Virginia "Ginny" (Cartwright) Simms, 91, of Evansville passed away at 11:58 am, Sunday, May 15, 2011 at Angel River Health and Rehab.

Virginia was born April 16, 1920 in Evansville to William Farley and Bertha (Norwood) Cartwright and was preceded by her beloved of husband of 53 years, Leslie Tilford Simms, who passed away March 18, 1994. She graduated from Bosse High School in 1938 and was a secretary for EVSC. Virginia was active at Eastminster Presbyterian Church. She was a life-long avid bridge player and an excellent cook. Virginia travelled extensively with her family and grandchildren. She was a loving mother and grandmother and had many friends.

She is survived by her son, Leslie Thomas Simms (Maryse) and grandchildren, Francesca and Adriana Simms, all of Westmount, Quebec, Canada; nephews, Farley Cartwright (Lisa) and their children, Casie Quinn (Josh), Corrie Gann (Mike), Gabe Cartwright, Nick Wilke (Candice) and Travis Wilke (Lara) and David Cartwright (Tammy) and his son, Mark Cartwright; niece, Judy Shuster and children, Julie and Rob; sister-in-law, Nikomes Clayton; dear friends, Robin Capin (Steven) and their children, Calista and Kyle and dear friends in Montreal, GiGi Villaruel, Arnette Prosper and entire Lipari family.

The family would like to give a special thanks to her bridge club friends of over 50 years, and to all her friends at Hampton Court. A special thanks to St. Mary's and to Angel River Health and Rehab staff. Special thanks to Dr. Brian Laura and Dr. Edward Fox and Reverend Dr. Dennis Davenport and the Eastminster Presbyterian community.
She was preceded in death by her brother, William Cartwright and sister-in-law, Virginia Cartwright.

A Service of Witness to the Resurrection will be held at 1:00 pm, Thursday, May 19, 2011 at Eastminster Presbyterian Church, 5501 Washington Avenue with Reverend Dr. Dennis Davenport officiating. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery.
Friends may call from 4 pm until 8 pm, Wednesday, May 18, 2011 at Boone Funeral Home - East Chapel, 5330 Washington Avenue and from 12 pm until 1 pm, service time at Eastminster Presbyterian Church.

Memorial Contributions may be made to: American Cancer Society, 6301 Old Boonville Highway, Suite B, Evansville, IN 47715

May 17, 2011
"Rejoice on that day and leap for joy! For indeed your reward is great in heaven" Virginia was a wonderful neighbor. She loved the Lord and had much Grace after she knew of her cancer. I will truly miss her. My condolences to all the family. God Bless.

Martha A. TodrankMay 20, 2011
My dear Aunt Jinny - As quickly as I found you I have lost you. I love you dearly. You will live forever in my memories, my heart & my prayers
Pat Cartwright Garver, Toledo, Ohio

May 20, 2011
My dear Aunt Jinny - Just as quickly as I found you I have lost you. I love you dearly and you will forever live in my memories, my heart & my prayers.
Pat Cartwright Garver, Toledo, Ohio
Phyllis Legatos

May 20, 2011
Dearest Adrianna & Simms Family, I was so sorry to hear of your Nanna's passing...please accept my condolences and may all the love and wonderful memories sustain you through this difficult time. I know how very very special she was to you all, and always shall be.
Most sincerely, Phyllis Legatos, Montréal, Quebec

May 19, 2011
Dear Nana, We only met a handful of times but I feel lucky that we got to celebrate Christmas and other occasions together. I do not know you very well but from what Adriana has told me about you and the relationship you two shared, I believe you inspire her to be the amazing person that she is. In her hardest moments, she rises above and beyond any expectations of her family, school(2 academic awards this year) and most of all, herself. Adriana is an extremely mentally and emotionally strong person. No matter if it’s during the best celebrations or the hardest times, I have never met anyone who has so much love, care and dedication for her family and loved ones. I did not mean to get sidetracked, but I think she gets a lot of that from you. Since we started dating she has always talked to me about you, things you had in common and how much she loves you. In the times we did spend together I remember your great sense of humor and of course those mini pecan pies! Best dessert ever. Rest in Peace Nana,
Love, Jack

May 18, 2011
Our family offers our condolences for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bill, Debbi and Emma Seits, Family Services, Boone Funeral Home

May 18, 2011
Dear Simms Family We extend our sincerest sympathies on the death of your Mother /Grandmother. We are saddened for your loss.
Sincerely, Jack, Katerina and Howard Teller, Montreal

May 17, 2011
Nana thanks for the time we spent together I LOVE YOU Rest in Peace now
Gigi, Montréal, Québec Canada