Obituary of Thomas L. Simms

Warner Robins, GA: Councilman Thomas L. Simms, Sr., 81, died Thursday, June 23, 2005, as a result from an auto accident on March 10, 2005. Funeral Services will be at 11:00 AM Saturday at Green Acres Baptist Church in Warner Robins with burial in the Parkway Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be from 7 until 9 PM tonight Friday evening at the funeral home. The Rev. Ray Pruitt will officiate. Mr. Simms, born in Faulk, MS, a native of Mobile, AL., was the son of the late Alvin C. and Irene Jordan Simms, Sr. He was also preceded in death by a brother, A.C. Simms. He was a member of the Green Acres Baptist Church. Tom Simms was currently serving a four year term as the Sixth District City Councilman in Warner Robins. Mr. Simms was a World War II veteran, serving in the U.S. Army?s Company ?B?, 806th Engineer Aviation Battalion. He and his late wife, Dorothy Hudson, were married close to 50 years. They both worked at Brookly Field in Mobile, AL for Civil Service, and transferred his family here in 1966, both retiring from Robins Air Force Base. Mr. Simms was very patriotic and loved his country. He was always very active in the Warner Robins community and served the city in several ways. He was a active member/officer of the Spirit of 76 CB Club were his handle was ?The Governor?. He was a dedicated father involved in the city?s recreation department and active in the Northside High School Booster Club. He saw a lot of potential for growth for Warner Robins and always knew this town would grow the way it has. As Councilman, he served as spokesperson for the Senior Citizens Committee. Councilman Simms was admired by many people, could always be called upon to help his friends and neighbors and had a special one-on-one repor with everyone. Survivors include his three children: son Thomas L. Lisa Simms, Jr., two daughters, Terry A. Mark Moore, Jane E. Simms, two grandchildren William Bubba, Jessica Bernard IV, Stacie English from Perry, GA and one great granddaughter, Alyssa Nawrocki of Perry, GA. In lieu of flowers, donation may be made to the Older American?s Council at 155 Maple Street, Warner Robins, GA 31053. Heritage Memorial Funeral Home is in charge arrangements.