Albert L. Simmons
May 15, 2013
Albert “Speck” Simmons, 89, passed away Wednesday, May 15, 2013, at Kavanagh on 56th Street. Per his request, his body has been cremated and no services are planned at this time.
Albert was born October 31, 1923, in North English, Iowa. He was a U.S. Army veteran. Albert worked for Baker Electric his entire career as a superintendent, and was a member of IBEW Local 347 for over 60 years. He was cherished by his family and friends and was an outstanding mentor to many. He will be deeply missed by all.
Albert is survived by his loving wife of 71 years, Kathryn; children, Trudy (Tom) Dolezal and Tracy (Janis) Simmons; daughter-in-law, Sherry Simmons; grandchildren, Ty, Tadd, Terra, Connor, Claire, and Max; five great-grandchildren; sister, Kathryn Agold; brother, Don Simmons; and many extended relatives and beloved friends. He was preceded in death by his son, Terry, and three siblings.
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Elaine Walser
05/23/2013
We will always have pleasant memories of Speck and horses. Happy times at Owen and Ruth's, Bortell Ranch, trail rides and feasting.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Katie, and to your family, especially Tadd.
Elaine and Stephanie Walser and Cathy Proctor Krieger.
Peggy Baker Hotovec
05/21/2013
Kate and family...just want you to know how much I admired Speck. He truly was one of a kind. He always had such a great smile and was always interested in what was going on. He will be greatly missed.
Bill O'Donnell
05/20/2013
Speck helped me a good deal while getting started as an electrician at Baker Electric. He was respected by all. The customers loved him. Best wishes to his family.
Steve Westberg
05/20/2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Speck was a good guy and I always respected him. He was always willing to listen. He will be missed.
John and Peggy Bortell
05/18/2013
Speck was my hero. Terry and John T were my best friends. Kate is a fantastic lady. Our condolences to Trudy and Tracy. Speck was a great mentor. John and Peggy, Glen, Glenda, and Bill Bortell
Jean Stevens Davis
05/18/2013
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Mr. Simmons was the cornerstone of a family that was always so wonderful to me. I can remember his kind and cheerful smile as easily as if it were yesterday, and I know how much he'll be missed. Love.
Marlene Wilkerson
05/17/2013
Tom and I want to send our condolences to Kate, Trudy and Tracy and their families. May all your wonderful memories be a comfort to you at this difficult time. Sincerely Tom and Marlene Wilkerson.
Phil Brown
05/17/2013
Our kids grew up with Speck and Kate's children and we all know the Simmons family. They are great parents and good friends and a pleasure to know, and we're so sorry for their loss. Heartfelt condolences to Kate and the kids from all of us. Phil Brown and family.
Dave Hearn
05/17/2013
Speck was an outstanding fellow employee and great friend. His family should be extreemly proud of his life and accomplishments. He is truly one of the individules that built Baker Electric.