Mitchel Ray Simmons

Mitchel Simmons Obituary

Mitchel Ray Simmons

Mitchel R. Simmons was born on July 27, 1955 in Sedro Woolley, WA. He passed away January 16, 2011.
He leaves behind his father, Jerry Simmons; mother, Verna; daughter, Nicole Lance and husband, Jon; twin granddaughters, Hailey and Kailey; aunt, uncle and several cousins.
Mitchel Simmons was one of the fastest dirt bike racers from WA in the 1970's. In 1974 and 1975 Mitch won #1 CMC plate, The CMC was considered at the time as the highest achievement for dirt bike racing.
Mitchel was an owner operator trucker for 39 years. He was the number one driver for ten years through out the USA. He loved being on the road.
In lieu of flowers, you can donate to Bank of America_ Account # 81174302.
To help the family pay the remaining hospital bill.
He will be loved and remembered forever but never forgotten. Mitchel was very special to our family.

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Published by The Herald (Everett) from Feb. 10 to Feb. 13, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Mitchel Simmons

13 Entries

Susan Griffith

February 28, 2011

To My Cousin ‘Mitch’
So many memories, so many thoughts. You touched my life in a big way.
A few things that come too mind are you taught me to ride motor cycles, introduced me to Led Zepplin blaring on your stereo, lead the way by example of how to be a parent & love kids unconditionally, always treated me like a equal even thou I am younger and a girl, and lastly I knew you always had my back. “Your telling me like it is.“ helped me to overcome some difficult times and move forward. You are one of the few people that knew me my whole life.
I can’t believe you’re gone and that I can’t just pick up the phone and call you.
I know you’ll be watching over all of us & don’t worry the twin will know their Grandpa through family stories, your presence in their lives will stay strong. I hope you know I’ll always have Nicole’s back, like you did mine. May you find peace and comfort in the heavens above, you are missed and I’ll be seeing you when my number is up. ‘Keep on Trucking’ Love, Susie

Roger Babbitt

February 23, 2011

Although our paths have not crossed much lately you have always been a friend. It never really matter how much time went by it was allways like yesterday and this and you will be truly missed. Rest in peace my friend.

Ron Hatch

February 18, 2011

I will greatly miss my friend Mitch. We go back a long time. There are so many great stories to choose from it is hard to pick just one. He taught me so much about riding and racing that made such as big difference in life, as well as, in my overall performance and riding ability. For example, learning how to find a rhythm in trail riding, he taught me that having rhythm through trails is actually faster than just trying to go fast, and of course, he was right. I will truly miss his monthly phone calls.

Rest in Peace my friend,

Ron Hatch

Linda Michael-Hatch

February 18, 2011

I will miss receiving phone calls from Mitch every time he was driving through Tennessee. He would call and tell me, "Hey, I driving by where you grew up." I will always remember him telling me this when I was learning to ride my dirt bike, "When in doubt just gas it!" He will always be remembered in my heart as a very honest and straight forward man.

Richard Lindberg

February 16, 2011

Mitch was one of my closest friends and no one could ask for a better one. He was a gentle giant. You could see the love in his eyes when he would talk about his grandchildren. He was so proud of them and was looking forward to spoiling them and spending more time with them and his family.

I will miss you but you will never be forgotten. The memories I have of you will always be with me. I only wish I could have made one more trip with you.

I know your trucking on that big highway in the sky and may your headlights be a beacon that lights the way. keep my seat warm for when I see you again.

Your co-pilot and friend
Richard Lindberg and Margaret

Maggie Barlament

February 13, 2011

Verna, Jerry, and Family
So sorry to hear of the death of your son, Mitch. You are all in my heart and prayers.
Maggie Barlament

Dad, I Love You :)

Nicole Lance

February 12, 2011

February 11, 2011

Nicole, Verna & Jerry.... So sorry to hear about your Dad and Son passing on. Never met him but knew you three. Jim & Ann Blanchard in the Pondorossa

Tim Gee

February 10, 2011

I will miss my friend.

Vicky Singleton

February 10, 2011

Take comfort in knowing that you have a special Guardian Angel to watch over you.I can just see Mitch and Grandma Stenseth up in Heaven watching over their loved ones! Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May your memories bring you comfort.

Brian Rau

February 10, 2011

I'll always have fond memories of Mitch on his 73 cr125 at the Start-Up motocross track. Sliding threw the first turn feet up, with the wire pulled tight.
Brian Rau

Aunt Marian Stenseth Solorzano

February 10, 2011

The person of a man may leave - or be taken away but the best part of a good man stays. It stays forever. Love is immortal and makes all things immortal.

Mitchel Ray Simmons

Aunt Marian Stenseth Solorzano

February 10, 2011

Mitch I am very proud to be your Aunt, I was only 10 when you were born & we were more like brother & sister. I've always been very proud of you not just your accomplishments but the man you grew up to be. We miss you with all our heart & souls forever. You were a great father raising your daughter and we will make sure your twin grandaughters will know you from family stories and all the scrapbooks of your racing days. It's so sad your gone but never forgotten, so many memories. Your in my heart alwsys.

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