Buster Marion Simmons

Buster Marion Simmons, 91, a resident of Farmington, passed away July 20, 2013, in Fayetteville. He was born July 7, 1922, at Orange County, N.C., the son of Tom and Olivia Jackson Simmons. Buster served in the United States Army during World War II. He was a Combat Medic in the 30th Infantry Division throughout the European theater. He served as the Chaplain for the 30th infantry division reunions. Buster attended many reunions in Europe and all over the USA. His favorite trip to Europe was in 1994 when his granddaughter traveled with him. He worked until he was more than 80 years old. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife of 67 years Bessie Mae Simmons; two sons Eric G. Simmons and William J. "Sandy" Simmons; three brothers, William Clinton, Glimer and Wayne; one sister, Lucille Oakley. Survivors include one daughter-in-law, Kathy Simmons; one granddaughter, Nancy Woodward and husband Rusty; one great-grandson, Garrett Woodward and his grand dachshund Buster, all of Farmington. A Memorial Service will be held Tuesday, July 23, 2013 - 4 p.m. at the Luginbuel Chapel in Prairie Grove with Preston Beeks officiating. He will be interred in Burlington, N.C., at a later date. Memorials may be made to the Willard Walker Hospice Home 325 E. Longview St., Fayetteville, AR 72704; Farmington Senior Center — Meals on Wheels, 340 W. Main, Farmington, AR 72730 or charity of your choice. Online guest book, www.luginbuel.com.