David Simmons Sr.

Born on October 24, 1941 in Brooklyn, NY, he was the son of the late Alex Simmons and the late Henrietta Janicke Massie. David was a 1960 graduate of Amherst High School and retired from the Lynchburg Foundry. He moved to Virginia at the age of 4 and has been a lifelong resident of Amherst County. David was a charter member of the Monelison Rescue Squad and volunteered for many years with the squad. He worked many hours during Hurricane Camille in 1969 to aid in the search and rescue of those affected. David had a love for his garden and grew many prize vegetables. He and his neighbors, Nancy and the late LT Ayers would have competitions to see whose garden was the best.

David is survived by his son, David Simmons, Jr. (Nora Booker) of Rustburg; grandchildren, David Simmons, III and Brittney Larson (Dean); great grandchildren, Nevaeh and Anjel; sister’s, Betsy Ayers (Lloyd) and Leah Lovell (Kenny); and ex-wife and close friend, Nancy Simmons.

In keeping with David’s wishes, there will be no formal services at this time.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Monelison Rescue Squad.