Stewart Simmonds
Funeral Service
Time: 11.00am
Date: Monday 4th August 2025
Service Details:
Stewart's funeral service will be held at Accrington Crematorium, Burnley Road, Accrington BB5 6HA
Memorial Book
Suddenly at his home with his wife by his side on 19th July 2025, Stewart aged 77 years of Accrington. The devoted and much loved husband of Judith, loving and loved dad of Jackie and Glynn, dear father-in-law of Claire, cherished grandad of Cameron, Luke, Oscar and Olive, adored great-grandad of Ruben and Ayla, dear brother of Lynn, Glenys, Darrell and Tracy and a respected uncle, relative and good friend to many.
Stewart began his working life in the local mills before making the move into engineering, working for Atkinson’s in Clitheroe. He later went on to work as a dairyman for Associated Dairies, where he quickly earned the respect of his colleagues. Known for his dedication and strong work ethic, Stewart steadily worked his way up to the role of foreman and also served as the shop steward, always standing up for his team and leading with integrity.
A true social butterfly, Stewart had an endless circle of friends and loved nothing more than sharing stories over a pint or two. He was a keen darts and dominoes player, representing several teams, including the BDO Town Team and Lancashire. He became a familiar and well-loved face on the competition circuit. Stewart also had a deep love for music, both listening and playing. He enjoyed strumming away on his guitar and was always at the heart of any gathering. His one-liners could fill a room with laughter in seconds, and he could talk to anyone about anything. His signature phrase, “Let me tell you a story,” was often the start of an entertaining tale that everyone would enjoy. Among his many interests were fishing, martial arts, and holidays, which always held a special place in his heart. He and his beloved wife, Judith, travelled the length and breadth of the UK in their treasured touring caravan, making wonderful memories along the way. They also enjoyed sun-soaked adventures in Italy, Spain, and Greece. Above all, Stewart was a devoted family man, loving, dependable, and always ready to lend a helping hand. His presence brought warmth, humour, and support to all who knew and loved him.
Stewart was loved and respected by all who had the pleasure of knowing him, he well be sadly missed but fondly remembered with love and affection. May he Rest In Peace.
Family flowers only please, donations are being gratefully received in his memory on behalf of British Heart Foundation and Kidney Research UK.
My hero, my rock, the one who always made things better My dad you have left a hole in our family that can never be replaced, you will always live on through us, your family we love you, you will never be forgotten my love for you is like no other I will always be proud to be daddy’s girl, you made me who I am today and I could never thank you enough my heart is broken a part of me has gone with you, I will look to the sky every night and see you the brightest star I love you dad xxx
Stewart a true gentleman a lovely man. It was an honour to have known you and you will always be remembered R.I. P. Our thoughts are with Judith, Jackie and all the family sending them love and hugs at this sad time. Love Janet and Denis xxxx
Stewart Simmonds what a top bloke you was, I have so many memories of you you always had time for anyone if there’s ever a true gentleman it was you you are going to be missed by so many people it was a honour to call you my friend and it was an honour to have known you rest easy Stewart sleep tight love and condolences to Judith, Jackie, Glyn, Cameron and all the family
Heaven has gained a true angel RIP Stewart
My friend Stewart was a funny man wot a friend i am going to miss him.
Rest in Peace Stewart, true gentlemen ❤️ thoughts are with all the family ❤️
Stewart was such a lovely man and his smile lit up the room. He will be missed by many, many people. Sending all our love to Judith, Jackie and the rest of the family. Love Nat & Freddie xxx
A true gent ,was a pleasure to know you ,R.I.P stewart,thinking of Judith,Jackie,glynn,Cameron and rest of the family
What a great bloke. He was good friends with my late father and played darts with and against him many times.
I really enjoyed getting to know Stuart over the last year or so over a pint and loved all his stories about the darts leagues through the 80’s,90’s and 2000’s.
Stuart you will be sadly missed.
Graham x
My beloved husband Stewart we met 56 years ago married 53 years we have two beautiful children Jackie and Glynn and daughter in law Claire and wonderful Grandchildren Cameron and Luke and Oscar and Olive and two Great grandchildren Rueben and Ayla I will miss him every day with a broken heart I will treasure our memories forever . Xxxx
Always had a smile on his face.
A true gentleman.
He will be sadly missed 😥 love from your jackie,’s good friend louise 💔
Stewart, you are going to be missed so much, a true gentleman, a heart of gold, a smile to light any room at any time.
It was a pleasure knowing you, when ever your name is mentioned I’ll smile knowing I had the great honour of knowing you. Condolences to Judith, jackie and gyln and rest of family.
Heaven has gained a beautiul angel. May you rest easy. X
Sending love and thoughts to Judith, Jackie, Glynn and all the family.
An absolute pleasure to of known Stewart.
Salt of the earth.
We will miss you.
All our Lynne and Shaun Jennings xxxx
So sorry to hear about the death of Stewart. I lived on Dill Hall Lane near you, poor Judith it will be a blow to you and the children and family. Thinking of you at this sad time. from Christine Whalley now Saul also from Andrew.xxxx
Stewart…love him to bits, had so many great Tuesday nights and the rest….he was funny and looked after us…he could be fiery but in a protective way. Any agro he would sort it….played with him at these pubs…Foxhill…Stag…Wellington…The Bridge….The Audley….Spring Hill Club….so many great and funny nights….I remember I had to leave Ossy for divorce rest…..exiled to Manchester….6 months later I was back…darts back on the calendar…..he welcomed me back like a son…..happy times….thank Stewart and Judith….nice people thank you for everything….God Bless x🙂x
Stewart, where do we start. So many happy memories of parties and bbq’s obviously with karaoke, mixed between Dill Hall, Elizabeth Street and even a couple at Ribblesdale Ave along with weekends away and nights out. You always had a smile on your face and made us laugh. RIP you will missed. Steve & Wendy
My Great Uncle , Stewart. We will always remember when you sang for us at our wedding reception. “YOU’LL NEVER WALK ALONE”.
You always had time for everyone ,with a smile and laughter.
God Bless .
Love Glynn & Hazel x
They say there is a reason,
They say that time will heal,
But neither time nor reason,
Will change the way we feel.
For no-one knows the heartache,
That lies behind our smiles,
No-one knows how many times,
We have broken down and cried.
Gone from home that smiling face,
Those cheerful happy ways,
The heart that was so many friends,
In bygone Happy Days.
We want to tell you something,
So, there won’t be any doubt,
You’re so wonderful to think of,
But so hard to be without.
We cannot bring the old days back,
When we were all together,
The family chain is broken now,
But memories last forever.
Uncle, you filled our family with so much love and strength.
You had such an impact on my own life, giving advice and support.
I will miss you dear Uncle Stewart!
With much love
Maxine (Niece)
George, Emma and Charlotte
What a lovely man sadly we hadn’t know him very long, but words cannot describe what you all must be feeling. Sending love and hugs to Judith, Jackie, Glynn and family .
My Big Brother Stewart always there for help and advice when i needed it
When i look back on our lives i have my treasured memories that i will keep forever
from camping when we were younger to the many Christmas’s when we played our drinking games, and i know that you are very proud of me with my business as you always told me. I will miss you singing on the karaoke as you loved to take over the microphone.
I will miss your very witty one liners you always had a smile on your face for me and i know that when Mum and Dad died you became the head of the family. I am just sorry that you never got to give me away when we will eventually get married sometime after 40 years. Your legacy will live on through your Darts trophy named especially after you. I will make sure that your precious family are looked after.
Fly high with the angels as you are now with Mum & Dad. RIP from your little Sister Tracy until we meet again. xx
Rest in peace Stewart a lovely person to chat with thoughts are with the family at this sad time. It was a pleasure to have known you. Sending condolence’s to your lovely family and your lovely wife Judith ❤️❤️