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Meredith Simmons Obituary

Meredith Mae Simmons, age 91, of Colorado Springs died peacefully at the Medalion Nursing Home on January 26, 2015. Meredith was a very loving wife and mother.

Mrs. Simmons was born April 6, 1923 in Brooklyn, New York to Herbert and Meredith (Dye) Michael. She was married to John O. Simmons May 9, 1942.

She lived in Colorado Springs, Colorado since 1958 and resided 10 years in Escondido, California while caring for her parents.

She is survived by 3 sons: J.D. (Sue), Joel (Christy), Steve (Tinker); 1 daughter, Linda Talbert (Lonnie) of Grand Junction, Colorado; 4 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; 2 nieces; and 2 nephews. Her loving husband of 69 years preceded her in death, as well as one grandson, Matthew.

Memorial services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, January 30, 2015 at Medalion, 1719 East Bijou Street, with Chaplain Dave Campbell officiating. Private inurnment will be at Evergreen Cemetery.

Memorials in Meredith's name may be made to The ALS Association Rocky Mountain Chapter, 10855 Dover Street, Suite 500, Westminster CO 80021.

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Published by The Gazette on Jan. 28, 2015.

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February 1, 2015

J.D., I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Cheryl Seals

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January 29, 2015

Joal& Family,May the good lord be with you at this time of your loss. It was a pleasure doing Miss Merideths hair,we had many great conversations.May she be Resting In Paradise ~+~

Jim & Kathy Stutts

January 29, 2015

J.D. and family. Wish we could be there with you. Know that you are all in our prayers. May sweet memories fill of your loving Mom fill your hearts in the days to come.
Much love.

Chuck Freese

January 28, 2015

JD, Joel and family. Sorry to hear about your mother. I always enjoyed talking to her and taking her around to her appointments. She was always very kind. All my best to all of you.

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