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Obituary For Derita Simmons

Derita Shante Simmons, 37 of Kernersville, NC passed Friday, June 23, 2023. Public viewing will be held Friday, June 30, 2023 from 1:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at Perry Spencer Funeral Home, Madison, NC. The family will receive friends on Saturday, July 1, 2023 from 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. at Baileytown Christian Church, 1163 Baileytown Church Road, Walnut Cove, NC, with service beginning at 1:30 p.m. Interment will follow in Dry Hollow Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery.

Derita Simmons transitioned from this earth on Friday, June 23, 2023 to her eternal resting place with the Lord.

Derita was born on August 14, 1985 to her loving parents, Mary and John Simmons in Forsyth County, NC. She was the second of two daughters, leaving behind her older sister, Deanita Scales. She was raised in love with her parents, sister and family there to support and care for her. Derita was a member of Rock Hill Baptist Church, where she attended with her mother.

Derita graduated from Carver High School in 2003. She attended Forsyth Technical Community College. She brought her love of communicating and problem solving to her most recent job, as a manager of Wendy's. Since birth, Derita had an outgoing and welcoming spirit, which was shown thought her infectious laugh. She was a true lover of music, taking each moment to dance and sing, bringing joy to those around her. Derita loved children and enjoyed pouring into their lives, being there to lend a helping hand. She was a true lover of family and will be missed by all those she interacted with in her life.

Those who are rejoicing with her in heaven: Sarah and Wilbert Scales (maternal grandparents), Robert Simmons (paternal grandfather) and maternal uncles, James Troy, Daniel Lee and Willie.

Those who will see her again: Mary S. Simmons (mother) of Kernersville, NC, John Simmons (father) of Belews Creek, Deanita Scales (sister) of Winston Salem, NC; 1 nephew, Jayden Scales; Margaret Simmons (paternal grandmother); 5 aunts: Ella Graves, Maxine Lash, Sarah Lowe, Sharon Hairston, Shirley Jones (Dennis); 2 uncles: Nathanel Scales (Josephine) & Walter Scales; 1 goddaughter; Ashana Young; fiance’ Ron Brown and a host of cousins, other relatives and friends.

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Allen Landsperger sent The Peace Lily for Derita Simmons - June 29, 2023

My deepest condolences and prayers for the family during this difficult time.
Respectfully, Allen Landsperger

From the time I met you. You became special to me. No we didn't know each other long. But the time we did, there was never a dull moment. You had such a beautiful spirit. Could turn any situation around. You will truly be missed my baby. I love you. RIH until we meet again beautiful!!!
My condolences to the family. Sending up prayers of peace, comfort and understanding!!
~BNB

To Mary and John Simmons (the Scales Family and the Simmons Family): So sorry to hear of the passing of your daughter, Derita; another member gone from our family. We cannot take away the storms of life, but we can offer you the shelter of prayer through this challenging time. We are praying for comfort in your loss, strength when the days are long and God's faithful love to bring peace to your hearts. You have our deepest sympathy and love. God bless you and your family. The Morehead Family--Mary, Karen and Jamie Morehead

RIP Derita: yiu will be missed: love you

Rip Derita: You will be missed : take your rest love you; prayers going up for you and family

Rip Derita: You will be missed: I enjoyed the time I spent with you at work: love you and take your rest: prayers going up for family and friends

Mary, John, and the Scales/Simmons families; may God wrap you within his arms with love and peace in the passing of your lovely Derita. From the picture, she has the infectious smile of both her parents and I'm sure the personality to match! I am so sorry for your loss; as you grieve the loss, just know that the family has a host of friends and loved ones who are feeling your pain as well. May God continue to bless you all during this difficult time. Class of '68 with love - Ellen Berry-Ellis

Sending my thoughts and prayers to you all. Take your rest Derita🕊️May God continue to comfort and keep you all. Love Brittany Wall

My thoughts and prayers are with you all during your time of loss. You'll be missed dearly Derita 🕊️May God comfort you all.

Mary so sorry to hear about the loss of your daughter. May God bless the entire family. David Summers and Family

S.I.P Rita You will missed. Ma Mary and the entire family Sending Love and light your way. Natasha Dearmon- Thompson

So sorry for your lost. Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. My prayers are with you. Love James Martin (Chunky) and family

Mary I am so sorry prayers for you and your family.
Robin Little

Mary, So very very sorry for your loss. Our heart and thoughts are with you and her whole family. Prayers. Sharon McBride & Garry Newby

Rest Baby Girl love you but God loved you best. I did not see you much we would message each other at times. Praying for comfort and strength for Mary and Nita Jo and Junnie. You just BEAT US THERE. LOVE YOU AMY LOWE the other sister.

Mary and family Sending you all my deepest condolences and prayers Teresa Duggins

My condolences and prayers to Mary, John, Deanita and family. May God comfort and strengthen each of you. Love you all.
Minnie Gilliam & Family

We, the former London High School classmates and schoolmates of Mary Scales Simmons and John Simmons, respectively, extend our deepest, heartfelt sympathy to them and their families in the loss of their beloved daughter, "Rita."
May God wrap you in His unconditional love and give you comfort and peace.
"The Sixty-Niners"