Larry Simms

Larry Leroy ''Lippy'' Simms, 51, Cadiz, formerly of West Frankfort, Illinois, died Monday, June 30, 2008 at his home. He was born September 1, 1956 in Martins Ferry, Ohio a son of Charles L. Simms of Scio and the late Mabel Barnhart Simms Richards. Larry was a former coal miner, mine electrician, a member of the UMWA and an avid fisherman. Larry is survived by a son, James Charles JaColby (Heidi) Simms of Herrin, Illinois; a stepson, Keith Hutchason serving with the U.S. Military; a grandson, Xander Michael Simms; a sister, Sherri (Ernie) Mansfield of Cadiz; 2 brothers: Terry (Gail) Simms and Gary (Lori) Simms all of West Frankfort, Illinois; several nieces and nephews. Calling hours will be held Wednesday, July 2, 7-9 at Clark-Kirkland Funeral Home, Cadiz, where funeral service will be held Thursday at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. R.J. Leek officiating. Burial will follow at Cadiz Union Cemetery. The memorial guestbook may be signed at www.clark-kirkland.com.

Service

Wednesday, July 2, 2008 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Clark-Kirkland-Barr Funeral Home, Inc.
172 South Main Street Cadiz 4390, United States

Service

Thursday, July 3, 2008 11:00 AM
Clark-Kirkland-Barr Funeral Home, Inc.
172 South Main Street Cadiz 4390, United States