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Obituary For Ernest "Big Ray" Simmons
Ernest “Ray” Smith was born on April 23, 1954 to the late Josephine Simmons and Ernest Simmons, Jr. in Clarksdale, Mississippi. After leaving Mississippi, Ernest moved to Fort Pierce, FL where he lived for the remainder of his life.
Ernest attended Clarksdale High where he received his education. He loved to go to Jai alai, play poker, and spend time with his children and grandchildren.
On Saturday, July 2, 2022, the death angels called Ernest home. He was preceded in death by his mother, Josephine Simmons; father, Ernest Simmons, Jr.; sisters, Josephine Simmons and Shirley Simmons; brothers, Steve Simmons and EJ Simmons; daughter, Matida Bradley.
Left to cherish his precious memories are his daughters, LaTonya Simmons-Harris(Johnny), Lawanda O’Neal, Tamekia O’Neal, Katina Sheffield, Kima Byrd, Kimbria Warren, Shaquita Carrasquillo, Maudrice Mills; sons, Ernest Simmons, Marquis Sheffield, Rayvon Simmons, Ernest Navarro, Samuel Bradley, Robert Mills, Ratavious Mills, and Jamie Mills; sisters, Laura Dungan of Indianapolis, Mattie Richardson(Danny) of Ohio, Joann Simmons of Tennessee; brothers, Emil Simmons of Mississippi, Johnny Simmons of Ohio, and Nathaniel Simmons of Tennessee; best friend, Sucker Tom; a long with a host of grandchildren, great grand children, nieces, nephews, other relatives and sorrowing friends.
Public visitation for Ernest Simmons will take place on Friday, July 15, 2022 from 5:00pm-7:00pm at Stone Brothers Funeral Home in Fort Pierce, FL. Funeral services will convene on Saturday, July 16, 2022 at Greater New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church in Fort Pierce, FL beginning at 11:00am.
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Add A CondolenceTo family you lost a giant he probably look mean but was a sweet heart with kitten gloves my you be at Peace
On behalf of Charles Jr (No Neck)and Shilisha Jackson, we give our sincere condolences during this difficult time. We have fond memories of Ray and others from the "Pool Room". Again, we do give our condolences and may God continue to strengthen you.
God Bless the family of the passing of the loss of A near and Dear Friend Big Ray he will be missed always and forever!
I Love You Dad And I know You Loved Us Thanks For Being A Great Father Love Kima Always We ❤️ Gone MissYou Pops
'Lord Bless Us in our time of grief, as we mourn the death of "Big Ray" Bless those who mourn,and fill these empty hearts with pleasant memories, the sound of laughter,sunshine and happier days.Bless those who mourn,and heal their brokenness with the soothing balm of your gentle touch,that they might know wholeness and peace.' Sending My Heartfelt Condolences, Prayers and Love. Ray you were a gentle giant, with a great big heart. A loving and caring soul. You will be greatly missed. Rest in Paradise. Love Michele
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