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1941
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2015
Michael Simmonds Obituary
Michael owned and operated a machine shop for 35 years. Michael immigrated to the United States in 1977 and lived the (American Dream).
Michael was proceeded in death and passed into eternal life by his loving wife of 42 years Dianne Mary Simmonds Mother Jean Elizabeth Simmonds Father Bevan John Simmonds and brother Lyall Simmonds.
Michael is survived by Brett & Jacqueline Simmonds of Porterville Ca. Nigel & Kristi Simmonds of Bakersfield Ca.
Grandchildren Jessica, Natalia, Paige, and Amanda.
Sisters Jill(Percy) Brown of Tustin Ca. Annette(Bill) Hartney of Fullerton Ca. Wendy Cross of Sydney Australia. Kevin(Gail) Simmonds of Auckland New Zealand. Paul(Della) Simmonds of Northland New Zealand. And numerous nieces and nephews.
Michael (Mike) Simmonds was loved and admired by all that had the pleasure of meeting him. To everyone that knew him as Grandad you know who you are he loved each and everyone of you.
There will be a celebration of life services on June 13th at 5:00pm to 10:00pm dinner will be served at Michaels home.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Patty Flores
June 2, 2015
It was an honor knowing such a unique individual as Mr.Simmonds by far was...Diane and Michael it was a blessing to have met and known both of you, and too Brett, Jackie, and Nigel and the grandkids thank you all for sharing Diane and Michael with all of us...till we meet again much love from my family to yours. RIP Michael
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