Wiley "Pete" Simmons

Mr. Wiley "Pete" Simmons age 72 of Waycross, Ga. passed away Saturday, February 8, 2014 at his home following an extended illness. A native of Ware County, Mr. Simmons was born February 7, l942 son of the late Grandville and Shellie White Simmons. He was retired from the mobile home industry and was of the Baptist faith. He was preceded in death by a brother Norman Simmons. Survivors include: 1 Brother: G. C. Simmons and wife Elaine of Manor, Ga. 4 Sisters: Hazel Bennett and husband Melvin of Waycross, Ga. Ruby Boyd and friend Carl Powell of Waycross, Ga. Betty Gurley and husband Curtis of Millwood, Ga. Dollie McDowell and husband Carlton of Millwood, Ga. Several Nieces, Nephews and other relatives also survive. Funeral services for Mr. Simmons were held at 2:00 P. M. today, Feb. 10, 2014 at Relihan Funeral Home in Pearson, GA. with Rev. Glenn Lindsey, Rev. Melvin Burch, Rev. Clayton Davis and Elder Dennis McDowell officiating. The interment followed in Axson Cemetery. Serving as active pallbearers were: Glenn McDowell, Travis McDowell, Johnny Simmons, Mickey Simmons, Gus Plair and John Steven Simmons.