Doris Simmons
Doris Marie Maxey Simmons, 90, of Roanoke, passed away Saturday, July 25, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was the daughter of the late Fred and Beulah Maxey. Doris was a lifelong member and participant of Riverdale Baptist Church. She worked for Tultex as an office manager for many years. She gave p this position to care for her Mother in her home for 20 years. Always the nurturer and putting others needs before her own. she loved the outdoors and enjoyed working in the garden and her flower beds. Momma had a rare gift for making everyone feel seen, heard and loved. Through her work, her friendships, and the love she gave her family, she touched countless lives with kindness, strength, and compassion. To her family, she was the heart of unconditional love. To her friends, she was a source of laughter, wisdom, and unwavering support. to those she counseled, she was a guiding light and a place of comfort. You aways knew she was prying for you!! Her legacy lives on in the many lives she touched and the love she leaves behind. Though she will be deeply missed, her spirit will forever remain in every act of kindness, every word of encouragement, and every cherished memory.
She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 66 years, Joseph Simmons and precious son, Steven Raleigh Simmons, her brother Willard Maxey and sister, Lydia May Green.
She is survived by her children; Karen Simmons, Janey Scott, Beckie Wilkerson and husband Jimmy; Daughter in-law, Kathy Simmons; 9 Grandchildren, Misty, Alan, Amy, Jacob, Ashley, Matthew, Cheyenne, Deborah, Ryan; 12 Great Grandchildren; Britany, Cameron, Sierra, Sophia, Adalynn, Miranda, Dakota, anna, Clarice, Freya, Amanda, Zachary; 5 Great-Great Grandchildren; Naphari, Kahmoni, Lilly, Layla, Kinsliegh; Numerous nieces and nephews, cousins and fiends. Children who loved her like a MeMa; Lynn, Candice and Michael. A special thanks to all her Carilion Doctors and Hospice Staff. In lieu of flowers you can send contributions in her name to Saint Judes Children Hospital of Riverdale Baptist Church.
