SIMMONS, William Theodore

The Arizona Republic, Phoenix, Arizona Thursday, April 17, 2003 William Theodore Simmons, 71, of Phoenix, passed away April 15, 2003. Bill was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Ilene. He is survived by son Charlie (Melody) Simmons, and daughter Ann (Tom) Gambold; grandchildren Tracie (Chris) Gallegos, Tina Gambold, Nikki (Jimmy) Pena, and Bill Simmons; great grandchildren, Adam and Marli Gallegos; brothers Melvin (Evelina) Simmons of Comanche, Oklahoma, and Ray (Anita) Simmons of Springdale, Arkansas; and nine neices and nephews. A memorial service will be held on Friday April 18, 2003 at 2:00p.m. at Best Funeral Services, located at 9380 W. Peoria Avenue, Peoria, Arizona, 85345. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Graveside services to be held immediately following at Resthaven Cemetary 6290 W. Northern Avenue. Memorial contributions in lieu of flowers may be made to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St, Phoenix, Arizona, 85014-5656. Courtesy of Pat Wilson.