2025

Zoleta,
So sorry for the loss of your mom. Deepest condolences to you. May God bless and comfort you at this difficult time! May she rest in peace!
Love from,
Gary & Marion Weller

Nelda Bean

April 10, 2025

Zoleta my deepest condolences to you at the passing of your mom. May she rest in peace.

Peace & Blessings

Denise and Gordon Pearman

April 9, 2025

Zoleta, our condolences to you and your family. God bless everyone during this difficult time and May your Mom Rest in Peace.

Glenda Gibson

April 9, 2025

My sincere condolences to you Zoleta and family. You are in my prayers.

Renay Arorash & family

April 9, 2025

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Y Johanne Talbot (friend Zolita)

April 7, 2025

Deepest condolences Zolita and family. Sad to hear of your mom's passing.

Harry Bean sr

April 7, 2025

Zoleta, Sorry to hear of your mom's transition, please know you have my deepest condolences.
May God continue to wrap His loving arms around you and family at this difficult time.

Douglas Family Cherry Dale Knapton Hill Smith´s

April 7, 2025

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Zina Simons

April 7, 2025

Hi Zoleta, I am so sorry to learn of your mom's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

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D.H. Augustus & Sons Funeral Home

5 Elliott Street, Hamilton HM 10

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10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.

Vernon Temple A.ME. Church

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Vernon Temple A.M.E. Church

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