Ricky D. “Rick” Simms, 66, of Machesney Park, IL, passed away Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at OSF St. Anthony Medical Center. He was born June 4, 1956 in Rockford, IL, the son of Wesley “Gene” and Joy (McLean) Simms. Rick married the love of his life, Kimberly Powers on December 7, 1974. He graduated from Harlem High School, class of 1974. He worked as a maintenance electrician for over 25 years with the Harlem School District. He enjoyed fishing and snowmobiling. Rick liked watching Nascar and cheering on the Minnesota Vikings. Most of all, he adored being with his family and spending time with his grandchildren.
Rick is loved and missed by his wife, Kimberly; children, Cheri (Chad) McCoy and Dan (Stacy) Simms; grandchildren, Seth, Haley, Maegan and Austin; great-granddaughter, Nova. He was preceded in death by his parents, Wesley “Gene” and Joy Simms.
A visitation will be held from 10:00-11:00 a.m., Thursday, March 23, 2023 at Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Rd, Machesney Park, IL 61115 with a funeral service to begin at 11:00 a.m. Entombment in Sunset Memorial Gardens. To share a condolence, please visit www.sunsetfhmemgardens.com.