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Donald Ellis Simmons
1938 - 2014
Donald Ellis Simmons
1938 - 2014
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BORN
1938
DIED
2014
Donald Simmons Obituary
He was preceded in death by his son, Donald S. Simmons, Mother, Myrtice H. Simmons, Father, Ellis M. Simmons, and Brother, Robert L. Simmons.
He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Georgia Ellen Simmons, a beautiful granddaughter, Catherine Elaine Simmons, daughter-in-law, Amy Clark Simmons. A sister, Sandra E. Bateman of Griffin, Georgia., a brother, Tony R. Simmons and spouse Gloria, of Griffin, Georgia, a sister-in-law, Joyce Dickerson and spouse Mike, of Virginia Beach, VA and, a brother-in-law Jerry K. Weldon and spouse Pam, of Butler, Georgia. Several Nieces and Nephews.
Don was a person that loved his Savior and testified to many during his life time and especially at the Dr's offices and nurses who attended him. The family wishes to thank each and every Dr., nurse, and Hospice Care for the loving care he received during his short illness.
Don attended Georgia State College in Atlanta, worked for the U.S. Government as an accountant and U.S. Customs Inspector, retiring in 1998. He and Ellen traveled for several years and then he went to work for H & R Block for 8 years.
He was a faithful member at Griffin Assembly of God, Griffin, Georgia and Sunset Chapel in Miami, Florida as teacher, Sunday School Superintendent, Choir member and Deacon.
He served as Deacon, Secretary and Treasurer at Radiant Life Assembly of God, Savannah, Georgia for a total of 42 years. He also, served as Secretary-Treasurer at Radiant Life for 9 years and continued serving until he became too ill to continue.
Don was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and loved to work with people, especially with those who would talk to him about God.
Viewing will be Monday night from 6 – 8 p.m. at Fairhaven Funeral Home, Hubert C. Baker Chapel at 7415 Hodgson Memorial Drive, and the Service will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Radiant Life Assembly of God on Skidaway Road, Savannah, Ga,.
Pastor David Stanton will officiate with Rev. Buddy Cribb and Bishop Paul Hodge. Songs by Pastor Brenda Stanton and Pastor Melody Carrillo.
Interment will follow in the Greenwich Section of Bonaventure Cemetery.
Fairhaven Funeral Home, Hubert C. Baker Chapel
Savannah, Georgia 31406
912-927-1999
www.fairhavenfuneralhome.net
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Bob Carney
June 23, 2014
Ellen, we did not hear until this morning (Monday June 23rd) about Donald's passing. Please KNOW that our prayers continue to be with you and your family.
Mary Pringle
June 22, 2014
To the Simmons Familywe are so sorry for your loss. Ill always remember his smiling face and calm manner. The Pringle Family
Alice Shannon
June 20, 2014
What a wonderful man! Don was in my high school graduating class & his class will remember him, Ellen and his family. Alice Craddock is my maiden name.
Linda Martin
June 17, 2014
Ellen, Don earn his angel wing's.He live it and walk it.Pat and I are proud to have known him.Pat enjoyed working with him.I know his with Jesus his Savior.Smiling down at us.May God 's peace comfort you always.Love & Prayers, Linda & Pat Martin
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June 17, 2014
Ellen Sharon & i are sorry for your loss. Don was such a nice man & was loved by many. Heaven has another saint to join the one's who went before him. I know he & my Dad are catching up. May God bless & comfort you at time. Wills Oliver.
Lynn Brennan
June 16, 2014
Dear Ellen - without a doubt Don was a true gentleman and a kind person. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time.
Virginia Nelson
June 16, 2014
Ellen, Don was one of the nicest people I worked with at Customs . I was proud to call him friend and to get to know you. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Virginia and Gene Nelson
June 16, 2014
It was certainly my honor and privilege to have worked with Mr. Don Simmons at U.S. Customs. May God bless and keep you during such a time. For Mr. Don - "We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord." II Corinthians 5:8
Janice Howard
June 15, 2014
Ellen, I am so sorry to hear about Don. You and Catherine are in our prayers!!! He truly was a dedicated man to you and to Radiant Life. Love, John,Tammie,Carrie and Cassie Butler
Fred Clawson
June 15, 2014
Ellen it was a priviledge to serve on the board of Radiant Life with Don, he was one of my best friends in Savannah my prayers are with you and your family
Fred Clawson
June 15, 2014
Ellen Don will be missed, he was one of My best friends that I had in Savannah
June 15, 2014
Don sang about it many times and now he's actually there.BEULAH LAND! Our prayers and thoughts are with you Ellen. We love you. Larry and JoAnn
June 15, 2014
We loved Don very much and are very sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with Ellen and family. God comfort and be with you now. George and Gretchen Perez
Ty Bowers
June 15, 2014
To the Simmons family. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers during this time. Don and I worked together as inspectors in savannah during the 70's. Though surely missed, fond memories will always remain.
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