William A. Simmons Sr.

William A. Simmons Sr.

William Simmons Obituary

Published by Chiles' Funeral Home, Inc. on Jan. 29, 2009.
SIMMONS, William A. Sr., departed this life January 23, 2009. He leaves to cherish his memory his devoted wife of 40 years, Lottie L. Simmons; four daughters, Linda S. Scott (Earl) of Hawaii, Phaedra Simmons Jones of Philadelphia, Billie L. Simmons-Harris (Dana) and Rebecca Bookman of Philadelphia; son, William A. Simmons Jr. (Marian); 14 grandchildren, a host of other relatives and friends. Remains may be viewed on Friday, 11 a.m., at Chiles Funeral Home, 2100 Fairmount Ave., where funeral services will be conducted at 1 p.m. Interment Quantico National Cemetery (Triangle, Va.) private.


This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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June 24, 2009

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April 6, 2009

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Gerry & Maria Keffer

April 6, 2009

Dear Linda Scott and Family,

Maria and I wish to extend our condolences to all of you in your time of grieving. Our prayers are with you. May the peace of God which passes all understanding be with you.

Patricia Patterson-Godfrey

April 6, 2009

My late husband, Pastor David M. Godfrey and I shared many fond memories through out the years with the Simmons family. Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of William. May God give you comfort and peace during this your time of sorrow. Pastor Patricia Patterson-Godfrey, Abundant Joy Ministries.

Darlene Batchelder

April 6, 2009

Linda, we are thinking of you. It helps make you smile to remember the fun times. Miss you, Darlene and Phillip

Katie Haeussler

April 6, 2009

Dear Linda, I was sorry to hear o this hard time for your Father and family. May you find peace in the days ahead. Fondly, Katie Haeussler

Gary and Sue Larsen

April 6, 2009

Dear Linda and Earl,
We were sorry to hear about your father's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Hope all is well in HI. We miss you!
God bless,
Gary and Sue Larsen and kids

Linda Johnson

April 6, 2009

Linda
I live in your mama's apartment building and wanted you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We all miss Bill's smiling face around here.
God Bless

PRINCESS HARRIS

April 6, 2009

PAPA, im gone miss you very much and i love with all my heart and you will be in my heart forever i love you


Love always,
Princess

Brenda Nagunst

April 6, 2009

Dear Linda, I just want you to know I'm thinking of you during this time of loss. It's always hard to lose someone we love. Hold on to Jesus my friend, He's holding on to you. Love ya, Brenda

William Simmons

June 24, 2009

Daddy, I miss you so much and I hope that you knew just how much I loved you and appreciated all that you did for me. There will never be any words that could describe our friendship and our bond but just know that your son, William A. Simmons Jr. will always keep you in my HEART!!! I Love You Daddy... You were the BEST!!!

Sarah Ponder

March 20, 2009

To the Simmons Family
Our deepest sympathy goes out to you all
in you loss. May God bless and keep you all. I am so sorry I couldn't be there in your time of sorrow. We love and miss you all. Please get in touch with me. I would love to hear from you all.

June Thomas-Watkins

February 17, 2009

I will miss you very much. I know that you are up in heaven smiling down upon us. I was bless to have you as a brother-in-law.

Sandy Fivars Stansbury

January 31, 2009

Linda, I think of you often. My deepest sympathy in the loss of your father. Please send me your current mailing and/or address so we can reach you with info on the 30 yr. class reunion this summer. I would love to see you. ~ Sandy

Patricia Godfrey

January 30, 2009

My husband the late Pastor David M. Godfrey and I had very fond memories of being friends with the Simmons family. It is my prayer that the each of the family members will with hold to the peace and comfort of God in this hour of grief. May the blessings of the Lord be ever near. Pastor Patricia Patterson-Godfrey, Abundant Joy Ministries.

Loretta Harvey

January 29, 2009

We would like to express our deepest sympathy and to let you know that you are in our prayer. God bless each of you.

Gloria Cokes

January 29, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

From the Staff of Chiles Funeral Home

January 29, 2009

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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