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Benjamin Simmons VIRGINIA BEACH - Benjamin Curtis Simmons, 74, passed away suddenly April 7, 2010 in a local hospital. Mr. Simmons was a veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard. He was a very active sponsor for many people that he helped in AA. He volunteered for the Red Wings Hockey Team. He previously had worked for Phillip Morris in Richmond, Va. Mr. Simmons was the retired vice president of Sea Port Marine Corp., and was the president of Ocean Pearl Trading Company of Virginia Beach. He loved the beach, especially in Hatteras, N.C., where he loved spending time with his family and friends. Survivors include his loving wife of 31 years, Brenda Simmons; four children, Aimee Simmons of Virginia Beach, Steve Simmons and his wife Chantal of Rodanthe, N.C., Kelly Clark of Virginia Beach, and Kim Palese and her husband Michael of Chesapeake; one sister, Ann Barron of Brighton, Tenn.; six grandchildren, Sarah Clark, Brendan Clark, Sydney Palese, Dylan Palese, Jessica Palese, and Alex Benjamin Simmons; as well as numerous extended family members and good friends. A memorial service will be held Friday, April 9, at 2 p.m. in H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., Laskin Road Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Attn: Donor Services, P.O. Box 650309, Dallas, TX 75265-0309. Online condolences may be made at www. hdoliver.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Apr. 8, 2010.

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Mark Burnes

April 18, 2010

Ben - thank you for your freindship and counsel. Thank you for the very special & generous gift you gave my wife Tamara (Mrs. Burnsey) in our time of need and struggle. God Bless you & your family...

Holli Montgomery

April 12, 2010

Hi Brenda, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope that each day gets better for you.

Jerry Thermos

April 10, 2010

Mrs. Simmons and Family,

I have worked with Ben for many years and want to express my sincere condolences for your loss. He was a trusted and respected colleague that I will deeply miss.

Mary Little Jones

April 9, 2010

Brenda, I am so sorry to hear about Ben. I remember so many wonderful stories about the fun times that you'll had together. Be strong and know that you are in my prayers!

Pam Mills

April 9, 2010

Brenda, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I cannot imagine the pain you are feeling right now. I know Ben was your partner and best friend in life. May God be with you and your family right now. Love, Pam Mills

April 9, 2010

Brenda,
Our pray's for you and the family.
Ben was always there to give his support, share his wisdom and share his joy and enthusiasm for life. We recall so much fun, all the great times together with you and Ben.
In everyway Ben was an exceptional man and the two of you are such exceptional friends.
Our love, our love,
Jim & Donna

Claudia Bennett

April 8, 2010

Brenda, My thoughts and prayers are with you. I was so sorry to hear about Ben. He will be missed. Love Claudia, Tyler and Mike

Carman & Bruce Smith

April 8, 2010

Mrs. Simmons and family,
Bruce and I were saddened to hear of Ben's passing. He was always a joy to be in the company of. We were honored to be able to do repair work for him in the past few years. We are praying for you and your family during these difficult times. God is ever faithful to carry you during your time of need.

Becky Cain

April 8, 2010

Brenda, I am so sorry for your loss. Ben was such a wonderful part of yours and your families lives, and I know he will be deeply missed. You are in my heart and prayers always.

April 8, 2010

Brenda,
I was truly saddened by your loss. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Kaye Hoke (WFO-Dayton,OH)

April 8, 2010

Brenda, my love and prayers are with you. Ben is and was the love and strength of your life. May your faith and family keep you strong. Love always, Monica

April 8, 2010

Brenda, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My sympathy to all of your family. You are in my prayers and in my heart.

Nancy Campbell

April 8, 2010

Brenda,
I am so sorry for your loss. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love
Dianne Villarreal

Brenda Smoot

April 8, 2010

Please accept my sincere condolences to the family of Ben, what a shock to hear of his passing. I knew Ben from when he was a rep for Seaward when I was with them beginning in 1997. He was such a joy to speak to on the phone! His "witty" posts on fb were a joy to read! Steve, I haven't seen you for quite a while but am so sorry to learn of your loss of your Dad. I have you and your entire family in my prayers and in my heart.

Dave Stump

April 8, 2010

My Heart and Prayers go out to you Brenda, Aimee,, Steve and the entire family that I know he loved so much. While traveling and learning the business from him, he was constantly speaking of each and every one with pride that can only come from Love. I will miss him as he helped make my life much better, not only in business, but in a realization and understanding of what is most important in life. Honesty and Loyalty were character traits that best describe my Friend and Partner. Sue and I are Very Sorry.

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