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Scooter Simmons Obituary

Scooter Simmons, 67, of Rogers, AR, passed from this life on Thursday, May 28, 2020.

Those left to cherish his memory are his loving wife, Pamela Simmons of Rogers, AR; sons, Rusty Simmons and fiancée, Mary Mack of Tallahassee, FL, Ritchie Simmons of Tallahassee, FL; stepson, Zachary Curtis and wife Alycia of Englewood, CO; stepdaughter, Jaime Hadley and partner Jeremy Glass of Rogers, AR; brother, Wayne Simmons and Luvan of Conroe, TX; sisters, Patsy "PJ" Dean of Tyler, TX, Sandra Stark and A.L. of Fawil, TX; grandchildren, John Michael, Oliver and Grey; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Gwen Simmons; parents, Rufus and Farrah Simmons.

A private visitation and graveside service will be held. Pastor Zale Lewis will officiate the service. Pallbearers will be family and friends.

Scooter was an incredible joy to know, the love of Pam's life, and a wonderful father to Rusty and Ritchie. He was a friend who loved deeply and without reserve. He will be so deeply missed.

Services are under the direction of Myers-Colonial Funeral Home in DeRidder, LA.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Deridder Daily News on Jun. 3, 2020.

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Lois Harrell Nelson

June 4, 2020

I was so saddened by this news. Scooter was good friend I have known him since I was 4 and he was 8, and Bro Pud Simmons was the pastor in Willis . I will miss him . Prayers for all his loved ones.

Rosie Roberts

June 3, 2020

Knew Scooter thru Primrose. Rode with him several times taking my friend Janie to the doctors. He was a neat person and so happy l knew him. Praying for the family and love ones. Will miss him

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