Major Clifford M. “Milton” Simmons, USMC (retired) passed away Saturday, June 8, 2024, at his home in King George, Virginia, surrounded by the family he so dearly loved.
Born October 5, 1949 in Harter, he was a son of the late James Clem Simmons and Janie Estelle Simmons.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Marvin Lewis Simmons, Harold Eugene Simmons and Mark Allen Simmons.
Cliff held an undergraduate degree from Concord University and Master’s Degree from Indiana University.
He served one and a half tours in Vietnam with the 5th Marine Regiment 1969/ 1970. After his Vietnam tours, he returned to school and was sworn in as an officer, retiring after 25 years in the United States Marine Corps.
His hobbies included gardening, hiking, running, fishing, golfing and camping. He loved the Lord, his wife and family and his country. He was grateful to his children and grandchildren for their Christian love and caring.
Cliff is survived by his heartbroken wife of 36 years, Deborah; son, Sky Peters; daughter, Brooke Peters; beloved daughter-in- law, Tara Peters; loves of his life – granddaughters, Kira Peters, Kylie Peters and Kayla Brenly; brother, James Edward Simmons; and sister, Patricia Ann Friel; and he was honorary grandpa to Patricia Meador and Sofia Meador.
He will be dearly missed by his family and friends.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, July 1, 2024, at Oakland Baptist Church in King George, Virginia.
The family will receive guests from 10 a.m. until time of service.
Interment will be at Quantico National Cemetery at 2 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, Cliff requested that memorial contributions be made to Oakland Baptist Church, 5520 James Madison Pkwy., King George, VA 22485.
