"I was in a band with Chris in 1976. He was unforgettable, so very talented on the drums. He was a huge Frank Zappa fan and he played like John Bonham of Led Zeppelin. I am so saddened on hearing that he passed."
In loving memory of
Christopher Jay Simmons
May 11, 1957 - August 14, 1995
Portsmouth, RI - Christopher Jay Simmons, 38, of 63 Black Point Lane, Portsmouth, died at home on August 14, 1995. Born in Burbank, CA on May 11, 1957, he was the son of Constance L. DeCotis Simmons of Portsmouth, RI and the late Christopher J. Simmons, III. Jay was a graduate of Rogers High School. He worked for Nunes Motor Company as an Auto Mechanic and also for Paul Valenti Construction Company on the construction of the Newport Hospital. Besides his mother he is survived by his daughter, Candy Simmons, his brothers Andrew J. Simmons, Anthony OP. Simmons and his sister Sheila L. Holmes.His funeral was held on at St. Marys Catholic Church, and burial was in Middletown Cemetery, Middletown, RI.
Tributes
"Miss you Daddy!! What I would give for a bear Hug. Oh yeah. Just thought you should know I don't say sorry all the time anymore. I forgive and understand why now. And my children are learning more about Papa Simmons. Lots of questions at this age you know. See you someday soon. XOXO Your baby girl, Candy M Simmons Scurio"
"Candy,Im so sorry for your loss.Your dad loved you so very much.I believe that he is always looking out for you and his 3 beautiful grandchildren.Embrace your memories until you meet again."
"Candy, I know how much this memorial means to You,, I know You Miss Your Dad and I know he would be so proud of the women You have become. I Love You. Im So Sorry You lost Him, I will always be here for You, Chris"
"<3 you always. Miss you till i see you again. I ll write more just sleepy tonight."