The Lord called our beloved Robert Harrison Simmons 71, of Silsbee, TX; home from service to reward on Sunday, Mar. 29, 2026.

Services are Saturday, Apr. 11, 2026, at New Bethel Baptist Church 420 S. 10th St Silsbee, TX. Visitation will begin at 1PM until Funeral at 2PM. Interment will be Friday, Apr. 17, 2026, at 11AM in Kirby Cemetery Silsbee, TX.

Robert Harrison Simmons was born November 12, 1954, to Emett Dubois Simmons, Sr. and Irene Gilmore Simmons in Silsbee, Texas.  Robert graduated from Silsbee High School in 1973 and continued residing in Silsbee, Texas until his death.  Robert and Francis Garrett became the proud parents of four children, Linda, Tiffany, Kim, and Robert.  Robert was known to sell his famous popcorn balls throughout the neighborhood and due to his never-failing presence at various events, was often referred to as "Mr. Silsbee".  Robert was a member at New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church from childhood, eventually becoming a dutiful deacon where he served until his death.  He was also a faithful member of the male chorus, Brothers United, for over twenty years.

He is preceded in death by one daughter, Kim Garrett; and one sister, Dorris Lee ("Dot") Savoy.

Robert leaves to mourn his passing his children, Linda, Tiffany (Tommi), and Robert (Carla); four brothers; Arthur (Gwen), Emett, Jr., James, and Roy (Phyllis); 18 grandchildren; 32 great grandchildren; along with a host of aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Robert will be forever loved and deeply missed by all who were blessed to know him.  He may be gone, but he will never be forgotten.

Proctor's Mortuary - Beaumont, is in charge of final arrangements, 3522 Washington Blvd. Beaumont, TX. 77705 (409) 840-2022.The guest book can be signed; words of comfort and condolences for the family can be left at www.proctorsmortuary.com