Memorial service will be held December 30, 2018 at 2:00 pm at the American Legion post #202 in Columbia, MO. Inurnment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Columbia, MO with full military honors at a later date.
Ben was born on April 27, 1927 in Pleasant Green, MO the son of Henry and Lena Simmons who preceded him in death. He was married on July 13, 2003 in New Franklin, MO to Bonnie Enochs. He was a veteran of the US Army and retired from National Bi-Products in Blackwater, MO.
Ben is survived by his wife, Bonnie Simmons of the home; eight children, Ron Simmons (Brandi) of New Franklin, MO, Doris Nichols (Dennis) of Columbia, MO, Donna Nickerson (Walter) of Boonville, MO, Daniel Simmons (Maurice) of Columbia, MO, Allen Simmons (Verna) of Macon, MO, Melvin Hawkins, Stacey Hawkins and Wayne Hawkins all of Columbia, MO; 17 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by son, Raymond Simmons, daughter, Brenda Johnston and four brothers.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to The Family of Benjamin Simmons, c/o Memorial Funeral Home, 1217 Business Loop 70 West, Columbia, MO 65202.