LaWanda Starr Simmons Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate LaWanda Starr Simmons of Martin, Tennessee, whose life came to an end on January 28, 2026 at the age of 71, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of LaWanda Starr Simmons or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Murphy Bennett and Bessie Jean Bennett; and her brother William Bennett. She is survived by: her children, Clay Simmons of Martin, TN, Kirk Simmons of Milan, TN, Stacie Simmons of Martin, TN and Alexis Blackard of Milan, TN; her grandchildren, Drew Simmons of Martin, TN, Will Simmons of Martin, TN, Haley Simmons of Martin, TN, Delaney Simmons of Milan, TN, Aiden Goodrum of Milan, TN, Josie Swafford of Milan, TN and Samuel Swafford of Milan, TN; her great grandchild Carson Simmons; and her siblings, Murphy Dunlap of Mt. Juliet, TN, Edward Brooks of Dresden, TN, Steven Bennett of Jacksonville, FL, Neil Bennett of Callahan, FL and Winniford Bennett of Dresden, TN..