Susan Frances Simmons
June 13, 1938 ~ May 9, 2019
Susan Frances Simmons, 80, of Taylorville, IL, passed away at 7:45 p.m. on Thursday, May 9, 2019 at Prairie Rose Healthcare Center in Pana, IL.
Susan was born June 13, 1938 in Standard City, IL, the daughter of Brian and Hazel (Goodwin) Lazenby. She graduated from Urbana High School in 1956, and shortly after she married Amos L. Simmons on June 13, 1956 in Taylorville, IL. He preceded her in death on June 19, 1997. Susan was a homemaker, devoting her time to raising her sons. She enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, word searches, and had a green thumb in the vegetable garden.
She was also preceded in death by her parents; infant son, Paul Simmons; brother, Albert Lazenby; sisters, Alberta Simmons, Virginia Lash, and Mary Lazenby; and daughter-in-law, Gail Simmons.
Susan is survived by her sons, Tim L. Simmons of Libertyville, KY, and Raymond C. Simmons, Jerry L. Simmons, and Wilbur P. Simmons, all of Taylorville, IL; grandchildren, Timmy, Joshua, and Christina Simmons; several great grandchildren; brother, Robert (Ruth) Lazenby of Jerseyville, IL; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Visitation & Funeral Ceremony: The family will receive guests from 10:00 a.m. until the time of ceremony at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, May 13, 2019 at Shafer-Perfetti & Assalley Funeral Home, 202 W. Franklin St., Taylorville, IL 62568, with Pastor Gerald McPhillips officiating.
Interment will follow at Harper’s Ferry Cemetery in Palmer, IL.
Memorial Contributions may be made to: Christian County Animal Control, 300 S. Baughman Rd., Taylorville, IL 62568.
Please visit www.assalleyfuneralhomes.com to offer condolences to the family.
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My condolences for Susan’s passing. I went to high school with Raymond and Jerry was in my class. I pray that our Lord welcomes her home with open arms and gives comfort to the family in their time of loss.
I was in high school with Raymond and Jerry. Raymond and I were in the same class. Jerry and my late brother, Rick, were in the same class. I am sorry for the loss of your family’s mother. May she Rest In Peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Love – Carmen
Deepest sympathy to Jerry, and his family. I went to school with Jerry, and Raymond. May God find strength for all your family in the upcoming days.
My deepest sympathy to the Simmons boys upon the loss of your dear Mother. Your former Morrisonville High School teacher Beth Fuchs
A few years ago I worked in the Walmart Vision Center and you boys brought her in to get glasses. When I put the glasses on her I remember the look on her face when she could see. I am so sorry for the loss of your mother.
So very sorry for your loss. Our deepest condolences. We will keep you in our prayers during this difficult time. God Bless ❤️
Angela Richter Wendling
Knew Ray and Jerry in school. Praying for your family.
I went to school with Jerry. So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you.