Roger E. Simmons

Roger Simmons, 67, passed away due to complications from cancer on November 15, 2018.

Roger was one of seven children born to Burl and Dola Simmons. He was raised in Southern Iowa where he met and married his high school sweetheart, Carol, with whom he celebrated 48 years of marriage this year.

He leaves behind his wife, Carol; daughters, Dawn (Dan) and Misty (Brian); sister, Gina; brother-in-law, Larry; sister-in-law, Elaine; many nieces, nephews and dear friends whom he considered family.

After high school, Roger began working with the Chicago Northerwestern Railway. From there, he enlisted in the military and spent eight years in the Army as a military police officer. He took pride in serving his country and continued to honor our veterans by participating in the Patriot Guard.

Roger retired from the U.S. Postal Service after 26 years but wouldn’t let retirement slow him down. His last job was as a maintenance worker with Hubbell Realty which he worked right up to his final day.

Roger was someone who would drop everything to help those he loved and that included many strays which found a warm loving home thanks to his compassion.

As hard working as he was, Roger enjoyed taking time out for the fun things in life like building his own home, home renovation, camping, fishing, riding his Harley, and catching every ZZ Top concert that came near Des Moines.

Roger will be deeply missed by all who were fortunate enough to be loved by him.

The family will greet friends from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday, November 19, 2018 at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street. A graveside service will be held at 11:30 am Tuesday, November 20th at Rose Hill Cemetery in Blockton, Iowa.

In lieu of flowers, please direct memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society or the Animal Rescue League of Iowa in loving memory of Roger.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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