Ellenora Baptiste Simmons Obituary
The passing of Ellenora Baptiste Simmons (New Orleans, Louisiana) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on September 9, 2025 at the age of 76. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Ellenora Baptiste Simmons or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Daniel Baptiste, Sr. and Ellen Vance Baptiste; her son Richard Simmons, Jr.; her brother Daniel Baptiste, Jr.; her sister-in-law Barbara Baptiste; and her great-niece Brianna Hayes.
She is survived by: her brothers, Harrison Baptiste (Regina) and Henry Baptiste; her nieces, Kyneisha Baptiste and Tyiece Baptiste-Howard; her great-nephews, Korbyn Baptiste and Tyvone Howard; and her great-niece Tymyri Howard. She is also survived by extended family and lifelong friends.
Visitation was held on Saturday, September 27th 2025 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at the Boyd Family Funeral Home (5001 Chef Menteur Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70126). A celebration of life was held on Saturday, September 27th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the same location.
