Rita Jane Simmons Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Rita Jane Simmons of Athens, Alabama, whose life came to an end on September 4, 2025 at the age of 70, leaving behind cherished memories. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Rita Jane Simmons to show support.
As we bid Rita Jane farewell, let us not mourn the absence of her physical form, but rather celebrate the essence of her spirit that lingers in the spaces between moments. For Rita Jane is not truly gone, but merely transformed, her energy intertwined with the fabric of the universe itself, forever dancing among the stars.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Elmer Simmons and Vera Simmons (Thornton); and her sisters, Charlene Schrimsher and Deborah Simmons. She is survived by: her daughters, Mandy Moran and Ashley Glossup (Clint); her grandchildren, Tyler Graham, Trent Graham, Bailee Glossup, Bentlee Glossup and Brylee Glossup; and her siblings, Eddie Simmons (Patricia) and Rhonda Moore (Larry). She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
A graveside service was held on Wednesday, September 10th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the Reunion Cemetery (23626 Reunion Rd, Athens, AL 35613).
