The family of Sydney Simmons, Sr., will host a gathering of family and friends from 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM on Thursday, July 27, 2023, at Lake Ridge Chapel and Memorial Designers. A service to celebrate his life of 91 years is scheduled at 10:00 AM on Thursday, July 28, 2023, at Lake Ridge Chapel and Memorial Designers, followed by a graveside service at City of Lubbock Cemetery. He died on Wednesday, July 19, 2023. Please this page for a service broadcasting schedule, floral purchasing, and an area to share stories of Sydney with his family.
Sydney Simmons, Sr. was born February 28, 1932, to W.L. and Bessie Gayler Simmons in Cooper, TX. He married Oleta Watkins on July 28, 1950, in Lubbock, TX. Sydney was a painting and drywall contractor for many years. He was a faithful member of Bethany Baptist Church. He also enjoyed riding his Harley, rebuilding antique motorcycles, Trap Shooting, and spending time with friends and family.
Sydney is survived by a son, Jerry (Tamyra) Simmons; grandchildren, Casey (Ashleigh) Simmons, Colton (Lexi) Simmons, Cade (Peyton) Simmons; great-grandchildren, Griffin Simmons, Tate Simmons, Brady Simmons, Barrett Simmons, Drue Simmons, Beau Simmons, Andi Simmons, Reed Simmons.
He is preceded in death by wife, Oleta Simmons; son, Sydney Simmons Jr.; grandson, Nicholas Simmons; and parents, W.L., and Bessie Simmons.
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