Ed Simmons, 76, died on Tuesday, March 27, 2018, at 1:47 p.m. at Lima Memorial Health System.

He was born on Nov. 24, 1941, to the late Edward A. and Ruth L. (Goddard) Simmons. On July 9, 1960, Ed married JoAnn Runser and she survives in Ada.

Ed was a tool and die maker at Rockwell in Kenton. He was a 1960 graduate of Ada High School. Ed was a member of the Ada First Baptist Church. He enjoyed singing in Gospel quartets including Gospel Messengers, Ambassadors, and Glory Bound Quartet.  Ed was a former member of the Ada Village Council. He loved the Lord and his family.

Also surviving are two sons: Tom (Julie) Simmons of Ada and Joe (Marisha) Simmons of Elida; two daughters: Lori Archer of Findlay and Amy (Mark) Hartman of Rawson; eight grandchildren: Tyler Simmons, Lindsay (Austin) Conley, Taylor Marker, Luke Simmons, Jacob Simmons, Zakk Stiles, Garrett Simmons, and Braden Simmons; one great grandson on the way; a brother: Jerry (Val) Simmons of Ada; and a sister: Bev (Jerry) Oates of Ada.

It was his wish to be cremated. A celebration of life will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 21, at the Ada First Baptist Church with Pastor Jack Duffy officiating. A visitation will be held following the service from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 21, at the church.                

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Ada First Baptist Church.