Mr Robert Matthew (Robin) Simms

January 4th 2026, peacefully at hospital after a long illness.

Dearly loved husband of Edith, much loved father of Caroline and the late Jill, father-in-law of Michael and grandfather of Cameron and Megan.

A Service of Thanksgiving will be held in the Church of the Holy Spirit, Mossley Parish, Manse Road, Newtownabbey on Wednesday 7th January at 11.30 a.m., followed by interment in Ballyclare Cemetery.

Family flowers only please. Donations in lieu, if desired, to Friends of the Cancer Centre online via flemingandcuthbert.co.uk or by telephone (028 93344242 Mon - Fri 9.00am – 5.00pm).

A smile for all, a heart of gold, one of the best this world could hold. Never selfish, always kind, these are the memories you leave behind.

Messages of condolence

In loving memory of a very dear friend.

Mr Robbie Burns

Thinking of Edith, Caroline & all the family at this sad time 💙

Mr and Mrs Patsy & Billy Watson

Sending much love as we remember a true gentleman. Robin was always a joker, with lots of wit and laughs and a kind heart. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him. Gone but not forgotten ❤️. Love Vicky, Paul, Lara and Ross xx

Mrs Victoria Nico

Remembering Uncle Robin, a great character with a kind heart 💔

Mrs Jennifer McKeague

Sorry for your loss. Thinking of you & your family at this very sad time, sending big hugs xx

Mr and Mrs Harold Lloyd

Deepest sympathies from Richard, Penny and Rosie. We always enjoyed Robin’s company and the stories he had to tell. He will be missed. X

Mr Richard Allen

Robin will be missed by all who knew him, but especially by the family. Much love and prayer at this difficult time. The Clarke Family xx

Mr and Mrs Peter and Louise Clarke

Thinking of the family at this sad time. Graham and Sandra

Mr Graham Simms

Thinking of you all, will remember Robin with fondness his laughter xx

Mr and Mrs Lynda and Dave Bailey

Robin will be sadly missed by us all

Mr and Mrs William Allen

Thinking of you Megan and your family at this very sad time. Heartfelt condolences from Rebecca and the Stevenson family x

Mrs Barbara Stevenson

Saddened to hear about the passing of Robin A great character!! Sending our sympathy to Edith and all the family

Mr and Mrs Trevor & Rosemary McGuckin

Sending you love and hugs. John, Caroline, Oliver & Remi. Xx

Mr John Woodside

Deepest sympathy to the Simms family.

Mr Laurence Lennox