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Robert Simmons Obituary

Robert "Bob" Simmons, 79, of Fort Wayne, IN, passed away peacefully with family at his side on Tuesday August 6, 2024, He was an Army Veteran and was the 1st. Black Plumber Pipe Fitter in Local Union 166. He is survived by his loving wife Linda "Kay" of 56 years; a daughter, Akenya (Gary) Cooper; a son, Ondrayco Greene (Lisa McCain); a sister, Mildred Sanders and brother, Charlie Simmons; 11 grandchildren; a host of great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Funeral Services 11:00 AM Saturday, August 17, 2024 at Greater Christ Temple Apostolic Church 2940 S. Anthony Blvd. (46806) with calling an hour before services. Visitation also 6-8 PM Friday, August 16, 2024 at D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Homes - Lakeside Park 1140 Lake Avenue (46805). Burial in Covington Memorial Gardens. Fond memories may be shared at www.mccombandsons.com for the family.


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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Aug. 15, 2024.

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16

Visitation

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

D. O. McComb and Sons - Lakeside Park

1140 Lake Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46805

Aug

17

Calling hours

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Greater Christ Temple Apostolic Church

2940 S. Anthony Blvd., IN

Aug

17

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Greater Christ Temple Apostolic Church

2940 S. Anthony Blvd., IN

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D. O. McComb and Sons - Lakeside Park

1140 Lake Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46805

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