CHARLES HENRY SIMMONS August 22, 1853 - December 21, 1930 Charles Henry Simmons, son of Tom and Martha Simmons, died at the home of his son, Howard C. Simmons, in Sedley December 21, 1930, after a long illness, being confined to his bed six months. He was bom near Sebrell, August 22, 1853, and lived in this county all of his life. He was twice married, first to Miss Cherry Knight who lived only a short time, he then married Miss Virginia Miles, who survives him and who was his companion for 47 years. He was a member of Hebron Baptist Church, a consistent Christian and a faithful church worker and was a deacon in his church for more than 20 years. In addition to his widow he survived by four children, Joseph S. Simmons of Capron, Howard C. Simmons of Sedley, Mrs. J.H. Grizzard of Branchville, and Mrs. R.P. Revelle of Newsoms, 18 grandchildren and one sister, Mrs. Nettie Smith, of Washington, N.C. Funeral services were held in the home of his son by Rev. J. Sidney Cobb and were concluded at the grave by his Pastor, Rev. A.W. Coates. Interment was made in Newsoms Cemetery Monday afternoon, the pallbearers being his nephews. "The Tidewater News" (Franklin, VA), Jan. 9, 1931 Located in http://www.usgwarchives.net/va/vafiles.htm ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ### Narrative Summary of the Obituary Charles Henry Simmons, born 22 August 1853 near Sebrell, lived in the county all his life. He was a devoted member of Hebron Baptist Church. He passed away on 21 December 1930, survived by his wife, four children, 18 grandchildren, and a sister. ### Narrative Summary of Funeral Services Funeral services for Charles Henry Simmons were held at his son's home by Rev. J. Sidney Cobb and concluded by Rev. A.W. Coates. He was interred in Newsoms Cemetery on a Monday afternoon. ### The Edited Obituary CHARLES HENRY SIMMONS 22 August 1853 - 21 December 1930 Charles Henry Simmons, son of Tom and Martha Simmons, died at the home of his son, Howard C. Simmons, in Sedley 21 December 1930, after a long illness, being confined to his bed six months. He was born near Sebrell, 22 August 1853, and lived in this county all of his life. He was twice married, first to Miss Cherry Knight who lived only a short time, he then married Miss Virginia Miles, who survives him and who was his companion for 47 years. He was a member of Hebron Baptist Church, a consistent Christian and a faithful church worker and was a deacon in his church for more than 20 years. In addition to his widow he survived by four children, Joseph S. Simmons of Capron, Howard C. Simmons of Sedley, Mrs. J.H. Grizzard of Branchville, and Mrs. R.P. Revelle of Newsoms, 18 grandchildren and one sister, Mrs. Nettie Smith, of Washington, N.C. Funeral services were held in the home of his son by Rev. J. Sidney Cobb and were concluded at the grave by his Pastor, Rev. A.W. Coates. Interment was made in Newsoms Cemetery Monday afternoon, the pallbearers being his nephews. "The Tidewater News" (Franklin, VA), 9 January 1931 Located in http://www.usgwarchives.net/va/vafiles.htm ### Vital Statistics Summary | Name | Charles Henry Simmons | |---------|------------------------------| | Age | 77 | | Birth | 22 August 1853; Near Sebrell | | Death | 21 December 1930; Sedley | ### Table of Relationships | Name | Relationship | Residence | |-------------------------|-----------------------|------------------| | Charles Henry Simmons | Decedent | Sedley | | Virginia Miles | Spouse | Sedley | | Tom Simmons | Parent | -- | | Martha Simmons | Parent | -- | | Joseph S. Simmons | Child | Capron | | Howard C. Simmons | Child | Sedley | | Mrs. J.H. Grizzard | Child | Branchville | | Mrs. R.P. Revelle | Child | Newsoms | | Mrs. Nettie Smith | Sibling | Washington, N.C. | | Cherry Knight | Predeceased Spouse | -- | ### Other Relevant Information 1. Charles Henry Simmons was a lifelong resident of the county where he was born. 2. He was a member of Hebron Baptist Church. 3. He served as a deacon in his church for more than 20 years. 4. He was known as a consistent Christian and a faithful church worker. ### Publication Details - Place: Franklin, VA - Name: The Tidewater News - Date: 9 January 1931