M.D., F.R.C.P (Canada), K.S.G (1912-2011)– Passed peacefully away on September 19, 2011, Robert (Bob) Simms. Predeceased by his wife, Joan (Howlett); sister: Elizabeth (Betty) McClure; parents Ethel (Fox) and Robert Simms, and nephew Dr. Philip Simms. Ever remembered and loved by his daughter, Brenda (John); grandchildren: Katie and Vickie Flood; brother, Dr. Douglas Simms. Also leaving to mourn nieces and nephews: Judy DeGrace, Dr. Gregory Simms, Dr. Richard Simms, Dr. Douglas Simms Jr., Colin Simms, Andrea Adams, Joan Ronsyn, David McClure, Barbara Stanton, Carol Woltman, and Tina Belanger. Robert (Bob) Simms was born in St. John’s in 1912. He studied pre-medicine at Memorial College and studied Medicine at Guy’s Hospital Medical School, London, and Harvard University. He practiced Medicine for most of his life at two locations on Queen’s Road in offices that he shared with his brother Dr. Douglas Simms. He was Chief of Medicine at both St. Clare’s Mercy Hospital and St. John’s General Hospital. He was President of the Newfoundland Medical Association, President of the Newfoundland Medical Board and received the Queen’s Medal in 1977. The honor of Knight of St. Gregory was bestowed on him by Pope Paul VI in 1978. For those of you who knew Bob well, you may remember him for his love of family, friends and nature. He spent many happy hours fishing with his brother, Douglas, at Secret Gullies. The family wishes to thank Monsignor James Doody and Father Wayne Dohey for their spiritual guidance, Dr. Michael Furlong, Dr. Peter Seviour, Dr. Percy Crocker, staffs of St. Clare’s Mercy Hospital, Chancellor Park and T.L.C. Nursing and Homecare Services for tending to his medical and personal needs. The family also wishes to thank all of Dad’s close friends, who welcomed him into their homes, visited or called him, brought “goodies” to him and prayed for him, especially the members of St. Patrick’s Parish, it made Dad’s last few years so much happier, at a time when his mobility was less. We also want to thank our own friends, who showed such concern for our well being. Resting at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Rd. on Thursday, September 22, 2011 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. and Friday, September 23, 2011 from 2-4 & 7-9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will take place at St. Patrick’s Church on Saturday, September 24, 2011 at 9:30 a.m. Interment to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Topsail Rd. Flowers gratefully accepted or donations in his memory may be made to St. Patrick’s Church, The Lung Association or to a charity of one’s choice. To send a message of condolence or to sign the memorial guest book please visit www.carnells.com