Myron Simmons Jr

KAY SIMMONS IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Myron Kay Simmons Jr., 72, of Idaho Falls passed away December 1, 2008 at his home. He was born November 16, 1936 in Idaho Falls to Myron Kay Simmons, Sr. and Nola Harris Simmons. He grew up in the Ririe area and graduated from Ririe High School. He married Sharon Marie Cromwell on June 21, 1957. They made their home in Idaho Falls, where Kay was a police officer with the Idaho Falls Police for 35 years. He was a member of the Nazarene Church. Kay enjoyed golfing, fishing bowling, camping and woodwork. He especially enjoyed spending time with his sons, grandchildren, and doing projects with his daughter-in-law, Debi. Survivors include, his wife, Sharon of Idaho Falls; Son, Bradley Kay (Debi) Simmons of Idaho Falls; Son, Kurt Alan Simmons of Idaho Falls; Son, Douglas Richard Simmons of Shelley; Brother, Ronald Flamm of OR 8 Grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Bonnie Lou Cartier. Funeral Services will be at 1:00 p.m. Friday, December 5, 2008, at the Church of the Nazarene, 1900 Grandview Drive. The family will visit with friends from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday at Wood Funeral Home, 273 N. Ridge, and Friday from 12 Noon to 12:45 p.m. at the church prior to the services. Burial will be in the Ririe-Shelton Cemetery. --------------------------------------------- Condolences sent online: Laura Wells sabina2k@yahoo.com Dear Dear Sharon, I really don't know what to say, I love you and my heart is aching for you and your family. I had no idea Kay was so bad. He was a wonderful man. I guess it would only be selfish to wish him to have to live on in a life of pain and agony. I will remember him with a smile and know you as a family will do the same. Love You, Please let us know if you need anything . . . we're just around the corner, Laura Candice Preston ccmpreston@msn.com Sharon, I am so saddened to hear of your loss. Kay was always so sweet to me whenever I delivered your candle orders. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you go through this tough time! God Bless! John Hand john.hand@hp.com Our best wishes to the entire Simmons family during this time. We remember Kay's friendliness as a neighbor -- my special memory involves Boy Scout fingerprinting and a very patient police officer. Royce Lee roycelee@cableone.net I am very sorry about Kay passing away. I enjoyed knowing Kay as a police officer for many years. He was always a good example to everyone around him by his respect for each person, no matter what their circumstances were. I am sure he will be missed by his family and friends. Janice Kay was a wonderful man, and will be missed and always loved. God bless Kriss Hollingsworth kriss26@msn.com Sharon, I am saddened to hear of Kay's passing. You and your family are in my prayers and thoughts at this time. Kay was very special to me and will always be in my heart. He was my "Sargent" for years at the dept. I will miss him deeply. Wendy Morgan (Wray) (Hudman) yorkyhouse@aol.com Dear Sharon, My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you the boy's and all your family. Though circumstances changed, Grandma Nola gave me another family and that never did change. I will alway's love Kay and your family. May, you know the lives touched by Kay are not forgotten. A beautiful human being. I pray that you and all your loved one's know how valued and loved you are. Love always, Wendy Mark Cerchione mcerc5133@yahoo.com Kay was such a wonderful man. He had a great impact on my life. A more decent, caring and fair man cannot be found. To Sharon, Brad, Kurt and Doug; I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I know how much you all loved him. I loved him too. May God bless you all during this difficult time and always.