Stephen Lee Simmerman

April 29, 1948 - July 9, 2021

Stephen Lee Simmerman, age 73, of Dongola, passed away on Friday, July 9, 2021 at 5:14 p.m. at his home. Steve was born on April 29, 1948 in Cairo, a son of Lee and Fran (Dunning) Simmerman. He married Cynthia Bingaman on January 18, 1984 and she survives. He proudly served his country in the United States Army having served as a medic during Vietnam. Steve worked for E.T. Simonds for many years and was a fifty year member of the IUOE Local 318A. After retiring, he was a transport driver for Tri-County Detention Center. He loved gardening, history, politics, gossiping at the gas station with his best buddies, and riding his Harley Davidson with his wife. Steve was a member of the American Gun Association and the First Baptist Church of Dongola. Survivors include his wife, Cindy Simmerman of Dongola; his daughter, Tasha Simmerman of Dongola; his beloved dogs, Weego and TT; and several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents; his parents; and two brothers, Larry Simmerman and Donald Dean Simmerman. Graveside funeral services will be held at St. John’s Cemetery in Dongola on Tuesday, July 13, 2021 with Pastor Michael Cole officiating. Military rites will be accorded by the Carroll P. Foster V.F.W. Post #3455 and the United States Army. Memorial donations may be made to American Heart Association. Envelopes will be available and accepted at the graveside service. Arrangements have been entrusted to Crain Funeral Home in Dongola.