Louise Simmons

Louise Simmons, age 83 years, a resident of rural Vienna, passed away unexpectedly Monday afternoon, March 15, 2021, at 5 PM at Baptist Health Care in Paducah, Kentucky. Louise was born August 19, 1937 in Macoupin, County Illinois. She was the second of eight children born to George and Lorene (Sanders) Adams. On July 19, 1957, Louise was united in marriage to Donald R. Simmons in Springfield, Illinois. He survives. Other survivors include: their daughters – Lila Elaine (Bill) Neely of Vienna, Deanna Lynn (David) Bremer of Metropolis, and Laura Jean (Ron) Rawlinson of Kaufman, Texas; 5 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; her siblings – Bonnie Davis of Springfield, Georgia Mae (Dave) Williams of Butler, David (Sally) Adams of Hillsboro, Robert (Cathy) Adams of Butler, John (Charlene) Adams of Altha, Florida, and Barbra Jean Flitz of Litchfield; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and many friends. In addition to her parents, Louise was preceded in death by: an infant son – Marc D. Simmons; an infant brother – Billy Wayne Adams; a brother and sister-in-law – Leroy (Dorothy “Leelee”) Adams; and a brother-in-law – Danny Davis. Louise was a graduate of the Waggoner, Illinois Public School system. In her youth, Louise helped with the operation of the family farm. She was later employed as a medical secretary in the underwriting department by the Franklin Life Insurance Company located in Springfield, Illinois. Louise was also a dedicated homemaker. She enjoyed many types of handcrafts and was a particularly skilled seamstress and quilter. Louise was a member of Egyptian Chapter # 30 Order of the Eastern Star, located in Vienna. She was a faithful Christian and dedicated church worker. Louise and Don worshipped together at the New Burnside Missionary Baptist Church. Through the years, Louise taught a number of Sunday School classes and assisted Don in teaching as well. She was a student of the Bible and had read her Bible through many times. Louise is remembered for her loving and giving heart, her strong work ethic and her dedication to her family and friends. A memorial service honoring the life of Louise Simmons will be held at a later date which will be announced. Private interment will be in the Wise-Robinson Cemetery north of Ozark. Memorials may be made to the New Burnside Missionary Baptist Church, c/o Irene Horn, 2327 Palzo Road, Creal Springs, Illinois 62922.

Louise Simmons

August 19, 1937 - March 15, 2021