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WILLIAM EDWARD "BILL" SIMMON

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Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 5, 2010.

William "Bill" Edward Simmon ABINGDON, Va. William "Bill" Edward Simmon passed away on Friday, Sept. 3, 2010, at his home. Bill lived most of his life in Pennsylvania before moving to Washington County, Va., 26 years ago. He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church of Marion. Bill was born in Reading, Pa. to the late Arthur and Elsie Tobias Simmon. He owned and operated his own towing service for many years. He was the manager of Days Inn and worked as a supervisor at the Wytheville BP. He is survived by his wife, Becky Gobble Simmon of Abingdon; one daughter, Rhonda Oczypok and husband, Mark of Pittsburgh, Pa.; two sons, Dane Simmon and wife, Krista, of Rearstowe, Pa., and Mark Simmon and wife, Denise, of Reading; one step-daughter, Rhonda Little and husband, Stevie, of Abingdon; seven grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; three step-grandchildren, Michael Little, Tiffany Little, and Terra Little; two special nieces, Emily Gobble and Cheyenne Gobble; special friends, Debbie and Joel Blevins; and also, his special friend, his dog, Hobo. A memorial service will be held at a later date. The family would like to express a special thank you to Dr. Allison Whitman and her staff and to Hospice of Southwest Va. Arrangements for Mr. William Simmon are under the care of Farris Funeral Service, 427 E. Main Street, Abingdon, VA 24210 (276) 623-2700.

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September 12, 2010

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September 12, 2010

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September 6, 2010

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we love and miss you uncle bill

melinda gobble

September 12, 2010

So sorry for your loss but we all know that there is no more pain and suffering for him now and he is another one of the girls guardian angels with love roger melinda and girls

September 12, 2010

Although it has been many years since we last saw Bill, he was always a good friend and we had many good times with his family during the days he owned the towing company. I knew him because I was a police officer in West Reading and used his services many times. We also got to camp with the boys and my family. Our prayers are with your entire family. Jack & Barbara Crawford.

Jerry & Teresa Moore

September 6, 2010

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

Roy & Ann Gobble

September 5, 2010

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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