John E.Simms, age 78, of Tewksbury, formerly of Medford, and Indian Lake Estates, FL, passed away April 24. Beloved husband of the late Janet Deasy-Simms. Father of Jeannine L. Briley and her husband Glen of Tewksbury. Step-father of Dennis Donahue and his wife Barbara of Woburn, Irene Pulaski and her husband Jim of Greenfield, Bonny Carroll of Somerville and the late Ellen, Kathleen, and Patricia. Brother of Joyce St. Amand and the late Curtis Simms, Phyllis Williams-Welch, and Robert Simms.
He also leaves several grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Relatives and friends will be received on Saturday, April, 28, from 2-4 p.m., at the Farmer & Dee Funeral Home, 16 Lee St., Tewksbury. At his request there are no services. Kindly Omit Flowers. Donations in his memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 311 Arsenal St., Watertown, MA 02472.