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Robert Simmons Obituary

Robert D. Simmons, Jr., 76, of Germantown, TN, retiree of Travelers Insurance Co., passed away Sunday evening, January 11. He leaves his devoted wife of 55 years, Elizabeth, two children, Pat Shackelford (Bill) and Danny Simmons (Rhonda), three grandchildren, Brandi Webb (Bill) and Kasey and Daniel Simmons, sister-in-law, Ila Holt (Bill), niece, Paige Carruth (Paul) and many other nieces and nephews. He was a charter member and deacon at Kensington Baptist Church, a Mason and a veteran of the US Navy. Visitation will be Thursday, January 15 from 1:00 to 1:45 p.m. at Memphis Funeral Home Poplar Chapel with graveside services at 2:30 p.m. at West Tennessee Veterans Cemetery on Forest Hill Irene. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be sent toMethodist Hospice Residence, 6423 Shelby View Dr, Suite 103, Memphis 38134.

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Published by The Commercial Appeal on Jan. 14, 2009.

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January 15, 2009

Liz, Pat, and Danny,
We were at the visitation today but just wanted to let all of you know that we will be praying for you during the days ahead. We know that all of you will miss Bob very much.
Glen and Dianne Brown

Bobby and Betty Gray

January 14, 2009

Liz, Pat and Danny,
Our thoughts and prayers are with the three of you and all the rest of the family. It's hard to think about a future "event" without Bob being there capturing everything with his trusty camera. Our love and sympathy.

Margaret Marioni

January 14, 2009

I can not believe that just last night I was looking at a picture of Bob and Glen Brown playing pool at Mr. Lofton's office party. Such fun were those days. The world has lost a great guy! My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Margaret Marioni

Trish Cathey

January 14, 2009

I am sorry for your loss. I will be praying for your family as you go through the grieving process

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