Cheryl June Simmons, age 58 of Homer, GA passed away Tuesday February 21, 2017.
Born in Commerce, GA, Ms. Simmons was the daughter of the late Roy L. and Hazel Pritchett Simmons. She was a customer service representative with Roper Pump for over 25 years, graduated from Banks Co. High School in 1976, graduated from Athens Tech and Truett McConnell with an Associate Degree, was a US Navy veteran for 7 years, a member of Homer Baptist Church and was preceded in death by a nephew, Paul Simmons.
Survivors include husband, Terry O’Kelley, Maysville; daughter, Brandee O’Kelley, Myrtle Beach, SC, brother and sister-in-law, Tony and Donna Simmons, Alto, GA; sisters and brother-in-law, Heather Simmons, Homer, Bonnie and Obie Faulkner, Homer; aunt, Peggy Lacey, Nicholson; and a number of nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held 2:00 pm Sunday February 26, 2017 at Homer Baptist Church with the Rev. Charles Crabbe and Rev. Curt Edwards officiating. Burial will follow in Mt. Carmel Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends 6-8 pm Saturday February 25, 2017 at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to CVID (Immune Deficiency Foundation), 110 W. Rd., Suite 300, Townson, MD 21204.
Online condolences may be made at iviefuneralhomecommerce.com
Arrangements are in the care of Ivie Funeral Home, Commerce, GA.
