Leisa C-Ann Simmons, 59 of Lima, passed away December 28, 2021, at Lima Memorial Health System.

Leisa was born January 18, 1962 in Lima, to Kenneth and Etta (Stringfield) Chandler, who preceded her in death. On November 2, 1996, she married James “Randy” Simmons, who survives her in Lima.

Leisa worked at Banded Lures, Powell’s Country Store and was a homemaker. She enjoyed crocheting, cooking and watching her game shows and her soaps. Most of all, Leisa enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandkids.

In addition to her husband, Leisa is survived by her children, Don (Josi) Vanschoyck, III and Stephanie (Gregg Ernest) Thompson; grandchildren, Hailey, Bridgett, Alex and Jaxson Vanschoyck, Blake, Ryan, Deriek and Kayla Thompson and Madison Ernest; step-sons, Andrew James Simmons, Brent Kyle Simmons and Daniel Brennan Simmons; brothers, Kenneth (Jenny) Chandler, Jr., Lewie (Tammy) Chandler, Charles (Andrea) Chandler and Jack Lynn (Rena) Chandler; sister, Cheryl Gray; sister-in-law, Linda (Bob) Chandler and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, Arthur “Butch” Chandler.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, December 31, 2021 at CHILES-LAMAN FUNERAL & CREMATION SERVICES – EASTSIDE CHAPEL with Rev. Terry Brock to officiate the service.

Visitation will be Friday, December 31, 2021, from 1:00 PM until the time of the service at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Pl., Memphis, TN 38105.

Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.chiles-lamanfh.com.