Richard Dwight Simmons, Sr., 74, 0f Southport, NC (Boiling Spring Lakes Community), passed away on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, in the Lower Cape Fear Life Care Center, "Brunswick House" following a time of declining health.

Richard was born in Southport, NC, on July 19, 1950, and was a son of the late Blanco and Lucas Marie Smith Simmons. In addition to his parents, Richard was preceded in death by a son, Michael Simmons, and a brother, Timmy Simmons.

He served in the US Navy, retired from Sunny point Military Ocean terminal and served as a deacon among other areas in the First Baptist Church of Boiling Spring Lakes, NC. (Southport, NC). He served the Lord and was an inspiration to many people.

Surviving are his devoted and loving wife of 55 years, Jane E. Simmons; two sons, David Simmons, (Amy), Richard "Rick" Simmons; three daughters, Sherry S. Seitter (Eddie), Barbara Simmons, Rebecca "Becky" Simmons; a sister, Marie Simmons; twelve grandchildren, and one great grandchild.

In honor of his wishes, a private celebration will be held.

The family respectfully asks that you consider donations to the Lower Cape Fear LifeCare, 955 Mercy Lane, Bolivia, NC 28422, www.lifecare.org for the special care that Richard and the family received while he was in their care.

Online condolences are encouraged and may be sent to the family at www.fulwoodfuneralservice.com

Michael J Fulwood Funeral Service Licensee, 910-471-5441

Lower Cape Fear Hospice, Brunswick House
955 Mercy Lane, Bolivia NC 28422
Web: http://www.lifecare.org