Mr. William E. “PeeWee” Simmons, 81, of Phenix City, AL passed away Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at St. Francis Hospital in Columbus, GA. The family will hold a private service at Vance Brooks Funeral Home in Phenix City, AL with Rev. Ricky Ward officiating. A private interment will follow at Lakeview Memory Gardens. Pallbearers willContinue Reading
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Mr. William E. “PeeWee” Simmons, 81, of Phenix City, AL passed away Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at St. Francis Hospital in Columbus, GA.
The family will hold a private service at Vance Brooks Funeral Home in Phenix City, AL with Rev. Ricky Ward officiating. A private interment will follow at Lakeview Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be the funeral home staff and Hunter Allen. There will be a visitation Tuesday afternoon, January 19, 2021 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm EST, at the funeral home. Due to COVID 19, the family will not be present.
Mr. Simmons was born January 28, 1939 in Phenix City, AL, son of the late Rube Simmons and Bertha Sanders Simmons. He owned and operated Midway Shell Gas Station in Columbus, GA for over 26 years. After retirement, he worked with Vance Memorial Chapel and Vance Brooks Funeral Home for 20 years. Mr. Simmons was former member of Sunderland Baptist Church and a present member of Grace Freewill Baptist Church. He enjoyed farming and gospel singing but loved his dogs and most of all, his wife Tina.
Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Shirley Duty and Nealie Scott; two brothers, Malon Simmons and Rutledge Simmons.
He is survived by loving wife of 59 years, Tina Simmons of Phenix City, AL; one brother, Wallace Simmons and wife Margaret of Columbus, GA; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Grace Freewill Baptist Church, 10290 Lee Road 240, Phenix City, AL 36870 and PAWS, 4900 Milgen Road, Columbus, GA 31907.
To sign the online guest register visit www.vancebrooksfuneralhome.net
Pablo Diaz
left a message on January 25, 2021:
Mr. Simmons was one of the nicest men I have ever met. He will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers with his wife and family members. The world lost a super nice man.Pablo, Kristi, and Noah Diaz <
Hampton, VA formerly of Phenix City, AL
Charles
left a message on January 19, 2021:
MY GOD! THIS WAS A HUMBLED, BRILLIANT, GOD FEARING, CREATIVE, FUNNY, AWESOME MAN! I'VE HAD THE PLEASURE OF KNOWING "BROTHA PEE WEE" FOR ALMOST 2 YEARS AND IN THE TIME ALONE, WE DEVELOPED A BOND THAT WONT BE DUPLICATED. AS A HEALTHCARE WORKER, WE ALL HAVE AT LEAST THAT ONE PERSON THAT MAKES EVERYTHING YOU DO WORTH DOING! THAT WAS MY GUY!BROTHA PEE WEE, THINGS WILL NEVER BE THE SAME! ALTHOUGH I'M BEING SELFISH AND WANT YOU HERE, I KNOW GOD IS HAPPY TO CALL ANTOHER ANGEL TO HIS SIDE! REST EASY AND KEEP A LOOKOUT ON ALL OF US. I CAN FIND PEACE KNOWING THAT ANOTHER ANGEL IS WATCHING OVER ME!
Mary Scarbrough
left a message on January 19, 2021:
My sincerest condolences and prayers to the family and friends of Mr. Pee Wee. He was an outstanding gentleman! I used to see him and his wife at Gospel Singings, we all loved southern gospel music! Knowing he is in Heaven, may God provide each of you with comfort, peace and strength to each of you during this time.
David Treadway
left a message on January 18, 2021:
Rest in Peace Peewee, you will be missed .I've known Peewee and Tina for 30 years or more, lived down the road from them, spent many of days up at their place learning how to bushog. I do remember their dogs, well children, they always loved and treated their pets well. PeeWee loved him some dirt track racing too out at EAMS.Prayers Ms. Tina
Amy Lynch
left a message on January 18, 2021:
You are already missed, Uncle PeeWee!
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Larry parrish
left a message on January 17, 2021:
Pee wee was a great guy. We worked together for several years and he did love those pets. Know he will be misse
JD and Diane Whitehead
left a message on January 16, 2021:
So sorry for your loss Tina. Di and I have so many fond memories of Pee Wee and will miss him. Our prayers are with you now and in the days ahead. Love Diane and JD Whitehead
willjones
left a message on January 16, 2021:
Pee Wee was a man that everyone respected...he was a hard worker and someone you could always count on. He will be missed!
Ricky Ward
left a message on January 16, 2021:
The Lord has called a true servant home - Pee Wee will surely be missed - praying for strength for the family.
Misty Maughon sablan
left a message on January 16, 2021:
Prayers to all our family
PeeWee RIP
Heaven has truly gained an angel
Brenda Maddox Vitzen
left a message on January 15, 2021:
Me. Pee Wee, I'm going to miss you from First Assembly, River of Life. You were the sweetest man ever and Ms. Tina was always with a smile. You brought going to Church a blessing.
Yes the hockey games were the best with yalls cowbells( I loved it ) I know you both did.
Ms. Tina, I can't say the words that describe the both of you a marriage in Heaven. I'm sending my prayers and comfort to you that God will reach down and wrap his arms around you and bring you through your loss. Love you
Lorene Gregory
left a message on January 15, 2021:
I work at the nursing home where him and Mrs Tina are. I loved going into their room. And yes he loved him some Tina. I'll never forget the time we all 3spent laughing and joking bout he could go home with me. She said take him. He said AWE come on now baby. You know you would miss me. She said yeah I guess I would. And I told them both I love you and they would say it back. I also remember the last time I went into their room to clean and I held the trash can for him. Cause he got sick. When he got done I helped get it off of him. He held my hand and told me he was sorry. I said hey don't sweat it. I love you and I don't think nothing nasty about it. He said while he was still holding my hand that he just couldn't keep fighting he was tired. I told him he would be ok and that he's gonna get better. I'm so sorry that he passed away but happy on the other hand that he's not having to fight anymore and that he is with the Lord in Heaven. I love you Mr Peewee. Always in my heart and mind.
Lorene Gregory
left a message on January 15, 2021:
I work at the nursing home where him and Mrs Tina are. I loved going into their room. And yes he loved him some Tina. I'll never forget the time we all 3spent laughing and joking bout he could go home with me. She said take him. He said AWE come on now baby. You know you would miss me. She said yeah I guess I would. And I told them both I love you and they would say it back. I also remember the last time I went into their room to clean and I held the trash can for him. Cause he got sick. When he got done I helped get it off of him. He held my hand and told me he was sorry. I said hey don't sweat it. I love you and I don't think nothing nasty about it. He said while he was still holding my hand that he just couldn't keep fighting he was tired. I told him he would be ok and that he's gonna get better. I'm so sorry that he passed away but happy on the other hand that he's not having to fight anymore and that he is with the Lord in Heaven. I love you Mr Peewee. Always in my heart and mind.
Bobby & Romayne Lloyd
left a message on January 15, 2021:
We are thankful for many Precious Memories of worship, friendship & fellowship with Pee Wee & Tina.
Ruby Koon Tatum,
left a message on January 15, 2021:
Tina and Family, so sorry to hear of Pee Wee's passing, will always remember y'all, and Uncle Julian.
Michele moss boone
left a message on January 15, 2021:
Prayers and love.
Jim Foster
left a message on January 15, 2021:
Go rest high my friend. Thanks for your support in bring Gospel Music for everyone
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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Pablo Diaz
left a message on January 25, 2021:
Mr. Simmons was one of the nicest men I have ever met. He will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers with his wife and family members. The world lost a super nice man.Pablo, Kristi, and Noah Diaz <
Hampton, VA formerly of Phenix City, AL
Charles
left a message on January 19, 2021:
MY GOD! THIS WAS A HUMBLED, BRILLIANT, GOD FEARING, CREATIVE, FUNNY, AWESOME MAN! I'VE HAD THE PLEASURE OF KNOWING "BROTHA PEE WEE" FOR ALMOST 2 YEARS AND IN THE TIME ALONE, WE DEVELOPED A BOND THAT WONT BE DUPLICATED. AS A HEALTHCARE WORKER, WE ALL HAVE AT LEAST THAT ONE PERSON THAT MAKES EVERYTHING YOU DO WORTH DOING! THAT WAS MY GUY!BROTHA PEE WEE, THINGS WILL NEVER BE THE SAME! ALTHOUGH I'M BEING SELFISH AND WANT YOU HERE, I KNOW GOD IS HAPPY TO CALL ANTOHER ANGEL TO HIS SIDE! REST EASY AND KEEP A LOOKOUT ON ALL OF US. I CAN FIND PEACE KNOWING THAT ANOTHER ANGEL IS WATCHING OVER ME!
Mary Scarbrough
left a message on January 19, 2021:
My sincerest condolences and prayers to the family and friends of Mr. Pee Wee. He was an outstanding gentleman! I used to see him and his wife at Gospel Singings, we all loved southern gospel music! Knowing he is in Heaven, may God provide each of you with comfort, peace and strength to each of you during this time.
David Treadway
left a message on January 18, 2021:
Rest in Peace Peewee, you will be missed .I've known Peewee and Tina for 30 years or more, lived down the road from them, spent many of days up at their place learning how to bushog. I do remember their dogs, well children, they always loved and treated their pets well. PeeWee loved him some dirt track racing too out at EAMS.Prayers Ms. Tina
Amy Lynch
left a message on January 18, 2021:
You are already missed, Uncle PeeWee!
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Larry parrish
left a message on January 17, 2021:
Pee wee was a great guy. We worked together for several years and he did love those pets. Know he will be misse
JD and Diane Whitehead
left a message on January 16, 2021:
So sorry for your loss Tina. Di and I have so many fond memories of Pee Wee and will miss him. Our prayers are with you now and in the days ahead. Love Diane and JD Whitehead
willjones
left a message on January 16, 2021:
Pee Wee was a man that everyone respected...he was a hard worker and someone you could always count on. He will be missed!
Ricky Ward
left a message on January 16, 2021:
The Lord has called a true servant home - Pee Wee will surely be missed - praying for strength for the family.
Misty Maughon sablan
left a message on January 16, 2021:
Prayers to all our family
PeeWee RIP
Heaven has truly gained an angel
Brenda Maddox Vitzen
left a message on January 15, 2021:
Me. Pee Wee, I'm going to miss you from First Assembly, River of Life. You were the sweetest man ever and Ms. Tina was always with a smile. You brought going to Church a blessing.
Yes the hockey games were the best with yalls cowbells( I loved it ) I know you both did.
Ms. Tina, I can't say the words that describe the both of you a marriage in Heaven. I'm sending my prayers and comfort to you that God will reach down and wrap his arms around you and bring you through your loss. Love you
Lorene Gregory
left a message on January 15, 2021:
I work at the nursing home where him and Mrs Tina are. I loved going into their room. And yes he loved him some Tina. I'll never forget the time we all 3spent laughing and joking bout he could go home with me. She said take him. He said AWE come on now baby. You know you would miss me. She said yeah I guess I would. And I told them both I love you and they would say it back. I also remember the last time I went into their room to clean and I held the trash can for him. Cause he got sick. When he got done I helped get it off of him. He held my hand and told me he was sorry. I said hey don't sweat it. I love you and I don't think nothing nasty about it. He said while he was still holding my hand that he just couldn't keep fighting he was tired. I told him he would be ok and that he's gonna get better. I'm so sorry that he passed away but happy on the other hand that he's not having to fight anymore and that he is with the Lord in Heaven. I love you Mr Peewee. Always in my heart and mind.
Lorene Gregory
left a message on January 15, 2021:
I work at the nursing home where him and Mrs Tina are. I loved going into their room. And yes he loved him some Tina. I'll never forget the time we all 3spent laughing and joking bout he could go home with me. She said take him. He said AWE come on now baby. You know you would miss me. She said yeah I guess I would. And I told them both I love you and they would say it back. I also remember the last time I went into their room to clean and I held the trash can for him. Cause he got sick. When he got done I helped get it off of him. He held my hand and told me he was sorry. I said hey don't sweat it. I love you and I don't think nothing nasty about it. He said while he was still holding my hand that he just couldn't keep fighting he was tired. I told him he would be ok and that he's gonna get better. I'm so sorry that he passed away but happy on the other hand that he's not having to fight anymore and that he is with the Lord in Heaven. I love you Mr Peewee. Always in my heart and mind.
Bobby & Romayne Lloyd
left a message on January 15, 2021:
We are thankful for many Precious Memories of worship, friendship & fellowship with Pee Wee & Tina.
Ruby Koon Tatum,
left a message on January 15, 2021:
Tina and Family, so sorry to hear of Pee Wee's passing, will always remember y'all, and Uncle Julian.
Michele moss boone
left a message on January 15, 2021:
Prayers and love.
Jim Foster
left a message on January 15, 2021:
Go rest high my friend. Thanks for your support in bring Gospel Music for everyone
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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