Anne Simmons Obituary

Anne Simmons(nee Tomek), daughter of the late Stephen and Helen Tomek, passed away at the age of 71 on January 13, 2025. Anne is survived by her beloved brothers and sisters; Elaine (Jesse) Fugate, Lawrence Tomek, Mary Alice (Timothy) Dooley, Joseph (Betty) Tomek, Catherine (Lonnie) Swiger, and Michael (Marie) Tomek. She was also preceded in death by her nieces, Christine Fugate and Michelle Swiger.

Annie, as she was sometimes affectionately known, was a graduate of the Institute of Notre Dame. She very much enjoyed her ongoing pursuit of knowledge and new experiences, along with her interests in photography, traveling, and most recently sailing.

She always took a genuine interest in the lives of people she met and was always willing to do anything she could to help and support everyone she knew. Anne was incredibly loving and compassionate to all those around her, making each person feel special.

Anne's most fulfilling enjoyment came from sharing in the lives and activities of her numerous cherished nieces and nephews with whom she created wonderful memories throughout their years growing up. She also enjoyed spending time with her many dear cousins and friends.

Anne had a zest for the joys in life, always finding a reason and a way to celebrate!

She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

The family will receive friends at St. Joseph Parish, 100 Church Lane, Cockeysville, MD 21030, on March 22, 2025, from 10:00 - 11:00AM after which time the Funeral Mass will begin at 11:00AM.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Anne may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, at www.stjude.org or by mail at 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.