Wilma Jean Simmons

Wilma Jean Simmons, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed in Nashville Tennessee on June 22, 2024 at the age of 90. Born October 21, 1933, in Nashville, Tennessee, she was the daughter of the late Dorris Farmer and Ruby Gregory Farmer.

Jean led a fulfilling life as a seamstress for Proffitt's Department Store (formerly Castner Knotts) until her retirement. Her proudest accomplishment was her unwavering faith as a devoted Christian who was an active member of the Bible Baptist Church in Hendersonville, Tennessee.

Remembered for her feisty yet caring personality, Jean's most cherished memories revolve around her family. She poured love and dedication into the lives of her husband of 72 years, Elvis Earl Simmons; daughter Wanda (Roy) Morgan; son Michael (Rhonda) Simmons; grandchildren Jason (Jennifer) Morgan, John (Brooke) Morgan, and Brandy Tidwell; great-grandchildren Carolyn, Jacob, Eric, Jack, Logan, Ava, and Zander; as well as her surviving sisters Charlotte (John) Hale, Joanne (Ron) Renaud, and step-sister Bobbie West; brother Landon Farmer.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister Peggy Mundy; brothers Walter McGinnis and William McGinnis; her step brother George Holt; and her fur babies Princess and Jasmine.

Jean had a special bond with her family and was known to indulge in thrilling adventures with them - even braving the rides at Disney well into her 80s. Her presence brought joy and warmth to all those around her.

Services to honor and celebrate Wilma Jean Simmons's life will be held at Cole & Garrett Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Goodlettsville. Visitation will take place on June 28 from 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM and on June 29 from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. A Celebration of Life will follow on June 29 from 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM at the same location. Pastor Ben Reed will officiated and the eulogy will be delivered by Jean's grandson, John Morgan.  Burial will take place at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens in Goodlettsville. Pallbearers will be Tim Turner, Todd Simmons, Stan Simmons, Jacob Morgan, Jason Morgan and Jack Morgan.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Jean's name to Alive Hospice, 1718 Patterson Street, Nashville, TN 37203.

Cole & Garrett Funeral Home in Goodlettsville has been entrusted with the final arrangements for Mrs. Simmons.