SIMMONS, Bruce Michael 1960 - 2015 Bruce Michael Simmons, 54 of Tempe, Arizona entered into God's eternal care on Friday, February 20, 2015. Bruce was born on March 13, 1960 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Phoenix, Arizona. He was preceded in death by his brother's Leslie J. Simmons and Dennis C. Simmons. Bruce was devoted to his family, a loving Son, Brother, Nephew and Uncle. He was accomplished and earned an AAS degree in Electromechanical Process Technology. Bruce was dedicated to his electronics career at Motorola/Freescale Semiconductor where he worked for over 30 years. He loved to fish and he was a skillful marksman. Bruce mastered the game of golf. He was also a wildlife conservation enthusiast and enjoyed the great outdoors. He will be sorely missed.Bruce is survived by his father, Charles E. Simmons and mother, Lorraine M. [Dandaneau] Simmons of Chandler, AZ, sister Gaile M. [Simmons] McKinney (Keith) of Mesa, AZ, brother Brian P. Simmons of Scottsdale, AZ, aunt Jeannette [Dandaneau] Stephenson-Campbell (Jim), uncle's William Dandaneau and David Dandaneau, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and cousins. He was like a step-father to Kylene Flechsig and a friend to all. Graveside services will be held at St. Francis Cemetery, 2033 N 48th St, Phoenix, AZ 85008, 602-267-1329, on Friday, February 27, 2015 at 1 o'clock pm.Sign the Guest Book ateastvalleytribune.com
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