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Everett Earl Simms,"Govner", passed away quietly August 5, 1999 at his home in Albuquerque. He was preceded in death by his eldest son, Greg Simms on February 3, 1968. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Rose Simms; daughters, Sandy Stambaugh and fiance, Ron Carman, Barbara Carlson and husband, Steve, Diane Malcolm and husband, David; sons, Kenneth Simms and wife, Charlene, and Doug Simms; and 12 grandchildren, who all live in Albuquerque. He was born in Longmont, Colorado on February 12, 1916. He served in the Army Air Corp in World War II and was part of the Flying Tigers A.V.G. After his military service, he worked for Hardin & Coggins, Miller & Smith, Universal Grading, and Universal Constructors as Superintendent of Heavy Equipment. He played a major role in the building of roads, bridges, dams, shopping centers, and other transportation development that are the foundation of the city of Albuquerque. He was a 41 year member of the Elks Lodge #461. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting and fishing. A private memorial was held for the immediate family. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Heart Assoc. Everett Simms was a great man, a loving and devoted husband and father, who now soars on wings like eagles.
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