David Simmons

On Sunday, September 25, 2005 as the sun set and the darkness of evening settled, MR. DAVID SIMMONS, JR. began the dawning of a new journey. Dave, Jr., as he was affectionately known, was the youngest of three children. He was born on October 29, 1935 in Tarboro, North Carolina to the late David Simmons, Sr. and Mary Simmons. He moved to Baltimore, Maryland at the tender age of three with his family. Those who knew him will always remember him as an immaculately dressed man in his younger days, who always paid careful attention to details. He had a strong love for cars. Fast cars, shiny cars, luxury models, it didn't matter. He was an avid tennis player and enjoyed the sport a great deal. In a few words, he could be described as being helpful, caring, thoughtful, an encourager, a positive thinker and full of life! In his youth, Mr. Simmons attended Douglass Senior High School in Baltimore, Maryland. He was a member in good standing of the Democratic Club. He was a firm believer in the Democratic political agenda and was known for his outspoken views concerning many political affairs. His political involvement gave him an outlet in the community. Mr. Simmons accepted Christ at a young age. He attended Unity United Methodist Church in Baltimore, Maryland with his mother when he heeded to the call of salvation. Upon retirement, Mr. Simmons pursued his entrepreneurial spirit and began a lawn service business which he continued until his health prevented him from doing so. He was preceded in death by: his wife of twenty years, Mrs. Jean A. Simmons; his son, Kenneth D. Simmons; his sister, Annie Anthony; and his brother, Clarence Simmons. Left to cherish fond memories are: his former wife, Patricia Simmons-Welchel; his children, Larry E. Simmons of Baltimore, Maryland, Saundra L. Simmons-Bell and son-in-law, Anthony J. Bell, Sr. of Baltimore, Maryland, Nathan D. Simmons of North Carolina, Aaron F. Simmons and daughter-in-law, Roslyn Simmons of Baltimore, Maryland, Ronnie L. Simmons and special friend, Rita Rollen of Baltimore, Maryland, Lisa C. Simmons and special friend, Steve Matthews of Baltimore, Maryland, Karen J. Simmons of Baltimore, Maryland and Darren L. Simmons of Baltimore, Maryland; his three step-children, Danita Brown, Michael Freeman, and Michelle Welchel of Baltimore, Maryland; and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and friends.

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David Simmons

October 29, 1935 - September 25, 2005