Bobby Gayle Simmons

SIMMONS, BOBBY G.
Formerly of Holt, MI

Loving husband, father and grandfather, age 71 of Dresden, TN was called home by God on March 12, 2013. Bob believed only two things in life are eternal: God's Word and people. And it can be said that he dedicated himself to both. Bob taught school and was a highly successful basketball coach for 34 years for Holt Public Schools, Holt, MI before retiring to Dresden, TN where he was an active member and deacon of First Baptist Church. Bob was a mentor, friend and inspiration to countless people and he will be greatly missed. Surviving are Bob's loving wife of 19 years, Kathleen Simmons, his children, Joan Simmons of Phoenix, AZ and David Simmons (Jennifer) of Benton, KY, stepdaughter Kristina (Zac) Dalton of Perrysburg, OH, grandchildren Carina, Parker, Lily, Anna, and Holly; brother Jerry Simmons (Marge) of Dresden; nephews Mark and Michael Simmons; as well as a host of other loving relatives and friends. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, J.C. and Gladys Simmons. Funeral services were held on Friday, March 15 at First Baptist Church in Dresden at 10:00 a.m.. Burial followed at Olive Branch Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Bob requested that donations be made in his name to the Building Fund of First Baptist Church of Dresden. 490 Morrow, Dresden, TN 38225.