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Howard Donald Sirmons, 80, of Mooringsport, LA passed away June 19, 2013. Funeral services will be held at 10 am on Saturday, June 22, 2013 at Gorsulowsky Funeral Home in Vivian, LA officiated by Rev. Ronnie Davis assisted by Rev. Jessie Colston. Burial will follow at Lakeview Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Oil City, LA. There will be a time of visitation on Friday the 21st from 6-8 pm at the funeral home.
Howard was born September 15, 1932 in Jefferson, TX to Oscar and Jessie Ledbetter Sirmons, and was a resident of Mooringsport for the past 23 years. He worked as the International Assistant Division Manager for Halliburton and spent 17 years living internationally. He served his country as an Army Paratrooper in the 81st Airborne during the Korean War Era. He loved hunting and fishing. He loved sports of all kind and he enjoyed watching sports on TV. Most of all he loved his family, especially his kids and grandkids.
Howard was preceded in death by his parents and his 4 brothers. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Peggy S. Sirmons of Mooringsport, his 3 children; Rickie Sirmons of Mooringsport, Donald "Bubba" Sirmons and wife Ann of Mooringsport, and Susie Lewis and husband Glenn of Austin, TX, his sister Marie Allen of Vivian, his 5 grandchildren; Shannon Jackson, Jaret Sirmons, Allie Sirmons, Jacob Sirmons, Shaylee Sirmons, numerous great grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and other family.
Pallbearers will be Jacob Sirmons, Jayson Grinage, Jaret Sirmons, Jerry Allen, Jimmy Latham and Howard Allen.
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B. Gardner
June 22, 2013
With deepest sympathy to the family of Howard Sirmons during your time of sorrow. God is for us a refuge and strength. (Psalms 91:2) May you find the needed strength from God, family and friends.
June 22, 2013
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
For the Commanders, Carroll R. Michaud
June 21, 2013
The Final Salute
“Brothers in Arms”, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged “Hand Salutes” as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.
This “Hand Salute” is the last that we shall render to Howard Donald Sirmons our “Brother-in-Arms”. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Howard. And to Howard it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the devoted and selfless service he rendered to his country during the Korean War while serving in the U.S. Army. Howard, we commend you for your honorable service. You are a true patriot, who served with honor and distinction. You upheld the finest qualities of an American patriot warrior: courage, commitment, generosity, sacrifice, love and devotion to family and country. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at Ease. Rest in Peace.
On behalf of the 1,261 military veteran Legionnaires of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion and the 233 veterans of VFW Post 2238 in Shreveport, Louisiana, we extend our sympathies and our condolences to Howard's family and loved ones.
Stephen J. Lavery, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 South Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
James Maziarz, Commander, VFW Post 2238
1245 Gary Street, Shreveport, LA 71101
Haden & Brandy Moore
June 21, 2013
We're praying for ya'll Shannon and Jaret! Grandparents are super special people in our lives. Hold your memories close.
Paula Sue Sirmons-Hallman
June 20, 2013
Praying for all of you. Sorry to hear that he is gone.
Randy Gunnels
June 20, 2013
May God bless all of you in this time. I know he will truly be missed by all.
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