Robert Lesley

Simmons

Robert (Bob) Lesley Simmons, 77, quietly entered the gates of Heaven on Tuesday, December 27th. He was born on December 19, 1945 in Wichita Falls, Texas to Eugene "Debs" and Willie "Mae" Simmons. He was a graduate of Wichita Falls High School and Midwestern State University. He served in the United States Navy from 1967-1972. Bob and Sara were married on January 2, 1976.

Bob was an avid dog lover. Throughout his life, he brought home several stray dogs to give them a better life. In the 80's and 90's Bob bred and showed English Bulldogs. He was recognized by the American Kennel Club for breeding several champions.

He owned Bob Simmons Specialty Advertising where he created hats, t-shirts and other accessories for several small businesses in the surrounding area.

Bob loved Jesus. You would often find him in his den listening to 60's music and old hymns or reading his Bible. He was not worried about leaving this world. He anxiously awaited the day that he would meet his Maker and get to see his dad, mom and all of his brothers and sisters.

Bob is preceded in death by his father and mother, Eugene and Mae Simmons and his brothers, Richard and Marion and sisters, Ruth and Mary Lou.

He is survived by his wife Sara, his daughters Leslie Simmons and husband Rick Johnson, Leann Zimmerman, his beloved dog Ruthie and four grand dogs.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at Bible Baptist Church in Wichita Falls, Texas at 2:00pm Sunday, January 8, 2023.