Brenda Broughton Simmons, age 72, of Lakeland, FL went to be with the Lord on December 05, 2022. She was born October 5, 1949 in Dade City, FL. She is preceded in death by her parents, Edith and Richard Broughton and sister, Lela Crist. She is survived by her sister Anne Waters; her daughters, Tracy Connell and Stacy Blount; her son-in-law Phillip Blount; her grandchildren Justin Melendez, Jasmine Melendez, Alyssa Hines and Teddi Blount; 6 great grandchildren. We would like to thank Good Shepherd Hospice for the wonderful care that was given to her during her short stay. There are no goodbyes but "until we see you again." No memorial service will be held at this time.