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SIMMONS -- James (Jim) Hugo Simmons, 79, an Albuquerque resident for 63 yrs, died August 20, 2009. Jim was born in Topeka, KS January 15, 1930 and moved to Alb. in 1946. He then attended Albuquerque High School and was a star boxer and gymnast. He later served in the U.S. Army as a Lieutenant and a marksmanship instructor. In 1973, Jim founded Simmons Plumbing Co. and ran his family business for 36 years. Jim had a lifelong passion for archery and bow hunting. He was a life member of the National Field Archers Assoc. and the NRA. Jim's love of the sport led him and a few friends to start the Alb. Field Archers Club in 1948. They were able to build an Archery range on the East side of the Sandia Mountains for all to enjoy for many years to come. Bow hunting has always brought a smile to his face. Jim died doing what he loved. While returning home from an Antelope hunt, he suffered a fatal heart attack. He was preceded in death by his parents Irvin and Cathy Simmons; his sons James C., Gregory and Paul Simmons. He is survived by his wife, Donna Martin Simmons, of 45 years; Sister Margaret Lucas; Brother John and wife Ashley Simmons; Sons David, Roy and wife Miranda; Daughters April and husband Toby Hall, Joy and husband Clint Weisel, Melody and husband Paul Valdez; Grandchildren Laura Delfino, Cameron, Hannah, Hunter, Angus, Shania, Savannah Simmons; Tina and Randy Hall, Keri and Warren Finley, Jessica and Jasmine Weisel, Paige Valdez; Great Grandchildren Klarissa Hall, Henry and Scarlet Delfino. A memorial service will be held August 29, 2009 at 2p.m. at The Montano Chapel of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. 1100 Montano NW, Albuquerque, New Mexico.
        Published on: Sat August 29, 2009