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Ocie Lee Simmons

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Ocie Simmons Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 17, 2025.

Mr. Ocie Lee Simmons was born on Friday September 3, 1965 in Umatila, Florida to Leeodis Simmons and Ethel Idell (Scott) Simmons. He graduated from East Chicago Washington High School in 1985. He served in the United States Army as an E4 Specialist. He served in the United States Army as an E4 Specialist and a squad leader of the 76th Infantry Brigade where he received accommodation awards for his excellent performance. Ocie was a member of Greater Faith MB Church under the leadership of the Late Pastor Hosea Wilson. Ocie was employed by Steel Technology for over thirty years. Ocie was a master gardener and a beloved chef on the grill. In his spare time, you could find Ocie watching his favorite sports team, the "Dallas Cowboys." Ocie never met a stranger and was always willing to help, however he could. He would literally give the shirt off his back to anyone in need.

Ocie was united in holy matrimony to Stephanie C. McClain on August 17, 1996.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Leeodis Simmons and Ethel Idell (Scott) Simmons.

He leaves to cherish his loving and devoted wife Stephanie of 29 years, son Dante Hardaway of (East Chicago, IN), grandson Dante Jr, of( Louisville KY), 3 granddaughters, Amaria of (Merrillville, IN), Aaliyah, and LeiLani both of (East Chicago, IN), Siblings: Gloria Johnson(Indianapolis), Theodis Simmons (East Chicago), Helen ( Arthur) Comer ( East Chicago),Diane( Elvis) Wilson ( Florida), Marvin ( Edith) Simmons ( East Chicago), Kenny Simmons, Nancy Simmons, (Florida) Phillip Simmons ( East Chicago), Sabrina Simmons ( East Chicago), Keith Simmons ( Hammond) Daniel Simmons ( East Chicago) Sister in Laws, brother in laws, a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Ocie will be greatly missed for his kindness and eagerness to help wherever needed. He was a remarkable husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend.

All Services Saturday June 21,2025 Wake 9:30a.m. Funeral 11:00a.m. at Holy Bethel Missionary Baptist 810 W. 8th Ave Gary,In. Burial Concordia Cemetery Hammond,In.

Professional Services Rendered by Powell Coleman Funeral Home.

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Sandra Campbell

July 5, 2025

To the family,
I send my sincere condolences. Praying for you all.
A good man leaves a good legacy. Ocie was a good man.
May God comfort you with good memories.

Gloria

June 21, 2025

Sending prayers, hugs and condolences to the family, today and in the days to come. Praying that GOD will comfort and keep you in perfect peace and that His loving care will fill every void you may have.

Sincerely,
Prophet Gloria Lewis-Vaughn

Jovan R Jones

June 21, 2025

I appreciate everything you taught me in the short time I knew you...much love Big O

Kim Foster

June 21, 2025

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

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Sharon Davis

June 21, 2025

My heart is heavy as I reflect on the passing of my beloved cousin. The memory of Ocie will live in my heart forever. I will miss him deeply, but I find peace knowing he is resting in the arms of our Heavenly Father. May God comfort our family and surround us with His strength. Rest peacefully, and watch over us from above.

Maurice Thornton

June 21, 2025

I want to express my condolences to the family of my good friend Ocie. Sending you love and support in your time of grief.