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Dohna Simmons Obituary
DOHNA M SIMMONS
On October 29, 2013, peacefully in her sleep with her daughter by her side. Beloved wife for 60 years of the late Leonard W. Simmons. Survived by loving daughters Deborah Russo, Linda Oaks and Lisa Albright, 10 accomplished grandchildren and 10 wonderful great grandchildren who knew her as GiGi. Also survived by sister Mary Snyder, brother Paul Gundell and beloved cousin June Cope. Mrs. Simmons was born in Rochester, New York and was a graduate of Lima High School. She married her high school sweetheart after he joined the Navy and they embarked on a life of travel and adventure. Together they resided in Crofton for over 30 years. Dohna embraced her family and many friends with wisdom, love and compassion. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Memorial service November 8, 2013 at 4 p.m. at Community United Methodist Church, 1690 Riedel Rd, Crofton, MD 21114. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Hospice of the Chesapeake.
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Shirley Snead
October 31, 2019
I think about Dohna often. She was like a second mother and dear friend to me for many years. I just noticed that the day of her memorial service is exactly five years before I received my kidney transplant on Nov 8, 2018. Another wonderful way to remember Dohna. Her entire family was like my family. Dohna I know you are watching over us up there and remembering all the "traditions" you taught me about family life. I miss you and love you always. If you run into my Mom, Lily Claiborne give her a hug for me.
Shirley Snead
November 7, 2013
Dohna was a special special lady. I know she has happily reunited with Len now and in a better place. will miss her and remember her always.
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