Jerry Raymond Simmons, 65, of Jackson township, died on Monday, Sept. 21, 2009 at his home after a long battle with lung cancer. He was born on March 5, 1944 in Bloomingdale, OH and is the son of Raymond and Dorothy Simmons of Bloomingdale. He was a Methodist by faith. Jerry was a 1962 graduate of Wayne High School then graduated from the College of Business Administration at Ohio University in 1967. He and his family moved to Uniontown, OH in 1973 where he had a long and successful career within the global claims and insurance industry at General Adjustment Bureau (GAB), American Risk Management (ARM), he was senior vice President at International Risk Management (IRM) and AON Global Risk Consulting. He moved to Jackson township in 1992. Jerry recently retired from AON this summer to enjoy his family and his home. Jerry is survived by his parents Raymond and Dorothy Simmons of Bloomingdale; his three sons Michael Simmons of Canton, Mark (Melissa) Simmons of Copley and Ryan Simmons of Uniontown, Ohio; his grandchildren, Taylor, Benjamin and Zachary of Copley, Ohio; his sister, Judy (Terry) Hare of Bloomingdale; and his companion Annie Boylan. Visitation at Reed Funeral Home, North Canton Chapel, 801 Pittsburg Ave.N.W., North Canton, Ohio on Thursday, September 24th from 4-8 p.m. Visitation will be held on Friday, September 25th, from 1-3 p.m. and 6-8 p.m at the Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Road, Wintersville, OH. Funeral services, conducted by Rev Ed Gardner, will be held at the funeral home on Saturday at 12:30 p.m. . Burial will immediately follow at Bloomingdale Cemetery. Friends may make donations to the American Cancer Society.
09/03/2024
Nadine - Frank Mc Ewen
To the entire Simmons family,we are truly sorry over your loss, I remember Jerry always being patient and kind to us when we crashed at your house Judy. Our memories span the years we shared, preserving ties that bind,they build a special bridge of love and bring us peace of mind. Praying for your entire family. Nadine
09/03/2024
Mark Simmons
Pictures of my dad can be seen at this link (you might need to copy and paste it into your browser) http://picasaweb.google.com/simmons802/JerrySimmons?authkey=Gv1sRgCJ-xx-aX3uvP5gE&feat=directlink#slideshow/5384664327514106434
09/03/2024
LYLE/LINDA GROSS
WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS. WE WENT TO SCHOOL WITH JERRY, AND ARE FRIENDS OF JUDY AND TERRY. GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY AT THIS SAD TIME.
09/03/2024
Sheila Chichick
Dearest Judy: Please acept my heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your beloved brother, Jerry. I remember him as the brushcut, freckled face teenager shooting the basketball hoops - quite the player, indeed! Fond memories tucked in our hearts forever are never lost. Please extended my condolences to all your dear family. Love and Prayers, Sheila ChichicK
09/03/2024
Wanda & Tom Morris
There are no words to describe how saddened we were to hear of Jerry's passing. Our thought and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. It is never easy to say good-bye to a loved one, but I know you have wonderful memories of Jerry that can never be taken away. Thinking of you - Wanda and Tom
09/03/2024
Suzan & Bill Logsdon
We remember Jerry from Wayne High School, many years ago. He was in the band with me (Suzan). And he and Bill both played on the basketball team. Jerry was always such a nice guy. Jerry's cousin (Bill Simmons) is now married to Bill's sister (Pam). We extend our condolences to all of Jerry's family. With Sympathy, Bill & Suzan Logsdon from Cleveland, Tennessee
09/03/2024
Debbie Gibbons Greenlee
My most sincere condolences to the Simmons' family. Judy, you are in my thoughts & prayers, as is the rest of your family. I'm so sorry for your loss.
09/03/2024
Roger Diekmann
My heartfelt prayers go out to all the Simmons family. I know the Lord will be there for Jerry with open arms. Roger Diekmann
09/03/2024
Chuck and Candy Newburn
We send our thoughts and prayers to your family. Jerry and Becky and their boys, Mark, Mike and Ryan were a big part of my teenage years when they lived in Bloomingdale. Jerry and Becky made me feel like one of the family, as I spent a good deal of time with the boys babysitting. I know how close Jerry was with his boys and I know he will be greatly missed by them as well as his entire family. Candy and Chuck Newburn and Family
09/03/2024
Judith Newburn
How nice to be able to see the wonderful picture of Jerry. We will forever treasure the wonderful memories of Jerry from the time that we were just children until his death. Jerry was one of those friends who always had the time to listen to each and every person he encountered. We will expecially treasure the times in high school, watching Jerry play a terrific basketball game and play the trumpet in the band with so much passion. He truly was a "leader" in all that he did. We are thankful that our friendship carried on through our adult lives and we enjoyed a lot of time together at one another's homes. Though we lost touch in the last years, we never-ever forgot Jerry. We love you, Jerry, and you will forever be in our memories and we pray that we too, will one day join you in heaven. Love, Judy & Bob Newburn
09/03/2024
Tony & Marylou Sagrilla
To All of the Simmons Family, We were saddened to hear of your loss and hope you know our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
09/03/2024
Erin Smith
Mr & Mrs Simmons, Judy and families - You have my deepest sympathy on the passing of Jerry. I am sorry I won't be able to attend visitation. You all will be in my prayers.
09/03/2024
Denny Parks
Sincere sympathies and condolences to the Simmons family. You are all in our thoughts. Mary, Denny and Sandy Parks
09/03/2024
Kathy Zalenski
Dorothy, You and Ray are in our prayers. Please know that we will keep you in our thoughts. Kathy and Glen Zalenski
09/03/2024
Dale & Hester
We are so sorry for your loss. We pray that God would grant you comfort and peace in this difficult time.
09/03/2024
F D Ratcliff
29678My heartfelt condolences, upon just learning of Jerry's passing, go out to his family and friends. Our paths crossed professionally for four decades, and I never had any problem in holding him in high esteem - a plateau he richly deserved. F D (Drake) Ratcliff Toplis and Harding, Inc (Ret)
09/03/2024
Barbara Rowland
To the Simmons family: I was saddened to hear of Jerry's passing. I remember when we were kids dipping our Snyder's chips with holes into cokes, and eating them, so long ago it seems. My heartfelt sympathy to all, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Barbara Rowland
09/03/2024
Ruth Ashburn Gaeta
I just heard about Jerry's death from Cathy Papas, and wish to offer the sympathy of an old (very brief) school mate, class of '42. I'm so sorry. Ruth Ashburn Gaeta
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