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Roger Simmons
1934 - 2025
FUNERAL HOME
1155 Shipyard Blvd
Wilmington, North Carolina
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Roger Simmons Obituary
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings Mitchell Simmons, Marcelene Simmons Robertson, Lois Simmons Walker and Kathleen Simmons Edwards.
Mr. Simmons attended Mt. Airy High School, where he played football, basketball and baseball. He proceeded to Virginia Tech where he played football for the Hokies. Roger earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering and was commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the US Air Force. Upon graduation he flew refueling tankers for the strategic Air Command. Upon leaving the Air Force he joined RJ Reynolds Industries in the research and product development of RJR Foods, Inc.
He met and married Mary Elizabeth Redwine and resided in Winston Salem until retirement.
He is survived by his wife Mary Redwine Simmons of the home; nephews: Craig Edwards, Kirk Edwards and Owen Redwine and nieces Enid Butler, Leah Redwine, Susan Geittman and Stephanie Konitz.
A Memorial Service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, October 17, 2025, at Wrightsville United Methodist Church with Reverend Doug Lain officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Lower Cape Fear Lifecare.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Susan Felts
Yesterday
Roger and Mary were my neighbors in Winston Salem for a short period of time. They were such a kind and lovely couple. I'm very sorry to hear of Roger's passing. Peace and comfort to his family and friends.
Sonja Southern
September 16, 2025
Mary, I´m so sorry for your loss. Your and Roger were great neighbors and golfing friends.
Sonja Southern
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