James Verlon Simmons

James Verlon Simmons, age 77 of Powell, went home to be with his Heavenly Father on March 9, 2021. He was a faithful member of First Baptist Church of Powell. James was an Army Veteran and was stationed in South Korea. James retired after 30 years of service at Y-12. He enjoyed playing golf with his friends, and spending time with his family. He is preceded in death by his beloved parents; Horace James Simmons and Edith Mae (Miller) Hill, and brother; Leonard Hill. He leaves behind his loving wife; Pauline “Polly” Simmons, daughter; Micah (Joe) Tripp, son; Mike Simmons, grandchildren; Alec (Brittany) Tripp, Caleb Tripp, Madeline Tripp, and many other relatives and friends. Family will receive friends from 10:00 – 12:00 PM Saturday, March 13, 2021 at Mynatt Funeral Home Halls Chapel, with a service to follow at 12:00 PM with Rev. Tim Parker officiating. Family and friends will immediately proceed to Woodhaven Memorial Gardens for interment, serving as pallbearers: Franklin Anderson, Gene Collins, Jason Smith, Jeff Smith, Caleb Tripp, Jim Wilson, Phillip Wiseman . In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Baptist Church Academy of Powell, 7706 Ewing Rd, Powell, TN 37849 or Emory Valley Center, 723 Emory Valley Rd, Oak Ridge, TN 37830. Online condolences may be left at www.mynattfh.com.