Richard A. Simmons' Obituary
Richard Arthur Simmons, 68, devoted husband, father and brother, went home to our Lord, September 12, 2011. “Rick” graduated from Central High School and continued his education at Christian Brothers College. He had a passion for computers and programming. Rick could always be counted on for his calm and thoughtful demeanor and would always put family first. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Cynthia Aden Simmons; two daughters, Aden Thibodeaux and Laura McKenzie; two sisters, Susie Graves and Laura O’Gara; four grandchildren, Tristan McKenzie, Chase McKenzie, Allysa Thibodeaux and Reece Thibodeaux. Pallbearers will be Eric McKenzie, Chase McKenzie, Blaine Stock, Percy Stock, Lee Bartlett and Bill Graves. The funeral service will be held Friday, September 16 at 2:30 p.m. at Memorial Park Funeral Home on Poplar Ave. Visitation will precede the service at 1:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to the charity of your choice.
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