Charles H. Simmons
May 20, 1927 - August 30, 2021
Charles H. “Chuck” “Charlie” Simmons, age 94, of Bourbonnais, passed away Monday, August 30, 2021 at his home, surrounded by his family. He was born May 20, 1927 in Beaverville, the son of Roy & Tessie Wright Simmons. Charles married Barbara Davis on September 25, 1949 at Asbury United Methodist Church in Kankakee. He was vice president general superintendent for Azzarelli Construction for 50 years. Charles was a member of the Aroma Park Boat Club and a past member of the Kankakee Elks. He was a member of the Azzarelli Keyman’s Club, Aroma Park American Legion, and the Ancient Free & Accepted Masons Lodge 389 of Kankakee for 55 years. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. Charles loved attending Maternity B.V.M. Catholic Church in Bourbonnais with his granddaughter. Surviving are three daughters, Bonnie Sue Simmons & Franco Altavilla of Los Angeles, CA, Amy Michelle & Alan LaFine of Kankakee, and Barbara Anne & Lonnie Tomono of Hilo, Hawaii; two sisters, Ann Scott of Denver, CO and Nina Hertz of Bonfield; two grandchildren, Alaina LaFine of Kankakee and Mikah Tomono of Hilo, Hawaii. Charles is preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Helen Burnley; and five brothers, Walter, Leslie, Roy, Virgil, and Robert. Due to COVID-19, private family services will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to the family wishes.
Charles H. “Chuck” “Charlie” Simmons, age 94, of Bourbonnais, passed away Monday, August 30, 2021 at his home, surrounded by his family. He was born May 20, 1927 in Beaverville, the son of Roy & Tessie Wright Simmons. Charles... View Obituary & Service Information