Pamela Maxine

Mckissack

Pamela Maxine Simmons Mckissack, the daughter of Phyllis and Major Simmons, departed this life on Thursday, July 10, 2025. Pamela was preceded in death by her mother and father; sister Sharon M. Simmons

Pam was born and raised in Queens, New York, where she attended New York's Public School System. She further her education and became a Registered Nurse (RN). Pam also attended Mary Mount College where she received a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Social Studies.

Pam was employed for many years as a nurse in New York, before she and Carl moved to Chesterfield, Virginia in 1992. After moving to Chesterfield, Virginia, Pam continued to work in her field as a nurse for the Richmond Public School System until she retired in 2011.

On June 26, 1980, Pamela M. Simmons married Carl A. McKissack. You never saw one without the other. Pam affectionately called Carl "Boo Bear" and Carl affectionately called Pam "Boozie." Pam loved to travel. She traveled extensively within the United States as well as abroad. She enjoyed reading cookbooks and novels, watching cooking shows, making doll houses, gardening, watching movies whether it was in the theater or sitting at home with her "Boo Bear." Pam had a great love for cats. Pam and Carl would attend cat shows. Pam's cats were her babies.Pamela is survived by her husband Carl A. Mckissack, bonus son Carl A. McKissack II, uncle's Dr. Joe L. Simmons and George E. Simmons; aunt Gladys S. Williams, and a host of cousins.

Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd., where viewing will be held Thursday, August 21 from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. Graveside services will be held 11 a.m. Friday, August 22 at Maury Cemetery.