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Myrna Simmons Obituary
Myrna Loyce Simmons, 74, of Simpsonville, SC, formerly of Lafayette, Montmorenci, Fowler, and Wolcott, went to be with her Lord and Savior at 2:40 a.m. Saturday, September 14, 2013 at McCall Hospice House in Simpsonville. Born April 24, 1939 in Fowler, IN, she was the daughter of the late Clomer and Lucy (Davis) Simmons. She graduated from Montmorenci High School.
Myrna worked for the State of Indiana for 31 year in various capacities. She was a former member of Faith Baptist Church. She loved knitting, reading (Christian fiction, mysteries, and old west stories), NASCAR, and writing poetry.
Surviving are two daughters, Shellie Northrup (husband, Robert, Jr.) of West Lafayette and Sherrie Hightower (husband, Steve) of Simpsonville, SC; a sister, Wilma L. Fuller (husband, Lester) of Battle Ground and three brothers, Clifford Simmons (wife, Imogene) of Lafayette, Thomas C. Simmons (wife, Mary Lou) of West Lafayette and Clyde K. Simmons (wife, Vickie) of Lafayette; and four grandchildren, Kody Russell, Casey, Jared and Joshua Hightower. She was preceded in death by two sisters and a nephew, Stevie.
Visitation one hour prior to the 2 p.m. funeral service on Saturday, September 21, 2012 at Hippensteel Funeral Home with Pastor Don Whipple officiating. Burial to follow at Tippecanoe Memory Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to Kossuth Street Baptist Church. Hippensteel Funeral Home is entrusted with care. Share memories and condolences online at www.hippensteelfuneralservice.com
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for Myrna Simmons
Carol Hightower
September 22, 2013
Dad and I are so glad/thankful that we could make the trip. It was a beautiful Christ-centered, Christ-honoring service and you did a GREAT job! We are proud of you!
We cannot even imagine what your Mom is experiencing now - her Faith has been made SIGHT! WOW...can't wait for the great reunion day!
One day closer....
Much love, Mom and Dad
Kandie Stilwell
September 20, 2013
My dearest friend, thinking of your mom in heaven reminds me of the Christmas cantata we did one year at church with Mary Christmas dying and then the words to the song were..."the angels are singing again... Your mom is in heaven singing with the heavenly host. Such an amazing and comforting thought. Oh to be there with her. Oh the joy of seeing her again, pain free. Such good memories of your mom. Love you both Sherrie and Shellie.
Kelly Summerfield
September 19, 2013
Shellie you and your family our in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Heaven has gained another angel. With deepest sympathy.
Peggy Baldwin
September 19, 2013
Shellie,
So sorry for your loss. She is now pain free and wearing her Angel Wings. Your forever Guardian Angel watching over her family. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. Your momma was a wonderful lady.
Tracy Fristoe
September 19, 2013
My heart and prayers are with you, Sherrie and Shellie and to your families. I have fond memories of your mom. She had a wonderful laugh and was always happy and kind.
Jim & Lillian Eller
September 18, 2013
Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family at this difficult time. Myrna was a very good friend from high school and we had some very fun times together.
Pinnie Wallace
September 18, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Shellie and Sherrie and families.
Much love,
The Wallace Family
Shellie Northrup
September 17, 2013
I love you mom! I'm looking forward to the day when I see you again!
Hippensteel Funeral Home, Inc.
September 18, 2013
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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