Helen Elizabeth Simmons

Helen Elizabeth Simmons, passed away on Wednesday, April 27, 2022. Born in Nash County, NC, she was the daughter of the late Isaac Thomas Glosson and Annie Belle Long Glosson. She was also preceded in death by her first husband, Samuel Johnson; her sister, Shirley Morris; and her brothers, Roy Glosson and Tom Glosson.

Helen was a very active and faithful servant who loved her family, her church family, and her many friends. She had a heart of gold that was willing to help anyone in need. Helen loved to sing every chance she got. She enjoyed decorating and keeping a clean home. She will be deeply missed. She made a difference in the life of everyone who knew her, and she leaves behind a tremendous legacy of life, love, and laughter.

Helen is survived by her husband, Douglas Simmons; her daughter, Wanda Rowe and husband, Wayne, of Corolla, NC; her son, Larry Johnson, of Charleston, SC; her 4 grandchildren; her 8 great-grandchildren; and her 5 great-great-grandchildren.

A Funeral Service will be held on Sunday, May 1, 2022 at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Johnson Funeral Home & Cremation Services. Burial will follow the service at Rocky Mount Memorial Park. The family will receive friends and relatives on Saturday, April 30, 2022 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Johnson Funeral Home.

Flowers are welcome.

Arrangements entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 661 English Road, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.johnsonfuneralsandcremations.com.