Larry was born in Pomona, California on November 28, 1936 to the late Augustus Hopson and Bernie Ola Simmers. He graduated from Pomona high school and continued on to receive his masters degree in Mechanical and Industrial Engiengineering from California Polytechnic State University. He and his wife Jacki were married June 16, 1962 and were married for 50 years.
He moved from California to Midland in 1977 and worked as an engineer for Sergeant Industries and then later Highland Pump Company until he retired. He loved taking an old car, rebuilding it, then entering it in car shows. He also loved making horseshoe art in support of a local horse sanctuary.
He is survived by his daughter Wendi Simmers, his son and daughter-in-law Mark and Janet Simmers, his grandsons Dane Simmers, Tristan Simmers, Taylor Mccarty, and Justin Mccarty.
He is preceded in death by his wife Jacki Simmers.
His son and grandsons will be his pallbearers.In lieu of flowers the family wishes for you to consider making a memorial donation in Larry’s name to Evanescent Mustang Rescue and Sanctuary in Sherman Texas.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.ellisfunerals.com for the Simmers family.
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