Rev. David G. Simmons

The Reverend David G. Simmons, age 74, of Hogansville, passed away Friday, August 7, 2026, at Wellstar West Georgia Medical Center.

Rev. Simmons was born October 26, 1951, in Griffin, son of the late Bill and Rebecca Daniel Simmons. A 1969 graduate of Griffin High School, he had lived in Hogansville for 45 years, was associate pastor of Lighthouse Tabernacle of Jesus Christ, was an evangelist, and had traveled to many parts of the United States to preach the gospel. He embodied what it means to be a Christian. He was gifted with an incredible mind that he used not only to study the word of God but to retain the scripture with an ability to recall individual verses and also quote entire chapters. He recorded two studio albums and wrote many songs. David loved American history, maintained a large collection of books and artifacts related to history, and could quote many facts about battles and equipment used during World War Two.

Survivors include his sisters, Dianne Locke (Ronnie) of Griffin, Dale Morris (Wayne) of Willamson; and nephews, Michael Morris, Brandon Locke, and Blake Locke, all of Griffin.

The funeral service will be conducted at 3:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 11, at the Lighthouse Tabernacle of Jesus Christ. The Reverend Robert Longshore and the Reverend Timothy Longshore will officiate and interment will be in Myrtle Hill Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at the church from 1:30 p.m. until 3:00 p.m., Tuesday, prior to the service.

Condolences may be expressed at www.mckibbenfuneralhome.com

Claude A. McKibben and Sons Funeral Home of Hogansville is in charge of arrangements.