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Lillie M. Cummings

September 24, 1927 - January 7, 2021
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Calhoun Funeral Home Lake Shore Blvd.
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Tuesday 1/19, 3:00 pm - 8:00 am

Tuesday, January 19, 2021 from 3-8p.m. at THE CALHOUN FUNERAL HOME 17010 Lakeshore Blvd. Cleveland OH, 44110.

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17010 Lake Shore Blvd.
Cleveland, OH 44110
216-738-0300 | Map
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Wednesday, January 20, 2021 Wake: 9:30a.m. Service: 10:00a.m. at THE CALHOUN FUNERAL HOME 17010 Lakeshore Blvd. Cleveland OH, 44110.

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Lille M. Cummings, age 93, went home to be with the Lord on January 7, 2021.  Lillie is survived by her children, Margaret Buckhalter, Toni Wright, and Deborah Cummings-Maddox(John); grandchildren, Marcus James, Petrie James, Damentia Wright, Debaniece Maddox, and LeJearl Gillespi; great-grandchildren, DeMarje, DeShauni, Desmynn, DeVyne, Shauniece, Joshua, Jaiden, TiAndra, De’Rion, Deyvohn, Xiante, and Khia;Continue Reading

Deborah Maddox left a message on September 24, 2024:
Happy Heavenly birthday momma. I miss 😢 and .ove ❤ you. Continue to rest in peace. Your baby girl!
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Deborah Maddox left a message on September 24, 2024:
Happy Heavenly birthday momma. I miss 😢 you so much. I love ❤ you Ray Ray.
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DeMarjé Hogan left a message on May 8, 2024:
In memory of Lillie M. Cummings, DeMarjé Hogan lit a candle
DeMarjé Hogan left a message on May 8, 2024:
Hey Granny, Those who say grieving is like a roller coaster couldn't be more true. I think about you every day in everything that I do. Being the young man that I am now, lord knows I wish we could have more talks on the porch like we used to. I'm furthering my education like we discussed, because you always said no one can ever take your education from you. I'm a week away from obtaining my master's degree. I hope to continue to make you proud. Your words of being a good one stick with me every day, even if that means being a pooper scooper haha. Your great-grandson continues to do things to make himself proud, be the man you wanted him to be, and be helpful to others. I wish I could hug you. Love you, granny!
Shauni left a message on February 12, 2024:
Granny I will always miss you were very you are I'll never forget you love you always your baby girl.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
shaunied left a message on February 12, 2024:
In memory of Lillie M. Cummings, shaunied lit a candle
Deborah Maddox left a message on December 20, 2023:
I love and miss you so much. Your great grandson Joshua ?
Deborah Maddox left a message on October 26, 2023:
Ray Ray I'm sitting here in our favorite room, the kitchen, drinking coffee at 1 a.m missing you. Ma I hide my tears when I say your name, but the pain in my heart ❤ is still the same. Although I smile & seem carefree, there is no one who misses you more than me.. I wish I could hug and still a kiss from you one more time. Continue to rest. Your Baby Girl
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Deborah Maddox left a message on May 14, 2023:
Well momma it's mother's day and I'm sitting here wishing you were sitting across from me listening to our gospel songs. My heart is so heavy because I wasn't ready for you to go, but God had other plans for all of us. Moochie and the kids are doing well. You wou.d be proud of them. Ray Ray happy heavenly mother's day. I love and miss you so much.
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Deborah Maddox left a message on January 7, 2023:
Momma it's been 2yrs today when you went home. I know you're happy because you're with everyone you've been asking about. I've never imagined my life without you. Ray Ray I miss hearing your laughter and your hugs. I walk through the house and I see you everywhere. I pray that God gives me the strength to continue living, I love you and miss you with all my heart. Your road dog your baby girl Debbie
Deborah Maddox left a message on April 3, 2022:
Ray Ray it's been 16 months since I held you in my arms. I'm in the kitchen making Sunday dinner and drinking coffee out of your cup. Ma I'm trying so hard not to give up but I'm so lost without you. I ask God to help me through this pain and to give me strength but every where I look I see you or hear you. I love and miss you. Your Baby Girl
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Deborah Maddox left a message on September 24, 2021:
Happy Heavenly birthday Ray Ray. Im trying real hard to stay strong but it hurts so much not being able to hug you and kiss you. I know God has you and you're watching over us. I love you with all my heart. Your baby ?
Judge Eileen A. Gallagher left a message on February 4, 2021:
Debbie, my heart breaks for you. You were a wonderful and loving daughter. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Judge Eileen A. Gallagher
Judy Crosby left a message on January 20, 2021:
Bless the Cummings family and all of those who loved Mrs. Cummings may you rest in peace and in Gods loving hands. Judy A Crosby
Lee Williams (Lee Lee) left a message on January 20, 2021:
Thank you for sharing her with us. She always made us feel like family and she treated us like family even when we did wrong - Mom made it known - and we loved her for that. She will be deeply missed but always celebrated.
Ida Hamilton left a message on January 20, 2021:
Such a beautiful spirit has ascended home to be with the Lord. I honor you Mama Lil in death as in life with warm Love. Sail on Soldier of the King. Rest in heavenly peace. Love Ida
Renata Lane left a message on January 20, 2021:
My deepest condolences for your loss.
DeMarje' Hogan left a message on January 20, 2021:
Granny I love you and will miss you forever. It's. been such a blessing to have you in my life and provide me with so much knowledge and winsome. I can still feel you kissing my cheek till this day and hear your laugh. You always told me no matter what to always be a great one(even if it was a pooper scooper). Your great-grandson is doing just that and I think about those words very often. I love you Granny and miss you so very much.
Debaniece Maddox left a message on January 19, 2021:
Granny words can not say how much I love you and will miss you. I was so blessed to have had a wonderful 35yrs with you. I will miss hearing your voice, your hugs and your laugh. Most of all I will miss doing your hair and us laughing together. You will always be in my heart and my children heart. Until we meet again. Love you always granny(Moochie)❤️??
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Kenneth Dorman left a message on January 19, 2021:
To the family my heart and prayers are with you may God bless and strengthen you through this time. Love Ken Dorman
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Marcy Brown left a message on January 19, 2021:
You all have my Deepest Sympathy in the loss of Aunt Lillie, however, God promised her 70 years, and he gave her 23 extra years. Cherish the memories and just know that God has no sorrow he can not heal. Love You ALL FAMILY...Marcy Brown, Southfield MI...
Damentia Bethune left a message on January 19, 2021:
Lillie's father was Bradley Hooper and her mother was Hattie May Townsend. Damentia's last name is Bethune and her husband is James Bethune Sr. May all those who loved Mrs. Cummings (Momma, Ms. Lillie, Lil, Granny, Grandma Lil, the original Betty Boop and so much more) be comforted by memories you had to opportunity to create with such an amazing woman, sister, aunt, mother, GRANDMOTHER and friend. This is a journey we all shall take. Show your family the courtesy of having your affairs in order so they can grieve without haste. As my grandmother would say; give your flowers while your loved one's are living so you not the one flipping over or jumping in the casket. I lost my best friend but gained an angel. I could NEVER thank you enough or repay you for the guidance, love and care you invested in me. From the day I was placed in your arms (5/9/1980) to the day you were ripped out of mine (11/17/2017) we were inseparable. Tears I shed are from memories not sadness because I KNOW your life was long and lived full. This is a day of GLORY not regret as you were ready to meet our savior. You were perfect to me and that is how you will forever remain in my heart. I love you then, now, forever and always. -Your Roadrunner, Dee (I hope I made you proud. Oh, and James is bad Antwaine brother you would have cracked up)
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Tina Renee Rice left a message on January 19, 2021:
To my other Mommy, THANKS for loving me unconditionally. You are the epitome of a strong Black women that has always been their for her family, friends and the community. Now it's time for you to rest in heaven our beloved ANGEL, job well done, Love Beanie...
Deborah Maddox left a message on January 18, 2021:
Momma, today and tomorrow, my whole life through, I will always love and cherish you. I'm so lost and hurt. I love you Ray Ray. Your Baby Girl
Valerie Benson left a message on January 18, 2021:
So many fond memories of this wonderful lady! How many days did I spend at her home while growing up. She always treated me as family, and supported me with her unconditional love. She will always hold a special place in my heart. My heartfelt condolences to the family. Babbie
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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