Clifford Dale Simms, 78 of Circleville, died October 27, 2013 at his residence. He was born January 15, 1935 in Dayton the son of Raymond and Ona (Jacobs) Simms. He worked for Janitrol Areo for 35 years and owned Advanced Gear Technology for 7 years. He was preceded in death by his parents; granddaughter, Brittney Strickland; 6 brothers and 1 sister. He is survived by his wife, Gayle (Miller) Simms; children, Doug (Stephany) Simms, Darin (Lori) Simms, Denise (Jeff) Sunderland and Donya Simms Head; 12 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren and brothers, Stanley and Bob Simms. Funeral service will be held 10:30 a.m. Wednesday October 30, 2013 at the Wellman Funeral Home, Circleville with Rev. Wayne Green and Chaplain Jim Ferrell officiating. Burial will be in Forest Cemetery. Friends may call from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Berger Hospice or First Church of God Building Fund.