Mary bid this life farewell for a better one at 7:38 am on June 1, 2022 at St. Mary’s Hospital.

Mary leaves to cherish her memory: her husband, Joseph W. Simmons; her only child, Joseph L. English; brother Herman (Judy) English; sisters, Jo Marie English and Margaret English; grand children, Bianca English, Christian English, Mardell English, Joseph L. English Jr, Deont’a English, and Andre English; several great-grand daughters, two nephews, three nieces, a host of great cousins, and numerous friends.

Mary Sue English Simmons was born at Homer G. Phillip’s Hospital on April 3, 1953. Mary received Christ at an early age. She was known as “Sue.”

Mary’s father, mother, youngest sister – Paula Redman, and youngest grand daughter – Jazz-Shee English, preceded her in death.

Mary received her education through the Normandy School District and graduated from North County Tech. She worked for the U.S. Postal Service for 39 years and retired years ago. Mary was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, worked with Joyce Meyer Ministries, and the Urban League for several years.

Mary was a most loving person and was always caring for all of her family and dearest long time friends.

Psalm 23, King James Version

23 The lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.

2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.

3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.

4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

5 Though preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.

6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.