Richard "Dick" Lewis Simmons

Richard Lewis Simmons, aka “Dicky-Doo” or “Dick”, 71, of Indianapolis left this earth Saturday, January 18, 2025 at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. Dick was born January 18, 1954, in Indianapolis to the late Noah L. and Anna Marie Simmons. Dick didn’t know a stranger and was the life of the party. If you had the pleasure of knowing Dick, you knew you were in good company and in for a good time. Dick was known for his late-night wisdom and his famous “Ho baby Ho!” Dick has a lifelong passion for helping others and dedicated his life in the medical field. From the first Wishard Hospital Paramedic class of 1974, to working the cardiac cath-lab at Methodist Hospital, to working the road as a medical sales representative for his good friend Chuck Robinson, to an amazing career with Boston Scientific in cardiac care devices with his good friend Bob Wlekinski. Dick didn’t do it for the glory or the money, he did it because he cared about every patient. Dick loved all things sports. His love for his Chicago Bears, Indiana Pacers, Butler Bulldogs, and his beloved Hoosiers were unmatched. He was also a long-time Indianapolis 500 patron, attending well over fifty Indy 500 races. If you attended a race with Dick, you knew that “Back Home Again, in Indiana" was always a special moment that would end with happy tears. Dick also loved his family more than most would be able to understand. He enjoyed spending time with his granddaughter, Vera, fishing with his eldest son, Zach, and golfing with his youngest son, Alex. Dick also loved the dance of life with his beloved wife of 45 years, Reida. Dick and Reida’s love for each other was clear and unmatched, as they traveled the country together, and never left a euchre table without a win. Dick is survived by his loving wife, Reida Simmons; sons, Zachary Simmons and Alex (Valerie) Simmons; granddaughter, Vera Simmons; and his brother from another mother for over forty years, Randy (Lisa) Sorgius; and the hundreds of people who were apart of Dick’s life. The funeral services will be held at Shirley Brothers Irving Hill Chapel, 5377 East Washington Street, Indianapolis, Indiana, because if you knew Dick, he would roll over in his grave if he was buried in Kentucky. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service at 12 noon. For his family and friends in Owensboro, Kentucky, a celebration of life will be held at a later date and time. Floral arrangements can be made to Shirley Brothers Irving Hill Chapel, 5377 East Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN 46219. www.shirleybrothers.com

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Richard "Dick" Lewis Simmons

January 18, 1954 - January 18, 2025