Essie B. Simmons Obituary
The world bids farewell to Essie B. Simmons of Freeport, Illinois, departing on April 11, 2026 at the age of 81. Essie leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Essie B. Simmons or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Willie R. Jarrett and Bessie Ree Jarrett. She is survived by: her husband Willie B. Simmons; her children, Victor Simmons (Camille), Edwin "Sandy" Jarrett, Renee Simmons (Mark Whitaker), Tracy Simmons, Tonja Jarrett Sturdivant, Sonja Gates (Steven) and Willie Antione Simmons; and her siblings, Velma Buchanan, Evelyn Simmons, Thomas Jarrett, Jerry Jarrett and Brenda Whitaker. She is also survived by other relatives and friends.
