Ernest "Bud" Simmons
Ernest "Bud" Simmons
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He was born on August 22, 1931 to the late Joseph and Mildred (Schofield) Simmons in Clifton Forge, VA.
Ernest graduated from Valley High School and worked as a Superintendent for Tyson/SKF for many years retiring as Chairman of the Grievance Committee.
He was a founding member of Tigertown Boat and Ski Club, S.C.A.R.E. President Local 18419 USWA, North Lawrence Fish and Game Club. He had a love for knowledge and co-authored a book and earned multiple technical certifications..
Ernest is survived by his children, Katherine A. Simmons Siano, Mark (Mary Beth) Simmons, Karen Simmons Parker; grandchildren, Matthew A. Siano, Angie (Jason)Simmons, Tommy (Casey) Parker and Daniel (Lindsay) Parker; great-grandchildren, Madison D. Toms, Dahlia Siano, Nate Jack, Brooke Friend, Caleb Friend, Gabe Parker, Katelynn Simmons, Hadley Parker and Jimmy Jack; two great-great-grandchildren; special nephew, Scott (Kim) Thornberry : special great-niece, Madison Thornberry and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Carol (Howell) Simmons; grandchild, Elizabeth Simmons; siblings, Betty Cosgray, Charles Simmons and Wilma Simmons.
A private inurnment will take place in Brookfield Cemetery.
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