R. W. (Scott) Simmons Devoted husband and family man, successful businessman, committed Christian, proud Salvationist, caring friend for those in need and less fortunate than himself. Scott lived a long and vibrant life and passed away peacefully in his sleep in the early hours of Sunday May 20, 2018. Scott was born in Lewisporte, NL on October 4, 1932, the first of 10 children to Willis and Ida Simmons. He spent most of his childhood growing up in the railroad town of Bishop’s Falls. With his outgoing personality and a love of people, he made many friends and colleagues over his 85 years. Many are left to mourn his passing: his loving wife of 63 years, Ruby Estella Simmons (nee Legge); 5 children - Bruce, June (Henry), Keith (Darlene), Bonnie (Blair), Wayne (Nadia); 12 grandchildren - David (Sara), Stephanie (Blake), Jennifer (Owen), Janice, Jonathan, Sharleen (Chad), Stephen (Michelin), Sarah (Sean), Kurtis, Matthew, Christopher (Emma), Amy (Kevin); 6 great-grandchildren - Felicity, Bella, Anna, Kate, Eva, Lillie; brothers and sisters - Roger (Glorina), Bonnie (Ron), Dave (Valda), Rose, Dale (Marilyn), Cavell; brothers- and sisters-in-law, Bernice Simmons, Dom and Audrey Howse, Ed and Fern Lutz; special friends Bern and Debbie Pollett, Roy Brown; loyal employees who became great friends, Pete Alexander, Jim Jenkins; a very large circle of friends and colleagues. Scott was predeceased by his parents, Willis and Ida Simmons, father- and mother-in-law Wilson and Eva Legge, brothers Noel Simmons and Howard Simmons, sister Yvonne Reid and brother-in-law Jim Reid. Scott and Ruby loved each other very much and shared a wonderful life together, raising their children in a Christian home, working hard, building a business and travelling the world. Scott’s greatest joy was providing for Ruby and giving her and their family the best life he knew possible. His formative years taught him a strong work ethic, the value of money, thriftiness and a willingness to take chances; this served him well in his working and business career. He took great pride in his work, whether as the Circulation Manager with the Western Star, Marketing Manager with Atlantic Design Homes, or running his various business operations, Scosim Driving School, Humber Esso service station, many construction initiatives and the family farms, Hammond Farm and Scosim Farms. He put his business acumen to good use by serving on several agricultural boards and was inducted into the Atlantic Agricultural Hall of Fame in 1997. Scott valued hard work and expected nothing less from himself and others; he equally enjoyed the fruits of his labour and he loved to surround himself with people and to socialize with friends; he laughed often and enjoyed a good story and a clean joke – whether it was him or someone else telling it. Wherever he went, he found a new friend. Scott loved the Lord and always welcomed the opportunity to witness to others. He thoroughly enjoyed worshiping at the Salvation Army and was an active member of the band for much of his adult life. He cared for others deeply and always looked for ways to offer his help; whether with Christmas hampers, a neighbour in need, a quiet prayer, assisting with a highway accident, or volunteering with the cleanup in New York City after the 9-11 attacks – he would put his knowledge, expertise and caring nature to work. He took great pride in teaching his children and grandchildren the importance of helping others less fortunate. The family would like to thank those who provided care to Scott in recent years: Dr. Robert Young, the staff of 2 South Long Term Care, Corner Brook and 3rd Floor ALC Western Memorial Regional Hospital, Sandy Park with TLC home care, Barb Balsom with Community Health and other employees from the various health care facilities and organizations. Visitation will take place at Fillatre’s Funeral Home, St. Mark’s Avenue, Corner Brook – Friday, May 25, 2018, 2:00 – 4:00 pm and 7:00 – 9:00 pm. Funeral service will be held at the Salvation Army Temple, O’Connell Drive, Corner Brook, 2:00 pm Saturday, May 26, 2018. To continue Scott’s legacy of caring and giving, donations may be made to the Corner Brook Salvation Army Family Services. The family guestbook may be signed by visiting www.fillatre.ca.