William Ernest Simmons, Sr., age 64 of North East, MD, passed away on Tuesday, March 17, 2015 at Season’s Hospice at Christiana Care in Newark, DE. He was born on May 3, 1950 in Elkton, MD to the late Milford Benson and Liselotte (Stuber) Simmons. A lifelong resident of the Elkton area, Bill served hisContinue Reading
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William Ernest Simmons, Sr., age 64 of North East, MD, passed away on Tuesday, March 17, 2015 at Season’s Hospice at Christiana Care in Newark, DE. He was born on May 3, 1950 in Elkton, MD to the late Milford Benson and Liselotte (Stuber) Simmons.
A lifelong resident of the Elkton area, Bill served his country in the Navy during the Vietnam War, and returned home and worked at the Chrysler plant in Newark, DE as a Millwright. He became the Local UAW 1183 Union Shop Steward, a position he held until his retirement. In his spare time, he was known for his breeding and showing of his beloved German Shepherd dogs. His greatest joy came from being a grandfather and uncle, spending time with the grandchildren, nieces and nephews, who enjoyed his love and generosity.
He is survived by his daughter, Rhonda Giuliani and her husband Gregory of Elkton, MD; sons, William Simmons II, and his wife Michelle of Middletown, DE, and Samuel Simmons of Augusta, GA; a sister, Heidi Simmons-Scheppelmann of Perryville, MD; six grandchildren, and a host of nieces and nephews who will miss him dearly.
In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by his sister, Waltrude B. Jackson.
A service will be held at 12 noon on Tuesday, March 24, 2015 at R.T. Foard Funeral Home, PA, 259 E. Main St., Elkton, MD 21921. Family and friends may visit two hours prior to the service beginning at 10AM. Burial will follow at Immaculate Conception Cemetery in Elkton, MD. In lieu of flowers, memorial contribution checks can be made to “Children and Families First of Delaware” and sent c/o the funeral home. To send condolences visit www.rtfoard.com
Helen Saghy
left a message on June 5, 2015:
What a shock. We dropped our GSDs off today and learned of Bill's passing. What a nice man. We have one of his GSD babies, Libby. She has been a God send and has been a ray of silly sunshine in our lives. Our sincere condolences to the family.
Cynthia McMahan
left a message on April 6, 2015:
You dear man. I will always remember you so fondly. Cynthia, Globalhaus German Shepherds.
Rob Mezick
left a message on April 1, 2015:
Rhonda and Family, I am truly sorry to hear about the passing of your dad…my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family…god bless and peace be with you…
Chan and Will Cosans
left a message on March 27, 2015:
We just learned of Bill's passing - he was a great friend, and took outstanding care of our various dogs over the years..as did many of the family. We are so grateful he did not suffer too long. NOW he is in heaven - healthy and well and so happy being Guardian Angel for you all. Bill and I had countless Post Office conversations over the years...about family, health and politics...and life. Bill Simmons was a good man, and loved his family so much. We send blessings and prayers to you all - this was such a surprise. xxoo Chan, Will, Seth and Sara Jane and their families.
Grace Taylor
left a message on March 24, 2015:
Rhonda and family are thoughts and prayers are with you. He was one of my favorite cousins. Love, Grace
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Karen Dryer
left a message on March 24, 2015:
Dear Sam: I was sorry to hear about your dad. He was a wonderful person and I know you will miss him. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Donna Speakman Moux
left a message on March 24, 2015:
Our Family will deeply miss Mr. Bill, it was a pleasure to work with MR> Bill for 7yrs. and the Blessed German Shep. Lance that is my Sisters' Service Dog is a God send, We will all miss Him and all that He touched. God Bless, Donna Speakman Moux and Family
Jamie Raign
left a message on March 24, 2015:
Sending big bear hugs to my dear friend Rhonda. May you cherish the memories of your Daddy and treasure watching his legacy pass on through you to Jacob and Adrianna.
John Jakson
left a message on March 22, 2015:
Our sincere condolences go out to the family of Bill Simmons. To me he was always Uncle Ernie. He was someone I grew up looking up to, a father figure and mentor. You will be missed. Rest in Peace.
Edward Mckeown
left a message on March 22, 2015:
Rhonda & Family So sorry about your Dad, I remember him so well growing up here in Elkton. Bill never met a stranger and would go out of his way to help others. His sister Waltrude was in my High School Class.What a wonderful family. Rhonda your dads memories will live in your heart forever.He is in Gods Hands and has joined his family members in Heaven, and also has served his country well. God Bless You and Rest in Peace.
Gill D Bush
left a message on March 22, 2015:
Bill was one of the nicest men that I ever knew and worked with at Chrysler. He will be missed by everyone that knew him. Gill D. Bush
Steven Birney
left a message on March 20, 2015:
I am thankful that my son and I got to visit Bill recently with Sam. First time we had been together in years and Bill showed a strong spirit and good sense of humor. We talked about dogs (of course), cars and life events in general. Bill and I had worked together at Chrysler for years and our sons (Sam & Jon) were like brothers. Bill, we are going to miss you brother. I wish peace and comfort to your family.
Tom Kimball
left a message on March 20, 2015:
thoughtful giving person,too whoever needed help.laid back attitude always wanted to make things better.
The Reids
left a message on March 20, 2015:
We are saddened to hear of Bills' passing. I know how difficult this must be for all of you. He was the pillar of the family. I know Cammi is missing her Pop Pop. Take comfort in each other. You are in our hearts and prayers.
Sherry Tyler
left a message on March 20, 2015:
Rhonda - I am thinking of you.......God Bless you. Sherry Tyler
Dolores Groff
left a message on March 19, 2015:
Dear Sam, Please accept my sincere sympathy to you and your family. You know, we have one of your dad's beautiful German Shepherds named Lola.
Bill Sickles #1183
left a message on March 19, 2015:
I knew Bill since 1966. His family and I went to the Baltimore Convention Center to see pro wrestling. We remained friends thru the years. We both worked at Chrysler's Newark Assembly in Newark, Delaware. I trained his son at Chrysler in the Team Building as well as him. A wonderful family. Bill will be missed not only by his family but by the Skilled Tradesmen he represented. Rest In Peace my friend and give your sister, Waltrude a hug and tell your Mom & Dad I was asking.....:(
Dawn Donegal
left a message on March 19, 2015:
My sincere condolence to the family, trust in God and he will give you peace.
carol phillips
left a message on March 19, 2015:
Dear nephew and cousin today are hearts was sadden but we all love and will miss you miles kept us apart but family all remain close aunt Jeannette and family know you are there with all the ones gone on before with open arms love you always aunt Jeannette Carol Linda Thurman Sheila and familys
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Helen Saghy
left a message on June 5, 2015:
What a shock. We dropped our GSDs off today and learned of Bill's passing. What a nice man. We have one of his GSD babies, Libby. She has been a God send and has been a ray of silly sunshine in our lives. Our sincere condolences to the family.
Cynthia McMahan
left a message on April 6, 2015:
You dear man. I will always remember you so fondly. Cynthia, Globalhaus German Shepherds.
Rob Mezick
left a message on April 1, 2015:
Rhonda and Family, I am truly sorry to hear about the passing of your dad…my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family…god bless and peace be with you…
Chan and Will Cosans
left a message on March 27, 2015:
We just learned of Bill's passing - he was a great friend, and took outstanding care of our various dogs over the years..as did many of the family. We are so grateful he did not suffer too long. NOW he is in heaven - healthy and well and so happy being Guardian Angel for you all. Bill and I had countless Post Office conversations over the years...about family, health and politics...and life. Bill Simmons was a good man, and loved his family so much. We send blessings and prayers to you all - this was such a surprise. xxoo Chan, Will, Seth and Sara Jane and their families.
Grace Taylor
left a message on March 24, 2015:
Rhonda and family are thoughts and prayers are with you. He was one of my favorite cousins. Love, Grace
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Karen Dryer
left a message on March 24, 2015:
Dear Sam: I was sorry to hear about your dad. He was a wonderful person and I know you will miss him. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Donna Speakman Moux
left a message on March 24, 2015:
Our Family will deeply miss Mr. Bill, it was a pleasure to work with MR> Bill for 7yrs. and the Blessed German Shep. Lance that is my Sisters' Service Dog is a God send, We will all miss Him and all that He touched. God Bless, Donna Speakman Moux and Family
Jamie Raign
left a message on March 24, 2015:
Sending big bear hugs to my dear friend Rhonda. May you cherish the memories of your Daddy and treasure watching his legacy pass on through you to Jacob and Adrianna.
John Jakson
left a message on March 22, 2015:
Our sincere condolences go out to the family of Bill Simmons. To me he was always Uncle Ernie. He was someone I grew up looking up to, a father figure and mentor. You will be missed. Rest in Peace.
Edward Mckeown
left a message on March 22, 2015:
Rhonda & Family So sorry about your Dad, I remember him so well growing up here in Elkton. Bill never met a stranger and would go out of his way to help others. His sister Waltrude was in my High School Class.What a wonderful family. Rhonda your dads memories will live in your heart forever.He is in Gods Hands and has joined his family members in Heaven, and also has served his country well. God Bless You and Rest in Peace.
Gill D Bush
left a message on March 22, 2015:
Bill was one of the nicest men that I ever knew and worked with at Chrysler. He will be missed by everyone that knew him. Gill D. Bush
Steven Birney
left a message on March 20, 2015:
I am thankful that my son and I got to visit Bill recently with Sam. First time we had been together in years and Bill showed a strong spirit and good sense of humor. We talked about dogs (of course), cars and life events in general. Bill and I had worked together at Chrysler for years and our sons (Sam & Jon) were like brothers. Bill, we are going to miss you brother. I wish peace and comfort to your family.
Tom Kimball
left a message on March 20, 2015:
thoughtful giving person,too whoever needed help.laid back attitude always wanted to make things better.
The Reids
left a message on March 20, 2015:
We are saddened to hear of Bills' passing. I know how difficult this must be for all of you. He was the pillar of the family. I know Cammi is missing her Pop Pop. Take comfort in each other. You are in our hearts and prayers.
Sherry Tyler
left a message on March 20, 2015:
Rhonda - I am thinking of you.......God Bless you. Sherry Tyler
Dolores Groff
left a message on March 19, 2015:
Dear Sam, Please accept my sincere sympathy to you and your family. You know, we have one of your dad's beautiful German Shepherds named Lola.
Bill Sickles #1183
left a message on March 19, 2015:
I knew Bill since 1966. His family and I went to the Baltimore Convention Center to see pro wrestling. We remained friends thru the years. We both worked at Chrysler's Newark Assembly in Newark, Delaware. I trained his son at Chrysler in the Team Building as well as him. A wonderful family. Bill will be missed not only by his family but by the Skilled Tradesmen he represented. Rest In Peace my friend and give your sister, Waltrude a hug and tell your Mom & Dad I was asking.....:(
Dawn Donegal
left a message on March 19, 2015:
My sincere condolence to the family, trust in God and he will give you peace.
carol phillips
left a message on March 19, 2015:
Dear nephew and cousin today are hearts was sadden but we all love and will miss you miles kept us apart but family all remain close aunt Jeannette and family know you are there with all the ones gone on before with open arms love you always aunt Jeannette Carol Linda Thurman Sheila and familys
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