Chuck Simmons, 52, died Monday, December 5, 2016. He was born in Caldwell County. Chuck was an electrical engineer at Duke Energy Progress. He was a graduate of NC State where he received his Bachelor of Science degree. He later completed his MBA at Virginia Tech. One of Chuck's greatest joys in life was watching his son Mitch skate and play hockey. Chuck is survived by his loving wife of 23 years Donna Simmons; son Mitch; and his mother Charlotte Simmons. He was preceded in death by his father; Terry and grandmother Nell Bumgarner. A private family gathering will be held in memory of Chuck.