Edward Earl Simmons, age 62, of Leland, North Carolina passed away on Sunday, April 7, 2024. He was a devoted Husband, Father, Brother and Son. Earl was hardworking, loving, protective, provider, funny and loved being silly.
He is survived by his wife, Ethel Simmons; daughters, Toni McLean (Chris) and Carrie Simmons; special daughter, Kira Ramsey; son, Joey Simmons (Amber); Missy Booth, Anne Steffey and Hope Booth. grandchildren: McKenzie, Karmyn, Ava, Ryley, Mikaila, Lillian, Josh, Cassie, Bradly, Ashley, Macey, Haley: brothers and sisters, Andy, Teresa Lynda, Barbara, and lots of nieces and nephews.
A visitation for Earl will be held Thursday, April 11, 2024 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Coble Funeral & Cremation Service at Greenlawn Memorial Park, 1155 Shipyard Blvd, Wilmington, North Carolina 28412. A funeral service will occur Friday, April 12, 2024 at 2:00 PM at Coble Funeral & Cremation Service and burial to follow at Bear Branch Cemetery at 3175 Blueberry Rd Currie, NC 28435.
Serving as pallbearers will be: Chris McLean, Joey Simmons, Josh Smith, James Piver, James Hannel, Harry Bennett and Collin Bennett.
In lieu of flowers please make any donations to the Simmons family to help cover funeral expense.