Jersey City, New Jersey
Jonathan R. Simmens, 25, of Penns Grove went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 24, 2011 after a long battle with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Jonathan is survived by his parents, William R. & Anna Marie (Cernivivio) Simmens of Penns Grove, a brother Nicholas J. Simmens of...
Read MoreAnna,Bill & Nick
No comforting words can lessen the pain of losing Jonathan.Please know I understand the ach in your heart. I've admired your Son since the first time I met him.Oh what a Joy to have him as your Son,and Brother for the rest of your lives.
Affectionately
Valerie Volk
March 01, 2011
Anna, Bill and Nick,
We are so deeply sorry for your loss. You all will be in our prayers along with the family and Jonathans friends. We love you all, Chrissy, Rob, Nicholas and Jacob.
Christina Davailus
March 01, 2011 | Pedricktown, NJ
Bill, Anna and Nick,
You surrounded Jonathan with love and he returned it a thousand fold. Even as a little boy playing with Jean and Nick, he always made us smile as he was so determined to keep up with the older kids. Over the years, he grew into a fine young man. His intelligence was amazing. He was proud to graduate from Rowan and to work as a substitute teacher.
The quotes on his Facebook page reveal so much about him, especially the one from Kanye West: "When it feel...
March 01, 2011
Anna,Bill and Nick. Were thinking of you at this difficult time and Our thoughts and prayer go out to you. Our Deepest Sympathy.
Kim & Judy Murray
March 01, 2011 | Reading, PA
Sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy during this most difficult time. He sounds like he was an amazing person and I am glad my sister had an opportunity to be part of his life. ---Dawnmarie & Jeff Castro
February 28, 2011
To the Simmens Family- We are deeply sorry for your loss of Jon, a truly amazing person. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
The Widen Family
February 28, 2011
Mr. Simmons was one of the best substitutes at Penns Grove High School. He was a great teacher and a insperational person. He will be missed by all the students who had the pleasure of having him in their classroom.
Bethany
February 28, 2011
I admired Jon for his determination. What an awesome friend he was. I had some good times with him, that will never be forgotten! --- Jen Martin
Jennifer Martin
February 28, 2011 | Carneys Point, NJ
Anna and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Unfortunately I know exactly what you are going through, I would hope that you find Peace and are surrounded by Love of The Lord and friends and family. Diffucult days ahead. Rest well Jon, and Say hello to Mark for me. If there are stations of the cross there ...I know you 2 will once again go to it together. Anna I'll be Praying for you and I'm crying for you.
The Strength & Peace of the Lord be with you, Cathy Lawrence
February 28, 2011