John “Dorite” Simmons, age 80, of Baxley, died Thursday, November 8, 2018.

Mr. Simmons was born March 13, 1938 in Eastman, Georgia to the late Edward Montrose “Monk” Simmons and the late Anna Bell Young Simmons.  He was a Pipefitter for Local Union 177 and was preceded in death by a sister, Glynn Spaulding.

Survivors include his daughters & sons in law, Cindy & Tony Smith, Windee Simmons and Rhonda & Alvin Carlson all of Hortense. Six grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren also survive.

Funeral services will be held Monday, November 12, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Swain Funeral Home with Elder Jerry Lightsey. Visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m. until the funeral hour.

Honorary pallbearers will be members of Pipefitters Local Union 177 of Brunswick, Anguilla Hunting Club and Everett City Hunting Club.

Remembrances may be made to the Easter Seals www.easterseals.com.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.