It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that the family of the late Ann Simms announces her peaceful passing at Dr. Charles L. LeGrow Health Centre in Port aux Basques on Sunday June 4th,2023 at the age of 74. Ann was the daughter of the late John and Mary MacNeil (nee Collier). She is also predeceased by her late husband John Simms of 46 years; her father and mother in-law Fred and Mary Simms, brothers; Michael MacNeil, Wayne MacNeil, Willie MacNeil, Peter MacNeil and sister; Doreen (Leo) MacArthur, sister in-law; Patsy.

Ann leaves to mourn with fond and loving memories her two sons, Bradley (Pam) and Bruce (Christa); her biggest treasures, her grandchildren; Christian, Natalee, Chase and Maddie, brothers; Jerry and Archie (Lisa), sisters; Jessie (Ron) and Rose Marie (Gord), sister in-laws; Norma, Marg, Joyce and Mary, brothers and sisters in-laws; Fred (Kay) Simms, Cyril (Sadie) Simms, Dennis (Doris) Simms, Minnie (Kevin) Parsons; plus a large circle of nieces and nephews who she loved just like her own, many cousins and friends.

Ann was a beautiful mother, grandmother and wonderful sister. She will be loved and missed by all who knew her. She loved walking and being outdoors, and vacation time with her husband and family.

Special thanks are extended to all who visited and helped Ann during her illness, all her care workers, especially Susan and Bertha who took loving care of her, East Haven Funeral Home and to all who made her mass so special.

In keeping with Ann's wishes, cremation has taken place and the funeral service will take place on Thursday June 8th,2023 at 2:00 pm at Precious Blood Roman Catholic Church in St. Andrews, NL officiated by Rev. A. Prakash. Internment will follow at Mount St. Thomas cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Ann's memory to the Canadian Lung Association (www.lung.ca/donate). Funeral arrangements were in the care of East Haven Funeral Home Inc, 57 Grand Bay Road, Port aux Basques, NL. info@easthavenfuneralhome.com (709)-695-2300 www.easthavenfuneralhome.com

Forever in our hearts