It was with deepest and heartfelt sorrow that Lavender's Funeral Service announced the passing of DEACON JOE DAVID “J.D.” SIMMONS of Aliceville, Alabama on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at Hospice of West Alabama in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
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PUBLIC VISITATION for Deacon Simmons was Friday, February 6, 2026 from 5:00 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. at Lavender’s Funeral Service
THE HOME GOING CELEBRATION HONORING THE LIFE & LEGACY of Deacon Joe “J.D.” Simmons, of Aliceville, Alabama was Saturday, February 7, 2026, 11:00 a.m. at Dancy First Baptist Church, 797 Highway 17 in Aliceville, Alabama. The body of Deacon Simmons was in state in the church one hour prior to the service.
INTERMENT immediately followed the service in Magnolia Memorial Gardens Cemetery, 9654 Highway 14, also in Aliceville. Reverend Robert W. Jackson, Jr., Pastor of Dancy First Baptist Church was The Eulogist.
The Simmons Family Chose The Professional, Experienced, & Compassionate Funeral Directors & Staff of: Lavender's Funeral Service 11233 Highway 17 South - Aliceville, AL 35442. 205-373-2420
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To the Simmons Family: I am sorry for your lost, may you continue to hold onto the Lord's unchanging hand
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