Edward Arthur Simmons
NEW BEDFORD - Ed passed away peacefully in his sleep after a long and courageous battle with COPD on Saturday morning. He was the son of the late Everette and Ruth Simmons. Also the brother the late Dale Simmons and Robert Simmons. He is survived by his wife
Robin Simmons of New Bedford, His children Brandi Souza and her husband Ryan Souza of New Bedford, Allison Dallaire and her husband Jared Dallaire of New Bedford, and his sons Jeffrey Simmons of New Bedford, Adam Simmons of Acushnet, Nicholas Simmons of New Bedford.
He is also survived by his brother Russel Simmons and his wife Terry or Michigan and nieces and nephews He leaves behind 10 grandchildren Kobe Souza, Zachary Souza, Abigail Simmons, Caitlin Souza, Jared Dallaire Jr, Adam Simmons Jr, Adrianna Simmons, Derek Dallaire, Andrew Souza and Izaya Simmons. He was a hard working man and worked many years at Borg-Warner and he also worked at Delta Electric and McDonald's. He was a softball coach to many, and loved by all. He loved spending time with his children and grandchildren.
He will be greatly missed. By his wishes he will be cremated and a memorial will be held at a a later time to be determined.