Robert "Bob" E Simmonds

Robert Elliott Simmonds, 84, passed away peacefully in New Oxford, PA on October 16, 2026.

Formerly of Hanover, PA, born in Corning, NY, he was preceded in death by his parents Robert Howard Simmonds and Sarah Elliott Simmonds.

He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Linda Schiller Simmonds of New Oxford, PA, and their son, Daniel Robert Simmonds of East Berlin, PA, his sister Mary Simmonds Palmer and her husband William Russell Palmer of Elmira, NY, seven nieces and nephews, along with many cousins.

Bob attended the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD and was admirably discharged from the United States Marine Corps. He graduated from Hobart College and Syracuse University with degrees in Forestry & Business. He was employed by Kimberly Clark, Mead Corp, Crane Papers and retired from PH Glatfelter Company in Spring Grove, PA having worked as a sales manager and project engineer in the New Products department. He later went on to become a Deputy Wildlife Conservation Officer with the Pennsylvania Game Commission for many years.

Bob loved his family, the outdoors and his various hobbies. He enjoyed various European trips and river cruises with his wife. As a long-time member of All Saints Episcopal Church in Hanover, PA, he served numerous terms on the church vestry and was the junior warden.

There will be a funeral service at All Saints Episcopal Church on October 31, 2026 at 11 am, with military honors to follow. A light luncheon will be served following the service at the church. Arrangements are being made by Panebaker Funeral Home, Hanover, PA.

Contributions may be made in Robert's memory to All Saints Episcopal church- 890 McCosh Street and The VNA of Hanover and Spring Grove.