David Michael Simmons

May 18, 1955 - March 8, 2014
David Michael Simmons

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David Michael Simmons went to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 8, 2014 at the age of 58. David was born of Virgil and Louise Simmons in Vinton, Virginia. He graduated from William Byrd High School in 1973, where he was recognized for achievements in basketball, baseball and band. He held scoring records in basketball that still may stand today. In 1975, David joined the United States Navy, where he achieved the rank of Petty Officer 1st Class. He proudly served his country for 6 years. He met Michelle Goforth in Virginia, and they married in 1994. In 2001, their son and the light of his Dadís life, David ìConnorî Simmons was born in Atlanta, Georgia. David was actively involved with Connorís sports activities, to include football and baseball, and served as his basketball coach for several years in Williamsburg, VA. He spent much of his adult career in the travel industry as a Sales Manager, where he was an inspiration to the many lives he touched. His love of family, Jesus, his country, music, sports, his Virginia Tech Hokies and golf will be remembered fondly by those who knew him. David is survived by Michelle and their son, Connor, his older brother Winston and his wife Bette, his younger brother, Ron and his wife Terry, his nephew, Brian and his wife Samantha and children, Connorís aunt, Angela Harrow and children, and numerous friends and colleagues.


Memorial

Wednesday, March 19, 2014
12:00 AM

Bucktrout Funeral Home - Directions
4124 Ironbound Road
Williamsburg, VA 23188
757-229-3822

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  • March 19, 2014
    Michael Tharpe says:
    Dear Michelle & Connor, You are in our prayers. ~Michael & Kenny

  • March 16, 2014
    Lisa Jones says:
    Connor and Michelle, mike and I are so sorry for your loss. We are always here for both of you and we love you!

  • March 20, 2014
    Nancy Prince Jackson says:
    Angela & Connor, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep the entire family in my prayers. Sincerely, Nancy Prince Jackson

  • March 20, 2014
    Ellen Gilbert says:
    A great father who will be missed. Our thoughts are with you.