Ruby Benson Simmons

Loving, kind, compassionate, accommodating, patient, and forgiving are only some adjectives that describe Ruby Mae Simmons.  This beautiful gem was born on February 12, 1939, to Nathaniel and Lena Scott of Nassau, Bahamas. She was the sixth of seven children. 

Her early education began at Southern Primary School and later she completed her high school education at St. John’s College in Nassau, Bahamas.  A few years after graduation, she moved to the United States where she completed a Medical Technician Certification. 

Ruby’s career path included Lane Bryant, Bell South, and the City of Hollywood Water Department.  During her years of employment, she amassed friendships that lasted up to the time of her demise.

Ruby had many hobbies including sewing, traveling, reading, and fine dining.  She loved spending time with her family and her friends, especially her only son Nate, and the love of her life William. Her family has always made her home their home. On Mother’s Day when Nate escorted her to church, she would always be beaming with a bright smile and pride and joy could be seen on her face.  William was her life companion and buddy.  On their 25th Anniversary, they once again sealed their love and commitment to each other with the renewal of their vows.

Ruby was a devoted Christian.  She served her God and was a faithful servant.  She worshiped at Word of Life Fellowship Church for many years until her health began to decline.  

Ruby will always be remembered for her beautiful smile, her kind heart, and her generous spirit.  She will be sorely missed, but will now join her husband, and parents in that heavenly home.

Ruby’s memories will forever be cherished by her son: Nate, stepson Kevin (Tenisha), granddaughter: Leah; Adopted grandchildren: Arturo Jackson, Philip Milton Jr., and Leana Bland.  Sister: Lady Hazel Scott-Butler.  Nephews:  William (Zella), Leonard (Genevieve), Andrew (Ina), Justin (Kimberley), Basil (Lavern) Sturrup; Michael (Dulcie), Keith, Dwight (Brenda), Dwayne (Tiffany) Pratt, Gregory Scott (Sharon).  Nieces:  Ann Bridgewater (John), Thelma Bosfield (Carlton), Debbie and Dandria Scott, Cynthia Spewack (Ed), Lavaughan Bland.  Caregiver: Stacey Avant.  Relatives and special friends including Angela Taylor, Johnathan Waite, Brenda Schofield, Eunice Boyce, Gloria and Erick Raphael, Elodia Mowatt, Carrie McKinney, and a host of other family and friends too numerous to mention.