Martha Simmons Willard

Martha Simmons Willard, 72, of Mount Holly, NC passed away June 9, 2020 at Caromont Regional Medical Center.

A native of Gaston County, NC, she was born August 7, 1947 to the late George Ray and Jessie Elizabeth Simmons.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her life partner, Bobby Green; son, Robert James Green; brother, Micky Simmons; and grandson, Tyler Green.

Ms. Willard is survived by two sons, David Willard and Richard Greene; daughter, Alisa Davis, seven grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

A graveside service, officiated by Rev. Sam Barnette, will be held at Gaston Memorial Park at 10:30 am on Saturday, June 13, 2020.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 1300 Baxter St., Suite 150, Charlotte, NC 28204.

Arrangements are with the South Chapel of Greene Funeral Service and Crematorium, Gastonia, NC.