Graveside funeral services for Virginia Mae Simms, age 94, of Fayetteville, will be conducted 10 a.m. Saturday, July 29 at Riverview Memorial Gardens. Mrs. Simms was a native of Madison County, Alabama and born to the late Roy and Bessie Taylor on April 20, 1923. She loved to grow roses and was of the Baptist faith. She was employed for many years at the Old Largen Hotel and managed the restaurant. She went on to retire from Amana. Mrs. Simms enjoyed living at Southern Manor for ten years and recently at Bailey Manor. Mrs. Simms passed away on July 21, 2017 at Bailey Manor.
Survivors include her two daughters, Shirley Norman of Auburn, AL, and Sheila (Wayne) Simms of Fayetteville; son, Larry Simms, Missouri; sister, Avis Mitchell; brothers, Thomas Taylor and James (Faye) Taylor; five grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren, some of whom she was able to spend an enjoyable season of life, babysitting and nurturing when they were young; two great-great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Simms was preceded in death by her husband Eldon Clifton Simms and fourteen siblings.
There will be no visitation prior to services. Higgins Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Mrs. Virginia Mae Simms.
16 Comments To "Virginia Mae Simms"
#1 Comment By Rexine Pigg On July 22, 2017 @ 7:56 pm
Dwight & Jan, David & Nancy – what a legacy this precious lady leaves! Her accomplishments & her love for family and so many friends did not go unnoticed as evidenced by the tributes recorded. You have your precious memories & the assurance that she goes to meet her Father in Heaven for her just reward, everlasting life. Praise God for this outstanding life and all she did! Love & prayers go to the family. Sincerely, Rexine
#2 Comment By Sandra Stewart On July 22, 2017 @ 9:12 pm
Sheila and family,
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Your mom was very special to me because of the loving care she gave my grandmother and the friendship that she shared with my mom. I pray that God will bless you with strength in the days ahead and that you will find peace and comfort in sweet memories.
#3 Comment By Jimmy and Diane Buchanan On July 23, 2017 @ 5:18 pm
Sheila and Family,
We are very sorry to hear of your loss. I remember your Mother well from years ago. She was a very kind and sweet southern lady. May God give you comfort and peace during this very difficult time.
Jimmy and Diane
#4 Comment By Gary and Brenda Badenhop On July 24, 2017 @ 3:56 am
Sheila and family,
We are sorry to hear the loss of your mom. You certainly had her for a long time. You will be in our thoughts and prayers in the week to come. Bless you friend. Brenda and Gary
#5 Comment By Frances George On July 24, 2017 @ 12:01 pm
So sorry to hear of your loss. She was a good friend and I shall miss her. Pray God will give all of you strength during this time. Have great memories of Bible study togather. Loved her very much.
#6 Comment By Robert and Judy Strope On July 24, 2017 @ 1:05 pm
Sheila and Wayne,
We are so sorry to hear the news about Ms. Virginia’s death. Sincere sympathies to you and your family.
#7 Comment By Darlene Lockwood resident care @ SMLC On July 24, 2017 @ 3:12 pm
I was very honored to be able to assist Ms. Simms when she lived at Southern Manor. Her smile made you smile to. She was very funny most of the time and she would make us all laugh. Rest in peace my dear lady. God bless her family annd may they find peace in all the memories of her. Love to you all. Darlene
#8 Comment By Barbara Baldwin On July 24, 2017 @ 4:13 pm
Shirley, I am sorry for you loss, but I believe she must have been a special lady.
She certainly has a amazing daughter in you. I pray for safe travels for you and all your family.
#9 Comment By Pat Dillon On July 24, 2017 @ 7:38 pm
Sheila and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
#10 Comment By Kay Brewer On July 24, 2017 @ 8:13 pm
Sheila –
So sorry about your Mother, but she knew she was loved because you took very good care of her
#11 Comment By Phyllis Gauker On July 25, 2017 @ 12:44 pm
Shirley,
I will never forget your mother at your wedding. She was so happy! Almost outshone the bride. I will be thinking about you and yours.
#12 Comment By Marikyn Ehrlich On July 25, 2017 @ 3:10 pm
Shirley & Sheila..
So very sorry to hear of
Ginny’s passing..
I’m blessed with sweet memories of her.
Sitting on the swing by the pool.. her gentle, humble spirit.
I’ll be praying for your families.
In His Love and mine..
Marilyn
#13 Comment By Betty D On July 27, 2017 @ 12:23 am
I am so sorry for your loss. May the words of our loving heavenly Father bring your family comfort and strength during this most difficult time as He promises to bring our loved ones back to life in a perfect world where there will be no more suffering or death (John 5:28-29 & Revelation 21:4).
#14 Comment By Billy and Cindy Langford, On July 27, 2017 @ 4:32 pm
Sheila, praying for God’s comfort in these days-it is a comfort to know she knows the Lord and is in His presence-
#15 Comment By Nancy cottrell On July 27, 2017 @ 9:57 pm
I loved Ms. Virginia. She was a beautiful quiet soul. Sheila and family I send my condolences to you.
#16 Comment By Ron and Sharin Baker On July 28, 2017 @ 1:53 pm
Sheila and Shirley
I remeber Ginny’s visits and how sweet and kind she was. She was such a beautiful lady. I can see her in the front porch swing on Williwoood dr. You were blessed to have her as a mom.
Prayers
Ron and Sharon baker