of Benton, AR
October 4, 1918 - May 16, 2010
Miss Mary Jane Simmons, age 91, of Benton passed away on Sunday, May 16, 2010 at Foxridge Estates in Bryant, Arkansas. She was born in Benton on October 4, 1918 to the late Julian Terrell Simmons and Mary Neva Simmons.
Miss Simmons retired from ALCOA after over forty years of service. She was a member of the Junior Fortnightly Club and was an active supporter of the Saline County Library. She was a lifelong member of First Baptist Church in Benton.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Jule Simmons, Robert Simmons, and Bruce Simmons, her sister, Katherine Cavender, and her nephew, Steve Cavender.
She is survived by her nephews, Greg Simmons and Dr. J. Terry Simmons both of Benton, and Douglas Simmons of Houston, Texas; nieces, Suzanne Lewis of Houston, Texas, and Becky Hurley of Deer Park, Texas, as well as numerous great nephews and nieces.
Funeral services are scheduled for 10:00 A.M., Wednesday, May 19, 2010 at Roller-Ballard Funeral Home in Benton (501-315-4047) with Dr. Rick Grant officiating. Interment will follow at Pinecrest Memorial Park in Alexander.
Visitation will be from 9:00 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, one hour prior to the service.
The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Saline County Library System: Bob Herzfeld Memorial Library, 1800 Smithers, Benton, Arkansas, 72015.
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10 Condolence(s)
Cindy Gattin
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Mary Jane.... you were always my favorite.
Patti Sue Stange
Thursday, May 20, 2010
Mary Jane.. you will be missed, however I know you are in the presence of Jesus..walking, even running on the streets of gold. You have been a blessing to my life and I am honored to have been able to get to know you in this life.. I will see you again and I will never forget you.
and to your family..God bless and keep you always in His loving hands
Megan Jessee
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
I had the great privledge to take care of Ms. Mary Jane Simmons while working at Fox Ridge. There are so many memories left of her. I believe she touched a place in everybodys heart. I know that she was in alot of pain and because of that, I'm glad that she is in a better place. She will be greatly missed! My condolences go out to her family. See you on the other side, Ms. Simmons. Love and Blessings <3
RENITA
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
I WILL MESS HER
Tiffany Williams
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
To all of Ms. Simmons family and friends, i am very sorry for your sad time but it is a fortunate time for her being that she is with her father in heaven and now she is a beautiful angel. i will pray for all of yall that you will find the peace in it. God bless you.
Tiffany Williams
Kathy Carlisle
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Mary Jane was a very nice lady. I worked with her at Alcoa. She was very humorous and kind. She was also a perfectionist. I am sorry to hear of your loss and know you will miss her.
linda hicks
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Mary Jane was a very special person. I met her at Fox Ridge when I went to work there. She taught me a lot with her wisdom and knowledge and will always have a special place in my heart. You will be greatly missed though I know you are in a better place now.
Karen Dodson Gray
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
I enjoyed knowing Mary Jane over the many years I lived in Benton. I also enjoyed visiting her at Foxridge because we would talk about people I have known all my live. She always enjoyed the pear butter that I would take to her. I will miss talking with her, but I know she is in a better place now.
Linda Branum
Monday, May 17, 2010
I worked with Mary Jane at Alcoa and enjoyed having her friendship. She always called me "Linda Bird" which is the name of Lyndon B. Johnson's daughter. My name is Linda Mae & this was a personal joke between she & I.
Erin Waller
Monday, May 17, 2010
What a wonderful library supporter Miss Simmons was! The Saline County Library appreciates and celebrates her.