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1947 - 2006
 Wallace Edward Simmons formerly of Dearborn and Gowen died suddenly Wednesday April 12, 2006. He was born in Greenville on March 17,1947 the son of Wallace G. and Lorraine E. Kulas Simmons. Wally was a graduate of Greenville High School with the class of 1965, was a veteran of the US Army, a former delegate to the Republican Party in Dearborn, a member of the NRA, an active outdoorsman, enjoying hunting and shooting at his target range and was a foster parent for many years in Dearborn. He was a member of Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church and formerly of Immanuel Lutheran Church, Dearborn. He retired from Ford Motor Company with over 30 years of service.
He is survived by his children, Stefanie (Michael) Simmons-Henry of Cedar Springs, Steven Simmons, Kelly Simmons and Taryn Simmons all of Dearborn, his grandchildren, Zachary and Rebecca, his parents, Wally and Lorraine Simmons of Bass Lake, Gowen, his brothers John and Cassandra Simmons of Gowen and Larry and Gloria Simmons of Greenville, nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles and cousins.
A funeral service will be held on Monday April 17, 2006 at 1 PM from Hurst Funeral Home, Greenville with Rev. Jeffrey Wilhelm of Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church officiating. Burial will be in East Montcalm Cemetery, Greenville. Visitation will be held from 2-4 PM on Saturday at Hurst Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be given to a charity of your choice
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There are currently 12 condolences.
Wednesday October 10, 2007 at
5:11 PM
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ANOTHER SONG DAD USE TO PLAY I LIKED IS CALLED NOTHINGS GOING TO STOP US NOW MISS YOU DADDY
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Tuesday April 10, 2007 at
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My dad was a sweet guy with a full heart of gold. He was a handful but had a heart of gold. Dad and I did have some fun times I will say the places he took us and the stuff he did. May he be loved by all that new him and rest in heaven.
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Tom Stawiarski
Friday April 21, 2006 at
9:17 AM
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We were saddened to hear of Wally's recnet and sudden death. I remember Wally from the Emissions Lab at Ford Motor Co. where we worked together. He was a good friend and colleague. He is missed.
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Nick Bart
Friday April 21, 2006 at
8:26 AM
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My condolences go out to the Simmons family. I starting working with Wally at "Ford's" in 1978. There were many days when Wally was able to bring laughter into the workplace even on the most drab days, I'll never forget. Even though I left the company in 1984, we were able to still remain friends with run-ins at Circle-W in Atlanta, MI during bow-camp and summer visits. I know how much he will be missed, but I also know he'll be in peace within God's house.
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Kelly
Wednesday April 19, 2006 at
1:12 PM
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My dad will never be for gotten there will always be memorys of dad. Love you dad and miss you lots
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Jay Novak
Wednesday April 19, 2006 at
10:46 AM
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I am so sorry to hear of Wally's Passing. Wally was one of the first people I ever worked with at Ford and always had a way to put a smile on my face. We shared some fun times together and I will truly miss him. Jay Novak
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Kelly
Elmosfriend@sbcglobal.net
Tuesday April 18, 2006 at
11:14 AM
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My dad was a special guy he was sweet kind and thoughtful. When I was little I was a daddies girl he called me Kelly girl and Kelly cakes. Dad and I use to listen to his records in the basment. When I got sick in hospital one time dad showed up with out me knowing. Yes dad was a handful but I loved him with all my heart I never really called him by his name I said daddy because thats how much I loved him and still do. Dad will always be in my heart. Agin dad was a real handful and a real peace of work. I have a brown teddy bear called rocky bear even though it came from rocky it'll still be memorys of dad. Rocky was dads friend but it'll still be memorys of dad. Dad had a record he use to play for me called country bumpkin that I just loved he use to play it over and over agin for me. Lots of love to my daddy your daughter Kelly
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Kelly
Elmosfriend@sbcglobal.net
Tuesday April 18, 2006 at
11:03 AM
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My dad was a special guy he was sweet kind and thoughtful. When I was little I was a daddies girl he called me Kelly girl and Kelly cakes. Dad and I use to listen to his records in the basment. When I got sick in hospital one time dad showed up with out me knowing. Yes dad was a handful but I loved him with all my heart I never really called him by his name I said daddy because thats how much I loved him and still do. Dad will always be in my heart. Agin dad was a real handful and a real peace of work. I have a brown teddy bear called rocky bear even though it came from rocky it'll still be memorys of dad. Rocky was dads friend but it'll still be memorys of dad. Dad had a record he use to play for me called country bumpkin that I just loved he use to play it over and over agin for me. Lots of love to my daddy your daughter Kelly
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Larry Bradley
Monday April 17, 2006 at
4:36 PM
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Dear Mr. & Mrs. Simmons
I was so sorry to hear of the death of Wally.
We worked together for 15 years and I feel were good friends.
He was a really good man.
I always enjoyed his company and counsel.
A man I will always remember fondly.
My deepest heartfelt sympathies to all of you.
Larry Bradley
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Rocky VanRaaphorst
Sunday April 16, 2006 at
2:54 PM
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My sympathy to the entire Simmons family. It was a pleasure to have known Wally, he was a special man with a heart of gold. I will miss him dearly. May God bless his soul, and may he rest in peace...
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al pethers
Saturday April 15, 2006 at
5:31 PM
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Very sorry for your loss. Wally worked for Ford, and I had the pleasure of working with him for many years. He was a fun person, and we always kidded around with each other. My condolances go out to the Simmons family. Wally will be missed.
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Rudy Keszey
Friday April 14, 2006 at
9:17 PM
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Immediately after meeting Wally in 1980 when I transfered into NVH in Bldg. #4 at Ford Motor Co., my life became fuller and richer. Wally's easy demeanor and laughing eye's betrayed his mischevious nature and friendly nature. I am proud to have been part of his "Jackson Gang" and yearly trips to "The 40" to "Empty some brass" as he so accurately put it. I will miss him so very much, as I have the last couple of years since we both retired and moved away fron the Dearborn area. I hope he has found peace and rests in the "Happy Hunting Grounds." May God Bless my dear friend.
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