Priscilla E Simmons, age 68, was welcomed into heaven by the angels to be with her Heavenly Father on Sunday, October 14, 2018, at her residence, surrounded by loved ones. Priscilla was born in Lake City, SC, to the parents of the late Cliff and Irasea Graham Epps. Priscilla was a strong woman of faith with a passionate soul for God. Priscilla, lovingly known as Mother Simmons, was a member of New Trinity Tabernacle COGIC. She leaves her loving memories to be cherished by her loving daughters, Ms. Della Epps of Augusta, GA and Ms. Michelle Simmons of Corryton, TN; five grandchildren, TiQuasia Simmons, Quashawn Simmons and Jaden Essie, Ebony Epps and Richmond Hardge; one great-grandchild, Emani Brown; three sisters, Mrs. Della (Elmond) Brown of Lake City, SC, Mrs. Magalene Rush of Scranton, SC, and Ms. Sandra Gaskins of Virginia Beach, VA; one brother, Mr. Charles (Andie) Epps of Pembroke Pines, FL; one sister-in-law, Ms. Beverly King, Brentwood, Maryland; mother-in-law, Mrs. Dora Dickson of Lake City SC; one brother-in-law, Jerome (Lucine) Dickson of Lake City, SC; and a host of adoring nieces, nephews, other relatives, and dear friends.
Her life will be celebrated at 1 pm on Saturday, October 20, 2018, at New Trinity Tabernacle COGIC, 2615 Washington Ave, Knoxville, Tennessee.