Michael Edward Simmons

Michael Edward Simmons, 26, of Avon, Connecticut, passed away tragically on Sunday, November 7, 2021 from a pulmonary embolism in Wilmington, Delaware where he was currently a law clerk in the U.S Bankruptcy Court. Michael graduated from Suffield Academy in 2013, and earned a Bachelor of Arts in Comparative Literature with a minor in Philosophy from New York University in 2017. He pursued his passion of becoming an attorney and graduated from Brooklyn Law School in 2020. He was awarded the role of Associate Managing Editor of the Brooklyn Law Review and was bestowed the honor of the Barry L. Zaretsky Bankruptcy and Commercial Law Fellow amongst a multitude of other distinguished honors during his studies at Brooklyn Law. Following graduation, Michael became a law clerk to the Hon. Louis A. Scarcella, U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of New York and passed the New York State Bar. Michael was a true gentleman and scholar- an extraordinary person who lived life to the fullest, always eager to learn and experience as much as possible. He had a fierce intellect and a true core of kindness. Michael was an accomplished guitarist who loved all types of music (particularly the Grateful Dead) and attended endless concerts over the years. He was a world traveler who immersed himself in culture and history. Michael had a special place in his heart for the Cape where he enjoyed a good sunset, a "Grey Goose up and dirty, shaken well," and a cigar. He found great joy in his beloved dogs Oscar, Macallan, Wilson and Huxley. Michael was extremely passionate about fine dining, watches, theater, film and museums- passions he enjoyed sharing with his family whom he loved dearly. This love was also evident in the special bond he shared with his mother who brought him deep inspiration and strength. Michael leaves behind the love of his life, Alexandra Loi, with whom he planned to spend the rest of his life, his parents, Kathleen and Bradley Hoffman of Avon, Donald Simmons of Rocky Hill, his sister Bryanna Noel and her husband Dan, his niece and god daughter Sophie Rose, along with grandmothers, Irene Gainty, Phyllis Hoffman and Jackie Simmons, and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. He was predeceased by his childhood hero and grandfather Edward Gainty, and his grandfather Walter Simmons. A memorial service celebrating Michael's life will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family will be creating a foundation where donations can be made in Michael's memory. Please always keep Michael in your hearts and know he would want you to live well, laugh often and love much. The D'Esopo Funeral Chapel of Wethersfield is assisting the family with the arrangements. For online expressions of sympathy to the family, please visit www.desopofuneralchapel.com.