Gary Simmons's obituary , Passed away on February 20, 2026 in Joplin, Missouri

Gary Simmons

May 8, 1941 - February 20, 2026 (84 years old)

Joplin, Missouri

Gary Simmons's obituary , Passed away on February 20, 2026 in Joplin, Missouri

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Simpson Funeral Home

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Gary Simmons

May 8, 1941 - February 20, 2026 (84 years old)

Joplin, Missouri

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Gary Simmons Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Gary Simmons (Joplin, Missouri), born in Greenfield, Missouri, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Gary left this world on February 20, 2026 at the age of 84, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Gary Simmons to show support.

Though Gary may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Gary touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Don Simmons and Lillian Simmons. He is survived by: his wife Mary Hurrell; his children, Kevin Simmons of Purcell, Kelly Wilson of Alba, Vincent Opat of Sierra Vista, AZ, Misty Opat of Sierra Vista, AZ and Matt McBride of Webb City; and his brother Jerry Simmons (Sue) of Carl Junction. He is also survived by his seven grand children and 1 great grandchild, nieces and nephews.

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Simpson Funeral Home



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