Leon Francis Simmons

Leon F Simmons had a good life.

December 23 2014 he is with God, his mother, father and other passed loved ones.

He entered the army on Dec 17 1942 and fought in both the Italy and Normandy campaigns.

After discharged from the army, Leon returned to Connecticut as a die sinker setter and tool maker which became his career.

He married his wife of 67 years, Lucy, who resides in Little Elm, Texas.

Leon and Lucy had two daughters, Leigh and Charlotte while living in Meriden, Ct.

While in Connecticut he made sure his family had many family vacations.

To mention a few, clam digging in Rhode Island, Washington D.C.,

Niagara Falls, long weekend scenic and adventurous drives in the country.

Most of all he made sure his daughters’ went to see Santa and his elves at Santa Village.

In the search for a even a better life for his wife and young daughters, they moved to Huntington Beach Ca.in 1960.

Being a few miles from the beach they enjoyed life in the nice climate which offered a good opportunity for his family’s future.

His skills as a die and tool maker found him employment quickly with companies in the defense field where he remained employed

until retirement in the trade.

During his time of employment he would ride 10 miles on his 10 speed bike to/from work each way.

He loved yard work and being outdoors. He made sure his home appearance was top of the line.

He would grocery shop from a list his wife would make so she wouldn't have to both shop and cook for the family.

He also loved bowling with his wife and friends at various bowling alleys in the Orange County area.

Las Vegas was a must at least twice a year.

The first hotel stays were at the Hacienda at the beginning of the strip.

Then downtown at the Four Queens, and then the Golden Nugget.

He made sure each year the pit bosses and the receptionists were acknowledged with a Christmas gift.

He will be deeply missed by his wife Lou, daughters, Leigh and Charlotte.

His grandchildren Arthur, Matthew and Michael.

Great grandchildren, Jessica and Keaton.

Great Great grandchildren, Isabella and Cooper.

Per Lee's request, as he put it in a note.

"Now hear this "

No public service or viewing when I die.

The family welcomes your visit at any time at the Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery.