James "Beef" Simmers, 60, of Parkesburg, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, January 18, 2015.
Born in Coatesville, he was the son of the late Evelyn M. and Pennock E. Simmers.
An area resident his entire life, James was a 1972 graduate of the Coatesville High School. He worked at the former Lukens Steel and he was an Iron Worker and a member of the Local 401 Union.
He loved music, motorcycles and spending time with his family and friends.
He is survived by his two beloved daughters: Carrianne Spaulding, wife of Eric, of Honey Brook, and Rebekah Simmers, fiance of Steven Kurtz, of Narvon; two grandchildren, William Simmers and Elysia Kurtz; and two siblings, Kenneth Simmers of Honey Brook and Barbara Robinson of Wrightsville; as well as many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Pennock Simmers Jr. and William Simmers.
Funeral Services will be held on Friday, January 23, 2015 at 11 AM at the Wilde Funeral Home, 434 Main St., Parkesburg, followed by interment in the Fairview Cemetery of Coatesville. The viewing will be held from 10 until 11 AM.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the James "Beef" Simmers Foundation, c/o Chester County Hospital, 701 East Marshall Street, West Chester, PA 19380.
Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com
Condolences
Think of Barb and her family
Our family is thinking of Barb and her family as they mourn the loss of James. 60 is way to young and we are so sorry for your loss. I hope that your family finds the strength to remember the best times with James and provide comfort and support to James' family.
condolence
Barb, All of us at Store #6 are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
James " Beef " Simmers
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Simmers family. Beef was and always will be a good friend of mine. I loved how he always made me laugh. He was taken to soon. I'm sure he has found my Bobby by now and they are already riding. No more pain. God Bless the Simmers Family. Love from Agnes "Buffie" Keylor and Family XOX
So sorry
Bekah, we were saddened to hear about your Dad. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Leslie and Vernon.
sorry hear about Beef
Dear Carri, so sorry to hear about your dad . My heart goes out to you and your family. love, Aunt Donna
R.I.P. BEEF
R.I.P. BEEF
Barb and Family
Barb and family, Your family at store #8 are sorry for your loss. Know that we have you in our thughts and prayers.
RIP BEEF
RIP BEEF
To the Simmers family, Beef
To the Simmers family, Beef is now resting in a better place. We will miss running into him from time to time. We have lost another fallin soldier of our motorcycle buddies. Thoughts & prayers go out to the family.
RIP "BEEF" tell Horace, Butch we were thinking of them also!
Deepest Condolences
Our deepest condolences go out to the entire Simmers family. May God comfort you during this rough time.
So sad to have him go so early. He will definitely be missed by so many people as he always had his way of making you smile when he saw you.
Much Love & Blessings, xoxox
Condolences
Barb, Very sorry for your loss. You & your family will be in our prayers.
From Dave and Kelly Scott
Barb and Family,
Prayers to you and your family during this time. God bless you.
Dave and Kelly
Friends
So sorry for the lose of Beef. I grow up with Beef. Always enjoyed Beefs company. what a nice person, he'll be missed. Our thoughts and prayes are with the entire family