On July 30, 2025, Charlotte A. Simms, born Dec. 31, 1930 in Milford, Conn., was welcomed into the arms of our Lord.
She worked for over 25 years as a paraprofessional in the New Haven public school system. Charlotte was a longtime, faithful member of St. Paul UAME Church where she served as pianist to the Senior Choir, taught Sunday School, and actively participated in the Missionary Auxiliary.
Charlotte found joy in music of all kinds and loved preparing home-cooked meals for her family, especially during the holidays. She was known for her listening ear, her encouraging spirit, and the wise counsel she offered to all who sought it.
She was preceded in this journey by her parents, Earl B. Richards, Sr. and Gladys Richards; husband, Frederick Simms; brother, Earl B. Richards, Jr.; sister, Christine Floyd; daughter, Greta Randall; and son, Robert Randall.
She leaves to cherish her memory brothers, Robert (Donna) Richards, William (Sandy) Richards, Lynwood Richards, and Eugene Richards. She also leaves sons, Richard (Debra), Stephen (Kay), James, and Earl Randall, along with a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren who loved her dearly.
Her beautiful smile will be missed. Charlotte’s legacy of faith, music, and devotion to family and community will continue to live on in the hearts of those she touched.
A celebration of her life will be held Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul UAME Church, 1267 Chapel St, New Haven, CT 06511. Friends may call Thursday at the church from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Interment will be at Beaverdale Memorial Park, New Haven. Services by Howard K. Hill Funeral Services, 1287 Chapel St, New Haven, CT 06511. To leave a message of comfort for the Simms family, please visit www.hkhfuneralservices.com