Shelia Denise Simmons was indeed a virtuous woman. Strong in faith and a woman of God. She was a devoted 50 -year member of New Mt. Calvary Baptist Church. She was loving, kind, and always supportive, a bright light that drew others to her. Strong-willed, fun-loving with an adventurous spirit describes Shelia.
Shelia was born March 01, 1964, to parents Wesley and Verna Simmons who preceded her in death. She was the youngest of four: Roy “Butch” Gaines, Patricia Morris, and Michael Simmons.
She was a proud graduate of the class of 1982 Forest Brook High School After High School, Sheila continued her education at Houston Community College and began her career in retail. While attending school in North Forest Independent School District Sheila met one of her dearest friends Susan West in the 2nd grade. Sheila also made lifelong friendships with Vera Bonby and Warren Howard who she met in High School.
Shelia’s pride and joy were her children, Shaun Levarro Simmons and Shamecia Shante’ Simmons (Mecee.) Forever encouraging and supportive while providing gentle guidance, Shelia poured everything she had into Shaun and Shamecia, and seeing their accomplishments, made her heart happy.
Shelia loved traveling and cruising with her cousin Cindy. Their adventures crossed several countries, states, and cities. She was a fashionista and loved shopping like her maternal grandmother Laura Green.
At the time of her passing, Shelia was the CVS Pharmacy Store Manager for Store# 11278 at 1802 West Mount Houston Road. It was Shelia who consistently led her team to the #1 store status within the district. During her years with CVS, she received numerous accolades, awards, and recognitions for her stellar contributions to CVS. Her team was highly trained, promoted, and served as an example of her work ethic.
Shelia shined her brightest and positively impacted many people with her beautiful smile and spirit.
Shelia was preceded in death by both of her parents Welsey and Verna Simmons, Grandparents Laura and Samuel Green, Uncles: James (Buster) Green, Samuel (Bully) Green Jr., and a Nephew Felix Gaines.
Shelia leaves and cherishes her memory: Children: Shaun Simmons(Joni Covington), and Shamecia Simmons(Jason Long). Siblings: Roy Gaines(Myra), Michael Simmons(Renee), and Patricia Morrison. Nephews: Paul Morris, Roy Gaines Jr, David Morris, Theadis Reagins. Nieces: Sandy, Nicolette Jordan, Jordyan Simmons. Great Nieces: Victoria Hutchinson and Chloe Morris. Great-Great Niece & Nephews: Felix (Junior) Gaines Jr., Amaria Hutchinson, Darren McNeal Jr., Darreon McNeal, and a host of cousins, and friends.
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