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Kenneth Simmons Obituary

SIMMONS, KENNETH J., "UNCLE KEN", "POW POW", 63, of Knowlton Street, Riverside, died peacefully on February 27, 2014, surrounded by his loving family. A lifelong resident of Riverside, he was a son of the late John A. and Frances (Martin) Simmons. Mr. Simmons was a tile installer for the past 25 years. He was a member of Local #251. He enjoyed traveling. Kenneth was a devoted father to his two sons: Kenneth J. Simmons of Oklahoma City, OK and David A. Simmons of Central Falls. He is also survived by three brothers: Alex Simmons of Warren, Richard Simmons of Riverside and Victor Simmons of Riverside; three grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Gloria Enos. A celebration of his life will be held on Sunday, March 2, in the W. RAYMOND WATSON FUNERAL HOME, 350 Willett Avenue, Riverside at 2 pm. Calling hours are Sunday 12 2pm. www.wrwatsonfuneralhome.com

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Published by The Providence Journal on Mar. 1, 2014.

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Sharon

March 13, 2014

Richard and Victor I am so sorry for your loss.

Sue Lemos

March 4, 2014

Alex,Richie,& Victor,
Please accept my most sincere condolences on your loss.
You all will be together again someday,and until that time just remember the good times.
Sincerely,
Sue

kimberly buxton

March 3, 2014

Rest in peace kenny u will be greatly missed by family and friends.

sarah authelet

March 2, 2014

Uncle kenny you will be missed by many but now you can rest. You were a good man im glad to have known you the very little I did. RIP

Louise Stone

March 2, 2014

A new star will forever shine in the night sky and our deepest sympathy to the Simmons Family...Louise Stone and daughter Barbara Batz

March 2, 2014

"Our" Sincere thanks for everyone's support during this time, Alex, Richard, Victor Simmons.

March 1, 2014

Rest in peace Kenny, sympathy to your family and loved ones. Ginny Bullock and family.

sheila Benoit

March 1, 2014

UNCLE KEN, I DON,T KNOW WHAT TO SAY. SO I WILL SEE YOU WHEN I SEE YOU, AND SAVE ME SOME D&D COFFEE. I LOVE YOU UNCLE KEN AND THANK YOU FOR BEING MY FRIEND.R.I.P. UNCLE KEN. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS

Robbie Andrews

March 1, 2014

growing up in riverside i had the pleasure of knowing the Simmons family. i remember mr Simmons had the fish and chip place in back of our house on the corner of bullocks point and river street.My thoughts and prayes go out to the Simmons family.

gail chetwood-medeiros

March 1, 2014

rest in peace Kenny, to the family I am so very sorry for your loss, may God give you all strength in this sad time.

March 1, 2014

The Bettencourt Family sent our deepest sympathies to the Simmons family, he was was one of our old friend from Riverside

Brenda Chetwood

March 1, 2014

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss Brenda Chetwood

March 1, 2014

To the Simmons Family,We grew up with Kenny his brothers We had a lot of laughs in our day so always remember the good times that you had .He is in GODS hands now an at peace LOve Brenda Chetwood

cheryl DiMarzio

March 1, 2014

you be miss

anthony enos

March 1, 2014

Sorry for your loss. No matter how we prepare, its never easy. Remember the fond Memories.

Isabella ( Pow Pow) Barratt

March 1, 2014

i miss my pow pow
i love my pow pow very very much he was my hero

Mr. & Mrs. James Patterson

March 1, 2014

To The Simmons Family,
Our deepest sympathies to your family in your time of loss. Ken was a great man and will be missed by many in this small town . God Bless , may he rest in peace.

Connie, Terry and Isabella (Pow Pow) Barratt

March 1, 2014

The memories you have left behind will last forever. Our hearts are broken, but your suffering is over. You will live forever in our hearts.Thank you for letting us be a part of your life.

Sadie Morissette

March 1, 2014

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

JOSEPH STONE

March 1, 2014

MAY GOD BLESS YOU.REST IN PEACE KENNY

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