Richard Wayne Simmons

September 8, 1944 - June 3, 2020

Richard Wayne Simmons was born to the late Lee and Grace (Henderson) Simmons in Okmulgee, Oklahoma on Friday, September 8, 1944. Richard passed on Wednesday, June 3, 2020 at his home in Salina, Oklahoma. He was 75 years old. Richard was a sports fan. His favorite teams were the Oklahoma Sooners and the Dallas Cowboys. Richard enjoyed being around his friends and family. He had a great since of humor and was the king of one liners. Richard loved puppy dogs and would provide treats for all the dogs in his cove. Richard was a board member of the local water district. In his spare time, he liked playing card, his favorite card game was blackjack. Richard was also an avid reader. Richard worked as a Mainframe Technician for Unysis for over 40 years. After retiring in the Dallas area, Richard and Dee moved to Lake Hudson outside of Salina, OK. Richard is preceded in death by his parents, wife Dee Simmons, stepson Mark Blasingame, and seven siblings. Those left to cherish the memories of Richard are his children Steve Simmons and wife Teresa, Greg Simmons and wife Jana, stepchildren Peggy Harley and Denise Seratte, grandchildren Heather Simmons, Christopher Simmons, Greer Simmons, and Fiona Simmons, step grandchildren David Blasingame and wife Rhiana, Amber Seratte, Brianna Seratte, Keely Potter, and Aaron Blasingame. A graveside service will be held 11:00 am Monday, June 8, 2020 at the Okmulgee Cemetery with Mr. Tim Craighton officiating. In lieu of flowers, please donate to your local animal shelter.