Daughter of the late Rev. William M. Smith and Nettie Reynolds, Mother Leomia S. Wingate was born on September 9, 1929 in Abbeville, SC. She departed this life on October 28, 2021 at her home in Chesapeake, VA. She graduated from Providence High School in Chesapeake, VA and completed her Associate degree in Nursing. She was married to the late Leander Wingate, Jr. for 63 years.
Mother Wingate was an ordained minister who felt her calling at an early age and faithfully served in many church organizations throughout her lifetime. She was an Evangelist and Elder at Faithway Apostolic Church in Norfolk, VA, and for the past 10 years, a member of Covenant Fellowship Church in Chesapeake, VA.
Mother Wingate leaves to mourn; one son, Rodney Wingate (Marjorie); three daughters, Vanessa Butler (late Lonnie Butler, Jr.), Dr. LaVerne Ellerbe, and Deborah McDaniel; 9 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends. Preceding her in death are her father; mother; two sons (Clyde Wingate, Sr., Frederick Wingate); two grandsons (Lamont White, Gilbert Ellerbe, IV) and 11 siblings.
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Tommy Loo says
November 2, 2021 at 7:22 pmI was saddened to hear that your Mother passed away. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Debra says
November 2, 2021 at 8:08 pmGrandma was one of my superhero’s as a lil baby. She taught me right from wrong and wanted to teach me all kinds of skills. I’ll miss her so much–at the size of the ocean, the earth, and every star in space.
Trice Workman says
November 2, 2021 at 8:20 pmOur sincere condolences go out to the family of Mother Wingate. She was the sister of our late forefather Mr. James Smith. May she rest well, in the care of Our Heavenly Father The Most High. Selah. Mr. and Mrs. Matthew(Patricia Smith) Milam and Family.
Sierra says
November 3, 2021 at 9:21 amI love you grandma. Have a safe trip home.
Alvin & Cheryl Bogue says
November 3, 2021 at 1:51 pmWe send our prayers and condolence to Elder Wingate’s family. This phenomenal woman helped nurture me as a young girl and woman in the faith. As I grew older and got married, she continued to provide me and my family with that spiritual guidance. She will always hold a special place in our hearts.
Brett Smilen says
November 3, 2021 at 1:54 pmI am sorry to hear the news of your mother’s passing. Please accept my deepest sympathy to you and your family.