Judy Alice Simmons , age 80, of Franklin, WV, passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at Augusta Health Care Center in Fishersville, VA. She was born on March 31, 1944, in Harrisonburg, VA, the daughter of the late Joseph A and Virgie Mae (Hartman) Simmons.

Judy was a 1963 graduate of Franklin High School and a member of Friends Run Church of the Brethren. She had worked at Franklin Garment Company and Hanover Shoe Company. Judy loved spending time with her family and friends.

Judy leaves behind to cherish her memory: a son, Perry Simmons (Lisa) of Port Republic, VA; 3 sisters, Velma Lantz of Franklin, WV, Sally George of Riverton, WV, Bonnie Davis of Franklin, WV; 3 brothers, Lacy Simmons, George Simmons (Edna), Perry Simmons (Linda) all of Franklin, WV; and a grandson, Isaac Simmons (Allisha) of Gordonsville, VA. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by: a brother, Reford Simmons; and 2 sisters, Guilda Meadows and Shirley Alexander.

A graveside service with interment will be held on Saturday, September 28, 2024, at 11:00 AM at the Simmons Family Cemetery on Smith Creek, Franklin, WV. Judy's family will receive friends at the Basagic Funeral Home on Saturday, 1-2 PM with a memorial service in the funeral home chapel at 2:00 PM, with Pastor Alan Sisson officiating. Memories and words of comfort may be left at www.basagic.com.