Stephen L. Simmons, Sr. age 69 of Chester, VA, formerly of Clinton, IA, passed away Sunday Jan. 30, 2022 at Chippenham Hospital in Richmond, VA, from complications from Multiple Myeloma. Funeral service will be held 1:00 PM Saturday Feb. 5th at the Pape Funeral Home. Visitation will be held Saturday 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM at the Pape Funeral Home. Burial will be at Clinton Lawn Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the family or to Healthwell Foundation. Due to COVID-19 pandemic, the family would prefer masks to be worn at the visitation and service. Online condolences may be left at www.papefh.com
Stephen was born on Aug. 19, 1952 in Clinton, IA the son of Frank and Dolores (Leonard) Simmons. He graduated from Clinton High School in 1970. Stephen married Lois Bentley on Feb. 13, 1971 in Clinton, IA. He worked as a printer pressman at the former International Paper Co., Clinton, IA. Steve retired in 2017 after 16 years at Amcor Packaging, Chester, VA.
Stephen is survived by his wife, Lois Simmons of Chester, VA; three sons, Stephen (Laura) Simmons, Jr. of Chester, VA, Ryan (Ashleigh) Simmons of Davis, IL, and Adam Simmons of Clinton, IA; seven grandchildren; three brothers, James Simmons of Canon City, CO, Bruce (Susan) Simmons of Bettendorf, IA, and Frank (Michi) Simmons of Stockton, CA; three sisters, Debra Roesger of Navarre, FL, Donna (Mike) Lueders and Brenda (Dean) Merrill both of Clinton, IA; and several nieces & nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, a son John, a brother Dennis, and a two sisters Mary and Diane.
It has been a long time since I last saw Steve, but I remember our days together when he was a guitarist for our rock ban “The Zounds” in the mid-60s. Those were fun days and a great experience to know Steve. Condolences to his entire family from me and my wife, Debbie.
Very sad to hear of Steve’s passing. Many good memories of Steve over the years. Was a great guy to B.S with.
I was incredibly lucky to have the opportunity to work with and for Steve during my time at International Paper. He was funny, kind, encouraging, and an all around pleasure to know. I consider him one of my mentors and know that he will be sorely missed. My condolences to his family.
Words cannot express our sadness on Steve’s passing. We will always cherish the fun times we had with him and Lois. Rest In Peace Steve.
So very sorry for your loss