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Walter Simmerman Obituary

Walter Theowald Simmerman, Sr.

South Boston, VA - Mr. Walter Theowald Simmerman, Sr. passed away on Saturday, September 22, 2018 at the age of 64. Walter was born in Bridgeton, New Jersey to the late William Simmerman and Barbara Hildreth Simmerman. He was married to Nancy Simmerman. In addition to his wife and mother, Mr. Simmerman is survived by two sons, Walter T. Simmerman, Jr. (Jen) and Timothy M. Simmerman (Rebecca); grandchildren, Bridget Simmerman, Tyler Simmerman, and TJ Simmerman; great grandchild, Blaire Bogan; brothers, Mike Simmerman (Doris) and Kenneth Simmerman; sisters, Bobbie Everingham (Rodney) and Lori Simmerman (Ty); special cousin. Marion Thornley; and a host of other family members.He was preceded in death by his father and brothers, William Simmerman, Jr. and Stevie Simmerman. Services will be private.

The family extends a special thank you to Sentara Halifax Regional Hospital, Sentara Halifax Hospice, and their neighbors for their care of Walter.

"Time passes, knowledge is passed, lessons are learned, remembered when earned."- Timothy M. Simmerman

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The family is being served by Brooks Lyon Funeral and Cremation Services, 115 Main St., South Boston.

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Published by The Daily Journal on Sep. 25, 2018.

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September 26, 2018

Nancy and family,
Very sorry to learn of Walt's passing. Extending my deepest sympathy to the entire family.

Debbie Barnabei

September 26, 2018

Barbara, Nancy & family
So sorry to learn of Walt's passing, my thoughts & prayers are with you at this difficult time. May his memory always be a blessing.
Diane Weinberg Gorodetzer

Barbara Sharp - Kempa

September 25, 2018

I am so very sorry for your loss.

September 24, 2018

I am truly sorry at the passing of your beloved. Be assured that God keeps in his memory those whom we have loss because they are precious in his eyes. (Psalms 116:15)

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