Francis J. “Frank” Simmonds
Sunday, May 24, 1925
Date of Death:
Wednesday, June 1, 2016
Age:
91 years old
Sunday, May 24, 1925
Date of Death:
Wednesday, June 1, 2016
Age:
91 years old
Sunday, May 24, 1925
Date of Death:
Wednesday, June 1, 2016
Age:
91 years old
Francis J. “Frank” Simmonds
A Memorial Mass for Francis J. “Frank” Simmonds will be at 11:00AM Monday, June 6, 2016 at Resurrection Catholic Church in Rochester officiated by the Revs. Kevin Connolly and Shawn Haremza. Visitation will be one hour prior to the Mass at the church. Burial will be at 1:30pm at Oakwood East Cemetery with Military Honors provided by American Legion Post 92.
Mr. Simmonds, 91, of Rochester, died Wednesday, June 1, 2016 at Seasons Hospice.
He was born Francis James Simmonds May 24, 1925 at Benson, Minnesota to Francis Joseph and Margaret (Bouta) Simmonds. He grew up in DeGraff, MN and graduated from Benson High School.
Frank served in the United States Coast Guard from 1943 to 1946. On January 25, 1947 he married Gladys I. Gauthier. She passed away July 27, 2008.
He and his brother, Joseph worked together as business partners for 34 years. He moved to Rochester in 1991. He enjoyed woodcarving, reading and spending time with family.
Frank is survived by five daughters, Terri (Ron) Jones of Farmington, Debbie (Mike) Benson, of Rochester, Cheryl (Steve) Sering, of Rochester, Sandy (Jed) Nikolai of Chaska and Mary (Dave) Egge, of Rochester. He is also survived by his brother, Joseph Simmonds of DeGraff and a sister, Joan (Larry) Ashburn of Benson.
Nine grandchildren survive: Erik (Melissa) Benson, Chad (Tara) Benson, Jason (Jessica) Egge, Tammy (Andy) Sorum, Josh (Han) Egge, Tracy (Tom) Worm, Chelsey Fowler, Mason and Zack Nickolai.
In addition, 13 great-grandchildren survive: Natalie, Noah and Audrey Egge; Ella and Lily Benson and Zia Benson; Alex, Hannah and Greta Sorum; Ethan, Evan, Emmit and Eli Worm.
He was preceded in death by his wife Gladys, infant daughter Sharon, brother Robert, infant brother John and sisters Patricia and Mary.
In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to St. Vincent De Paul Charities, an organization that assists the poor, Channel One or Donor’s Choice.
Condolences
The family of Francis J. “Frank” Simmonds has received the following condolences.
Debbie and Family our thoughts and prayers to you during this time of grief. We are sorry for your loss.
what an awesome person, such a sweet Man. So happy to get to know him??
Debbie, Mike and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Frank and Gladys were such kind neighbors and friends. It was a blessing and a pleasure to get to know Frank and Gladys. Our son, Mark truly enjoyed mowing Frank's lawn. Mark was always impressed by Frank's equipment and gadgets! I remember when Mark (about 7 years old) gave Frank/Gladys a May Day basket. He placed the basket of candy by the front door, rang the door bell several times, and then slowly walked home. When I asked Mark why he didn't run away, Mark's comment was "Frank can't catch me". What great memories we have of Frank/Gladys. May God bless Frank and Gladys and your families.
Mary and Steven Hopper
Ah Frank so sorry to hear you've gone. You were one of the best parts of my childhood. I know your patience wss often tested ( you did have 5 girls) but every time Debbie and I walked into the Produce you always greeted her and me with a smile. So happy you are with Glad now. Thanks for the memories and smiles and being a great guy .
Uncle Frank will be missed, but he was greatly loved in life. He's back with Gladys, now, and for him that is heaven. Bless you, Uncle Frank, and my thoughts and prayers for his daughters and their families.
So sorry for your loss. Uncle Frank was always such a nice man. I know you will all miss him dearly. You're all in my thoughts and prayers.
Deb, Mike and Family
We are so very sorry to hear about your dad and grandpa - he really was a neat man! I met him a couple of times when I worked with Deb at Greenway - loved hearing Frank and Gladys stories! Peace and comfort to you all!
So sorry to here the sad news Frank was a great man can always remember doing business with Frank and always had to have coffee at Kelly's or a quick coke so sad never forgotten prayers to all
Prayers and thoughts go out to all the family -I spent many days at Frank's house growing up in Degraff-always a smile on his face-hugs to all
Kim Schwendemann Skare
Terri and family,
We were sorry to hear about Frank, however not unexpected. You had told us he was ready to meet Gladys so it's not all sad. But we know how hard it is to lose a parent, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle, and friend. Our thoughts are with you all. We will help you celebrate his life on Monday. We wish you strength in the days ahead.
We absolutely love this man, Frank Simmonds, my uncle and godfather. He was such a kind hearted man, and we enjoyed our visits with him and his wife Gladys (my aunt and godmom) and other family. I love thinking of him meeting his beloved wife and daughter, and other family members and friends, but most of all Jesus. He was a very faithful man, and I'm sure was welcomed with open arms. Our loss, heavens gain! Rest in Peace, Uncle Frank.
I'm so sorry for the loss of your father.
So very sorry for the lose of your father. Our prayers are with you at this time.