Mr. Fred Lucius Simms, age 84 of Sparta, passed away Friday, August 13, 2021 as a result of a farming accident.

Mr. Simms was born September 18, 1936 in the Cherry Creek Community to the late William James and Zettie Florence Tittsworth Simms. He had a strong and meticulous work ethic as evidenced by his employment in tool and die, and as owner of  Sparta Lawnmower & Saw Service for 15 years. He was known by many White County students for his longtime service as a bus driver. Fred also served over 21 years in the National Guard. One of his passions was his service in the Masonic Lodge. He was awarded Lifetime Membership of Most Wonderful Grand Lodge F. & A.M. of Tennessee and Sparta Lodge No. 99 F. & A.M. of Tennessee in August 2004. He was also a member of the Eastern Star.

In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by siblings Cameron, Eston, Parker and Mary Ann.

Surviving family members include his wife of 62 years Patricia "Pat" Saturday Simms

Two sons: Fred Marcus Simms and wife Debbie, Thomas Parker Simms and fiancé Shane

Grandchildren: Jason Simms, Levi Simms, Cameron Simms and partner Gary, Zachary Simms and wife Melanie, Nicholas Simms and wife Kelsey

Great-grandchildren: Kingston, Katilyn, Kelsey, Kirstens and Taylor

Three great-great-grandchildren

Sister: Sallie and husband James Sykes

Numerous nieces and nephews also survive

Masonic Rites and funeral services will be conducted 1:00pm, Tuesday, August 17, 2021 from the Chapel of Hunter Funeral Home with burial in Blue Spring Cemetery. The family will receive friends after 11:00am Tuesday at Hunter Funeral Home. Everett Wilson will officiate.