Charles G Simmons

Charles Gordon Simmons, 84, of Port Huron, died Saturday, March 18, 2017.

He was born September 3, 1932 in Clinton Township to the late Harvey and Mary Simmons.

Charles was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army and was honorably discharged in May of 1950. Prior to his service in the military, he caddied at the Detroit Golf Club and once caddied for the “King”. He retired from Chrysler Corporation where during his employment he was recognized by Mr. Iacocca.

He was a great outdoorsman and loved to hunt, fish and bike ride along the lake in Port Huron. He was also a self-made scholar and was active in politics for many years.

Charles is survived by his sons, Kenneth (Margie) Simmons and Robert (Patty) Simmons; daughters, Karen Whitmore and Diane (Darryl) Hedblad; six grandchildren; five great grandchildren; sister, Delores; brother, Richard; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son, Ronald Simmons; and brother, Harold Simmons.

Services will take place in Lakeside Cemetery Chapel at a later date.

Memorials may be made to Heartland Hospice.

Arrangements are by Pollock-Randall Funeral Home. To send condolences, please visit www.pollockrandall.com