Gene Simmons, 63, of Lumberton, NC, passed away Wednesday, December 28, 2022, at his home. He was born in Winston-Salem, NC on August 25, 1959 to the late J.B. & Martha Simmons. He was a diesel mechanic for R&L Carriers for over 30 years until retirement.

He is survived by his wife, Jackie Smith Simmons of the home; his son, Christopher Simmons of Georgia; his daughters, Missy Pittman and husband Robert and Amanda Simmons, both of Lumberton, NC; his grandchildren, Tyler Pittman and Brendan Simmons; his great-granddaughter, Brayleigh Grace Buie; and his brother, Deane Simmons and wife Margaret of Lumberton, NC.

The family will receive friends and loved ones on Saturday, December 31, 2022, from 1:00-3:00 PM at the family home, 299 Bollinger Avenue in Lumberton, NC.