Willie Edward Simmons was born to Robert and Birdie Mae Simmons in Paducah Tx on March 11, 1932. Willie was educated in the Paducah School System and then went in the United States Army. As a "Special Forces Solider" he served well and was Honorably Discharged. Willie was united in Holy Matrimony with the love of his life Helen (Washington) Simmons on September 24, 1964 To their union was 6 children. Willie worked for Wilson and Clark Pools until he retired. Willie is proceeded in death by his wife Helen Simmons, his children Stephanie, Rodney, Christina, Bill and Tony Simmons. He leaves to cherish his memories his daughters: Alissha and Angela Simmons; his son Mark Simmons;his grandchildren: Richard and Rachel Grisgby, Josh Parrish, Asia Brown, C.J. and Andrew Harrell,Mark Jr, Nissi, Tamani, Markell, Markquise,Tria, Chynna Simmons, Shylwanda, Denzall and Kendall Simmons and Anyssa Manning; his brother James (Martha) Simmons; 8 great-grandchildren, nephews and a niece, cousins, family and friends. Visitation will be held March 17th at 10am with immediate services at 11am . The Simmons Family would like to extend their heart felt appreciations and gratitude to everyone in their time of grief