Mrs. Simmons, 87, of Freehold Township, died Sept. 19, 2011, at home. She was born in Ash, N.C., and was the proprietor of Designs Inc., an interior design firm in Wilmington, N.C. She was predeceased by her husband, Rothwell Bisby Simmons; a daughter, June Rae Malpass; two brothers; and a sister. Surviving are two sons and daughters-in-law, Rothwell Bisby ”Rock” and Beverly Simmons, and James A. and Diane M. Simmons; eight grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren. Private services in North Carolina will be held at a date to be determined. Memorial donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation or the American Heart Association. The Higgins Memorial Home, Freehold, is in charge of arrangements.