Herbert Dwelley Simmons of Hanover passed away on Sunday, Jan. 9, at the age of 96. He was born on Dec. 3, 1925, in Chelsea MA, the son of Basil S. and Edna W. Simmons.

Herbert served in the Navy during World War II, and later worked for the Town of Hanover in the positions of Elected Tree Warden, Highway Superintendent, and finally, Superintendent of Public Works. He was a Mason for 60 years.

Herbert retired in 1986 and moved to Brownfield, Maine, where he lived for 12 years. Later, he moved to Hanover, where he spent the rest of his days.

Herbert is predeceased by his brother Alton T. Simmons, sister Marion Anderson, and daughter Deborah Bowen. He is survived by two daughters, Merideth of Panama City, Fla. and her husband Arthur, and Joan of Salem, Ma., seven grandchildren and five great grandchildren, as well as close friends Betsey and Melissa Neal.

There will be private graveside service. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Norwell VNA and Hospice at 120 Longwater Drive, Norwell MA, 02061 or the Jimmy Fund, at http://danafarber.jimmyfund.org.