Stephen R. Simmons
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Stephen R. Simmons Tuesday, February 1, 2022 at age 64 went home to be with his Lord; his parents, Donald and Shirley Simmons; sister, Donna Simmons. Stephen is survived by his best friend and wife of 42 years, Julie (Pockett) Simmons; his loving children, Stephanie (Phill) Astuto, Ryan (Nikki) Simmons and Nicole Simmons; his pride and joy grandchildren, Dominic and Giovanni Astuto and Layla Simmons; sisters, Pam (David) Ingram and Paula (David) Colvin; sister-in-law, Nancy (Donald) Sauerbier; brother-in-law, Gary (Kathy) Pockett; many nieces, nephews & cousins; dear friends. Stephen was employed by General Motors for 44 years with plans to retire this year. He loved his work, where he had many dear friends, but his passion was spending time with his family. He enjoyed watching his grandchildren play sports and was very proud of them. He was their teams’ “biggest fan”. He had a great sense of humor that many will miss. He was truly a great friend to all, always putting others before him. In his spare time, he liked to play golf, enjoyed gardening and had a love for hosting and cooking; “the ultimate chef”! Stephen was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Stephen’s visitation will be held Tuesday, February 8th 4-7 PM at Vay-Schleich & Meeson 1075 Long Pond Road. His Funeral Mass will be celebrated Wednesday, February 9th 11:00 AM at Spiritus Christi Church 121 Fitzhugh St. N Rochester, NY 14614. Private interment. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Spiritus Christi Church or G.R.A.S.P (www.graspinc.org/donate) in his memory. For more information and to sign his online guestbook, visit www.meesonfamily.com
Julie and Family, there are no words to express our heartfelt sympathy. Please know there are many prayers coming your way.
Rest In Peace Steve Many great times camping, troop 185 Boy Scouts, & football at Arcadia high school. My condolences.
Steve, you will be greatly missed by so many. I am so honored to have gotten to know you and your beautiful family. My heart is heavy and the world lost a bit of its shine. Shine bright in heaven.
We are heart-broken to hear of Steve’s passing. Julie, please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Lynne and Mike Defendorf
Julie, Steph, Ryan and Nicole: We are all saddened to hear of your loss. It is hard to understand why people are taken from us, but find comfort in knowing all of you were a special part of a life well lived. Love follows us, no matter how far. Mary
Julie please know we are here for you and wish you and yours comfort at this difficult time. Tony and Sue Filetti
Julie and Stephanie, Ryan and Nicole,. My heart breaks for you. Steve was one in a million and very much beloved
Julie, I was saddened to hear of the passing of your husband. You are in my thoughts. Please take care.
Julie, Ryan and family, I was so sad to hear about the Steve’s passing. My thoughts & prayers are with you all at such a sad time. Such a good guy gone way too soon. Lisa (Saviano) Bain
Julie so sorry to hear about your husband. You are in my thoughts.
Dear Julie and Family, Please accept our deepest sympathies for your loss. Steve was a good friend to many and a dedicated father to his family. His smile ,kindness and good humor will not be forgotten. Our condolences. Jim and Rita DeLucia
Julie I don’t have words to tell you how very sorry I am. I was so happy to see you and Steve at the airport in Atlanta. The world has lost an absolute gem. I am thinking and praying for you and your family. Much love, Lynne
Julie, I was shocked and saddened to see Steve’s obituary in the paper, which I am glad that I checked. I am so sorry for your great loss. I am here whenever you need me or anything. I am praying for you and your family and sending you my love.
Steve, has been a great friend and coworker for the last 44 years. Had the pleasure of knowing him more as a friend. Steve had a sense of humor that was second to none. He got along with everyone. To say the least, Steve was a unique individual.
I was schocked and shaken to hear my co-worker and friend of so many years had passed. I hold many fond memories of Steve. He had a great sense of humor, an he was such a good human being. He will be greatly missed. I am so very sorry for your loss! May the Lord comfort you, and ease your pain, as you grieve for your loved one. May the Lord welcome him in Heaven with open arms. He has left behind on earth a wonderful family. May God rest his soul. His memory will live on with family and friends. Mile Kordovski
Dear Julie and family, I am so sorry to hear of Steve’s passing. Since the day Boyd and I met you both we loved your friendship and thoughtfulness. Steven will be missed by so many. God bless you all. Take one day at a time right now, Julie. Love and big hugs, Carole xxoo
I am raising your whole family up in Prayer at this time. I was shocked to hear of Steve’s passing. While he and I didn’t work in the same departments, we did have occasion to interact together. Especially at work after our return in May of 2020. He was a rare gem, one you don’t find very often. It was a pleasure to work with. God keep you in his loving embrace. Mary Tyler
To Steve’s family, I am so sorry to hear of his passing. Prayers for all of you during this time. I worked with Steve for many years, he was one exceptional person. I always enjoyed our chats at work. Like a good friend it didn’t matter how long it was between our chats, we just picked up where we left off. Steve will be greatly missed by all of who had the pleasure of knowing him. KC
Steve was a friend from gm plant on Lexington ave.he was a great guy to work for.
Steve you were a wonderful person. I know you are in a beautiful place where Angels walk! I will miss you my friend, God bless you soul!
Dear Julie and all your family I’am so sorry for the loss of your loved one I just can’t believe we have lost a very special person. I worked for Steve in the office at Delphi for several years like 20 doing a non-traditional job. My husband also worked for him. He was a great person to work for so patient, caring, understanding, had a great sense of humor, always there to help you when in need of him. He would always say something about you for he had to cook that night which he said he enjoyed and talked about his children. He loved you all very much. At one time you took care of my husband in the hospital. So our sympathy, prayers are with you all for the loss of your special loved one May God Bless you all.
Dear Julie and all your family, We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. My husband and I worked for Steve at Delphi for several years. He was a great person to be around and work for. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this time of your sudden loss. May God Bless you all.
Julie and family, We are so sorry to hear about Steve. He was a wonderful guy to have for a coworker and friend. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you at this sad time. Dick and Sue Donoghue
Dear Julie and Family, Our deepest sympathy to all of you at this devastating loss of your loved one. Our prayers are with Steve in Heaven and all of you. Remembering your family as our neighbors, and my beloved husband Joe working with Steve at Rochester Products brings back wonderful memories. May your fond memories help to comfort all of you at the difficult time. God Bless. In Sympathy and Love, The Pelliccia Family. Janet, Joey and Stephanie
Our deepest sympathies to your family. May God almighty comfort you during this time of need.
Julie and family, We are shocked by Steve’s sudden passing. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family at this most difficult time. May you find peace in the coming days ahead.
Julie and family, Holly and I are keeping you all in our prayers. We loved Steve, and will remember his quick sense of humor and kindness. Our Euchre family will never be the same.
Julie, We are so sorry to hear about Steve’s passing. We and the Mother Earth group will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Julie, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Steve. Our prayers are with you.
Dear Julie, We are so sorry to hear of Steve’s passing. He was a wonderful guy. We are keeping him, you, and your whole family in our thoughts and prayers. Laurie and Bob Hopkins