Evangelist Theodosia Clemons

In Loving Memory Of Evangelist Theodosia Clemons departed this life on July 28, 2023 during a family reunion. She was surrounded by many, many loved ones. She was born on September 9, 1952 in Hamilton, Ohio to Ive Franklin, Sr. and Luvinia Franklin. She married her sweetheart, Marvin Edward Clemons and a son, Dion Clemons and a daughter, Melissa S. Lewis was born of this union. At a young age, she decided to join her sister in Detroit, MI. Not long after she secured a job working at 36th District Court, first as a ticket cashier and later promoted to the Law Library working closely with many attorneys and judges. While working at 36th District Court, and raising a family, she attended Wayne State University and graduated with a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice. Though she enjoyed her work as a law clerk, her greatest passion was souls! She loved to counsel souls on salvation and deliverance. Upon entering Church of God in Christ one of her first pastors was Bishop William Rimson, whom she lovingly called "Dad Rimson." It was there I believe she realized another passion: altar work. She was so excited about the saints walking out of the wheelchairs, leaving their canes behind, and experiencing the captive being set free. Around the 1980s, she joined Jones Memorial C.O.G.I.C. under the leadership of Superintendent Howard. She faithfully served doing whatever her hands could find to do. Evangelist Clemons continued serving Jones Memorial C.O.G.I.C. under Superintendent Leon McPherson, Sr. and currently Pastor Archie Burston. At her local church Evangelist Clemons led YWCC, YPWW, she also organized a street ministry "Each One Reach One", and participated in organzing a morning cafe. Though she held an Evangelist position she humbly served as an assistant to her first lady and friend, Missionary Malvina McPherson. Evangelist Clemons would rise in the early hours to aid anyone that requested her help, whether rescuing them from distress or praying. On January 21, 2017, she was appointed as the Elect Lady of the Department of Evangelism under the leadership of Bishop P.A. Brooks. Evangelist Clemons served in this capacity under Superintendent C.G. Charles, Evangelist Willie Springer, and alongside current Superintendent Allen C. Yancey.

Evangelist Theodosia Clemons

September 9, 1952 - July 28, 2023