He united with Shady Grove A.M.E. Church at an early age. He attended school in Detroit, Michigan until he was 16 years old. He then moved back to Monticello and finished school in 1979. He was a professional heavy equipment operator. Tony had a special love for his family and everyone that was in his presence got a touch of his infectious laugh. He was preceded in death by his father, Lamar, his mother, Verlee, three brothers, Louis Ray, Benjamin Fay and Micah Lee, two sisters, Shirby Jean and Tanya Yvonne.
He leaves to cherish his memories four sons; Cecil Binns (LaToya) of Detroit, Michigan, Tony C. (Ashley) of Knoxville, AR, Jason (Vanessa) of Monticello and Christopher (Marilyn) of Little Rock; his step-mother, Mrs. Mary T. Lattimore Simmons; four brothers, Lorenza (Ola), Mark (Jacquline), Steven (Valerie), all of Monticello; three sisters, Maryland (Hosea) and Pamela (Eric) both of Monticello and Shasta (Kevin) of Dumas; two sister-in-laws, Carolyn J. of Detroit, Michigan and Margaret A. of Monticello; five step-brothers, James, Willie (Shirley), Napaleon (Barbara) Latimore all of St. Louis, MO, Sidney Lattimore of Dermott and Alvin (Rosie) Lattimore of McGehee; one step-sister, Mae J. Lattimore of McGehee; a very special great-niece, Sharalon Freeman of Bryant; twelve grandchildren. Tony will be missed by a plethora of nephews, nieces, great nephews and nieces, family and friends.
Condolences(18)
Jo Jordan
Monticello, AR Friday, August 29, 2014 Jo JordanMartha Barbee
Monticello, AR Wednesday, July 9, 2014 I'm so sorry to hear of your loss of Mr. Simmons. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.Timothy Forrest
, AR Tuesday, July 8, 2014 Steve,So sorry to here of your brothers passing. Sending our prayers to you and your family.
From Timothy Forrest, Class of 1977
LuPuita Simmons
Milwaukee, WI Tuesday, July 8, 2014 Wow..... I'm still in aw over the loss of you. It's so hard to believe that we were just sitting out in Aunt Pam's yard laughing and having a good time on Mother's Day. It's heartbreaking to know we won't have such times again on this side. I find peace in my belief that you are absent from your body & present with The Lord. However, I can't even imagine how it's going to be when I come home later this year & can't say go get my baby. We had some good times & I will always be thankful for having an uncle like you that loved me & was always there for me. Your smile & energy alone gave me joy. I miss you already. I will always love & adore you.Puna😪
william Moore
los Angeles, CA Saturday, July 5, 2014 Tony, I remember when you and I taught our 4th grade math class for the entire year. Mrs. Stuckey would take the roll and leave out the class. She told them if they needed any help to raise their hand and you and I would help them. Class of 79. William MooreJudy Matthews Floyd
Las Vegas, NV Saturday, July 5, 2014 My condolences to the Simmons family. God Bless You!Barbara Benton
Warren, AR Friday, July 4, 2014 Steve, sorry to hear about the passing of your brother. You and your family have my deepest sympathy. God bless you all.Your former classmate,
Barbara Vincent Benton - Class of '77
Shelby Williams
Little Rock, AR Friday, July 4, 2014 I am sorry to hear of the passing my classmate. There was never a dull moment when Tony was around. I will always remember his beautiful smile and his laugh. My thoughts and prayers are with the Simmons Family.Cornelia Anderson
Warren, AR Thursday, July 3, 2014 May God bless you during this time of sorrow. May you find peace during this difficult time. With sympathyCornelia Anderson
Denetra foster
monticello, AR Thursday, July 3, 2014 Tony will Truely be missed i can remember his smile and thelaughter he had, keeping the entire family in my prayers.
Love always
Denetra foster
Class of 1979
Sharalon Freeman
Bryant, AR Thursday, July 3, 2014 I'm so hurt that you left me, but I know for sure you're in a better place. It was a blessing for me to be able to speak with you on your birthday, but only if I could've hugged you again. It's so much I can remember that just makes me laugh and makes some of the pain go away. You'll always be my favorite and I'll always love you forever! You were a blessing to so many! Watch over me my Angel! I'll see you when I get there! Your baby Rae!Bishop Sam Wherry
Monticello, AR Thursday, July 3, 2014 The noon day of adulthood death or passing from mortality to immortality of Tony Simmons can only be summed as the will of the Almighty God. The family rest assured that Heaven has no sorry that nature of the Almighty God, Jehovah Rapha, The Lord who heals cannot heal and provide during and after this period of bereavement to and upon the Simmons family.Lenox & Carolyn Morgan
Olive Branch, MS Wednesday, July 2, 2014 Tony, you hold a very special place in our hearts. Your laughter and personality was contagious. Anyone who had the pleasure of knowing you, knows how truly special you are. We love you and we know you are in a better place watching over us!Deborah J. Binns
lincolnpark, MI Wednesday, July 2, 2014 I luv u...and always will...R. I. PSamuel Williams and Family
, AR Wednesday, July 2, 2014 We send our deepest sympathy to the family during this time. We hope you seek the lord for strength each passing dayFaye Harris
Urbana, IL Tuesday, July 1, 2014 My love and prayers to the Simmons family. I am so sorry for your lost. May God give you strength.Donald H. Flentroy
Crossett, AR Tuesday, July 1, 2014 Tony was an energetic youngman. He was one of my best little league baseball players (catcher). I will always remember him.Donald H. Flentroy
Rebbecca Peacock Wright
monticello, AR Tuesday, July 1, 2014 Tony was a classmate of mine I enjoyed his company when he was around sorry to hear of his passing he will be missed