Pastor Howard Avery will officiate. Oxford, MS MATTHEW SIMMONS OBITUARY Matthew Simmons's passing at the age of 100 on Sunday, February 19, 2023 has been publicly announced by L Hodges Funeral Service in Oxford, MS. http://www.shanti.org/matthew-simmons. Hewas the son of the late George and Hazeline Simmons. "Peggy was a highly-creative force in Pepperspray, dreaming up such ingenious mash-ups such as 'Push It' by Garbage paired with 'Push It' by Salt and Peppa (always a crowd-pleaser) as well as ingenious renditions of Talking Head's 'Psycho Killer' and Sex Pistol's 'Pretty Vacant. Matthew Simmons passed away 2010-08-08 in ROCKPORT, This is the full obituary story where you can express condolences and share memories. The world is a little less compassionate and warm today, and as we remember Matthews tremendous kindness, sense of humor, and, of course, sartorial splendor, we hold him close in our hearts., The first time I heard about Shanti was in 1984, when I was living in Minnesota, and the first cases of AIDS had just started impacting the community, said Simmons in a Shanti informational video recorded July 9, 2020. SIMMONS: What the research vessel found a week ago Sunday [referring to news reports of May 16, 2010] was this giant plume about six miles (10 km) away, and then this huge layer of goo on the ocean floor that's almost certain I mean, maybe it's a natural fracture I think that's where the wellhead is. Matthew went above and beyond in honoring the lives of his clients, and we will do the same for him. He graduated from Mission Viejo Highschool in 1999 and shortly after joined the Air Force. Matthew left the Air Force to join the Army in June 2006 and was stationed at Fort Stewart Army base in Savannah, Georgia with his family. Jesus did we laugh a lot. Messages run for up to one year and you A program bio lists his Bjrk drag number at the legendary Trannyshack (at The Stud) in 1998 as his first San Francisco performance. "He could still wear his Up With People blue polyester flared-leg jumpsuit through all his days," said close friend John Harry 'Cayenne' Bonck. He was in the Air Force for seven years and during that time was deployed to South Korea for a year in 2004. He loved it. Everyone should see how this angel could take any affliction or hardship and turn it into a life-giving gift. Susan was a member of Lutheran Women's Missionary League. As a soldier, Matt was one of many heroes. I hope we get to exhibit those images. Matthew met and married his wife Michelle Simmons of seven years in 2001 and than started a beautiful family. ""The first time I heard about Shanti was in 1984, when I was living in Minnesota, and the first cases of AIDS had just started impacting the community," said Simmons in a Shanti informational video recorded July 9, 2020. (see photo) We camped it up and ate fried chicken and laughed our asses off remembering all of the years and stories and doing campy poses next to the roses. Skip to content. He was an effective, embodied magician. I asked Peggy to join Pepperspray based on her keyboard skills and diverse performance background, wrote composer-musician Peter Fogel. Fogel said that Peppersprays main run was from 2002 to 2007 (five years). If you know of an upcoming event for Matthew Simmons, please add one. He gave of his gifts to everyone who encountered him, but at times carried the burden of his empathy.. thank you for serving our country and for your hard work. Forward to Family & Friends; Share a Memory; Make a Charitable Donation; Add a Photo; Print; Contact Support; Death Certificates . (51 years old). Longtime friend Don Shewey was another associate of the Body Electric School. She had to have the last word.. Matthew will be missed by so many people. Simmons made contributions to the films Peak Oil Imposed by Nature, The Power of Community: How Cuba Survived Peak Oil (2006), The End of Suburbia, Crude Impact, and Crude Awakening: The Oil Crash, and appeared on World Energy Television World Energy Video Interview, August 2008. She brought down the house every time. . Snap! Just as he did throughout his life, he helped without even being asked. According to dancer and video producer Andrew Slade, during a performance of Peaches Christs live drag parody before a screening of Addams Family Values, Simmons, as camp counselor Becky Granger, scolded a noisy drunk audience member at the Castro Theatre, all while staying in character. Matthew grew up in Mission Viejo, California with his parents and . Matthew was born on July 24, 1981 to Richard Simmons Jr. and Rexann Simmons of Gridley, California. Siblings who preceded him in death are: Walter Lee Simmons, Earnestine "Ernie" Lockhart, and Gennie T. Glover. '"Fogel said that Pepperspray's main run was from 2002 to 2007 (five years). After one of his sessions, he told me, I just fucked AIDS. Mr. Matthew Matt Edward Simmons Sr. of Charlotte,North Carolina was born on October 23, 1966, in Winnsboro,SC. He was predeceased by : his father Oscar Simmons; his siblings, Walter Lee Simmons, Earnestine "Ernie" Lockhart and Gennie T. Glover; his wife Rossie Fondren; his grandson Robert Lamont Jones of St. Louis, MO; and his great grandchild Aurelia Simmons of Oxford, MS.. Actor-writer and director Michael Phillis also offered his tribute on Facebook, writing, Mama Peggy LEggs was punk rock onstage. We love you Matthew Ryan Simmons. He loved growing up going camping with his family during the summer in Lake Tahoe. Sign the Guest Book. Thank you for your friendship, for teaching me to tie bowties, for your endless sass, your unstoppable talent, your dark humor and your forever kind of love. After one of his sessions, he told me, 'I just fucked AIDS.'" You just never could quite predict what she might say or do. Search by Name. (100 years old). Of Simmons performances, artist/director Seth Eisen wrote, He hit every mark and brought down the house always going further than all the way. And if she wasn't in the show, you better believe she'd bust backstage, whether you invited her or not, to drop off packages of Lindor truffles for the cast to share. Sympathy Ideas. He did not stay between the lines of anything that mattered to him, and his desire to be of service to others was his guiding principle. Edit your search or learn more. Would you like to offer Matthew Simmonss loved ones a condolence message? Search by Name. Matthew Simmons, energy investment banker. She was born Dec. 3, 1926, in Newport to Raymond and Eva Himes. Irvine, CA 92604 | FD 1818, OConnor Mortuary Epic. Matthew was handy and could fix most anything. Coffey Funeral Home Melinda Faye Simmons, age 58, of New Tazewell was born September 24, 1964, and passed away on February 2, 2023. Click to read and leave tributes. Login or Sign-up to show all important data, death records and obituaries absolutely for free! ', Longtime friend Don Shewey was another associate of the Body Electric School. What Ive noticed in my journey with Shanti and everything that has led up to this moment in my life, is how to show up for people without judging, without fixing, without changing, without needing them to be anything other than who they are. And I still believe that what happened is that the riser blew off the wellhead, and it's hooked onto the rig; so you've got a mile of oil inside that that's pretty light concentrate. Simmons bases his case on hundreds of internal documents from Saudi Aramco, professional journals and other authoritative sources. Family and friends are coming together online to create a special keepsake. Jean Elizabeth Himes, 96, of Newport passed away Friday, Feb. 17, 2023. Some members of Matthews family hosted a preliminary memorial Sunday, Sept 13 at the San Francisco Wave Organ in the Marina, with dozens of Simmons friends attending. For Customer Service please call: 1-888-610-8262. He was 60. He was preceded in death by his wife Rossie Fondren, two infant daughters and Shirley Simmons Fox of Oxford, MS; his grandson, Robert Lamont Jones, of St. Louis, MO; and great-granddaughter, Aurelia Simmons of Oxford, MS. Read more about the life story of Matthew and share your memory. His true measure of courage, determination, loyalty, devotion, and love came as a dad. He wasemployed by the Oliver Paving Company in Charlotte, NC forover 30 years. Your email will not be used for any other purpose. I will forever remember her showing up to rehearsals fully prepared, always with an iced coffee in tow.. Im grieving the loss of my friend-tor (friend and mentor) Peggy LEggs/Matthew Simmons who Ive known since I moved to SF in 1994. She was so excited to laugh with you. "Matthew went above and beyond in honoring the lives of his clients, and we will do the same for him. Peggy was also cast as Dr. Karen/Oopsie in the remount of Fogel and Kittells Cyberotica! Death, Burial, Cemetery & Obituaries. February 19, 2023 ", "UM fund to honor late ocean energy visionary", "Sale of the century? (See many more Peggy L'Eggs videos on YouTube. The first born of three brothers, the world knew Matty was special early on. This memorial website was created in memory of Matthew Simmons, 20, born on August 10, 1958 and passed away on December 0, 1978. The Ocean Energy Institute ceased operations in 2011. Matthew Simmons. "Matthew's vivacious energy was the perfect doorway for many people to enter the realm of advanced erotic embodiment through breath work and Taoist erotic massage," he wrote. BORN February 16, 1981 DIED May 14, 2021 AGE 40 LOCATION Atlanta, Georgia Obituary Although his death was a tragic accident, Matty squeezed all he could out of life. Siblings who preceded him in death are: Walter Lee Simmons, Earnestine Ernie Lockhart, and Gennie T. Glover. However, by 2016, Saudi production had increased by more than one million barrels per day.[13]. Everyone should see how this angel could take any affliction or hardship and turn it into a life giving gift. 31920 Del Obispo St, Ste 270 [7] His examination of oil reserve decline rates helped raise awareness of the unreliability of Middle East oil reserves. There are no events at this time. She brought down the house every time. Matthew Simmons 36, Passed on Saturday, November 27, 2021, N.J. Ford & Sons Funeral Home, 12 S Parkway W, 901-948-7755, Send flowers to the service of Matthew Simmons. I was overjoyed when Russell Blackwood cast Peggy in the lead role of Dante for the Thrillpeddlers 2015 / 2016 production of my and Kelly Kittells rock musical Club Inferno, added Fogel. He gave of his gifts to everyone who encountered him, but at times carried the burden of his empathy. He leaves many to cherish his precious memory. Wed go to faerie and Billy gatherings over the years and danced in (the fake but oh so REAL) Generate Dance Company with Ed Wolf, Matthew Shyka and many others. [10], Simmons was the founder of the Ocean Energy Institute in Maine. Messages run for up to one year and you He is survived by his grandchildren: Kimberly Lee of Florissant, MO; Michael Simmons, Shawn (Erica) Avent, Keesha Austin, and Christopher Simmons, Mark Simmons all of Oxford, MS; LaRhonda Simmons and Latebony Simmons of Memphis, TN; Kyla (Demetrius) Armstrong of Water Valley, MS; Matesia Simmons, Martin Simmons of Oxford, MS, and Mathan Simmons of San Antonio, TX. She had to have the last word.". I was in traffic the other day and saw a decal with his Memorial on the back windshield of a vehicle driving in Lake Forest. MATTHEW WADE SIMMONS, 47, of Pierson, Iowa, originally from Quimby, Iowa, passed away Tuesday evening, December 31, 2019 at Unity Point Health-St. Luke's in Sioux City, Iowa. Obituary Matthew Simmons (100), was born in Marshall County, MS on July 18, 1922 to the late Oscar Simmons and Lucy Sweeney. Born in Queens, New York City, his family later moved several times; to Iowa, St. Paul, MN, Charlotteseville, NC, then Weisenberg, Germany, Charleywood, England, to Oakville, Ontario, then Prior Lake, MN. Matthew was blessed with a wonderful family. She would finish your sentences before you could. Simmons is survived by his brothers Stanley Cary Simmons, Chris Ian Simmons, nine beloved nieces and nephews, one great-niece, and sister-in-law Melissa VanGrundy-Simmons. Before he became known to Bay Area drag and theatre fans as Peggy LEggs, in the 1980s, Simmons worked in the then-growing somatic healing movement. They also had three reunion shows in 2010 and in 2015 with a farewell show in 2016 at DNA Lounge / Bootie. That was Peggy. When the lights went up and the crowd started reacting, the best-laid plans from rehearsal went out the window. October 30, 1981 - December 20, 2013 Richmond, Texas Set a Reminder for the Anniversary of Matthew's Passing. One person can make a difference, however that person shows up. Omaha, the 10th seed in the Summit League men's tournament, used a dominant stretch at the end of the first half to take control of a win over seventh-seeded UMKC She was immediate-chosen-family. The Guardian reported that Simmons was mentioned in a leaked U.S State Department cable dated November 2007: COMMENT: While al-Husseini believes that Saudi officials overstate capabilities in the interest of spurring foreign investment, he is also critical of international expectations. Siblings who preceded him in death are: Walter Lee Simmons, Earnestine "Ernie" Lockhart, and Gennie T. Glover. He graduated from Willow Community School in 1990. And before, during, and after every single show, with every single person, she was kind, generous and welcoming. Matt attended the public schools of Fairfield County, then later continued his education in Charlotte, NC. Afterwards, he grabs his keyboard underarm, hops off stage, parts the sea of people, exits out the front door and jumps into a cab in one breath. Brian was employed by Team One Logistics in Alpharetta, GA. She truly was the sweetest, and kindest witch in all of Oz. Matthew wasextremelyproud to serve his country. Simmons, who lived in Houston, Texas, died at his vacation home in North Haven, Maine, on August 8, 2010, at the age of 67. Making a differenceSince 2010, Simmons worked as a Care Navigator with The Shanti Project. Peggys journey and character inhabitation as Dante were impossible not to love.. From that appearance I got it in my head to cast him in my show Homo File about the life of Sam Steward, the tattoo artist, erotic writer. Matthew Simmons (100), was born in Marshall County, MS on July 18, 1922 to the late Oscar Simmons and Lucy Sweeney. Quite simply, there will never be another like her. You may also light a candle in honor of Matthew Simmons or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service. This is tough. The Minister of Youth, Culture and Sports is pleased to make the following appointments . Although his death was a tragic accident, Matty squeezed all he could out of life. He loved the Lord and being in the Lords House. Share Your Memories and Sympathies and Join the Bereaved! Every memory left on the online obituary will be automatically included in the book. He was a member of the Quimby Baptist Church. He was so proud of his recent series of drawings about his hand surgery he was about to undergo. But anyone who ever came in contact with this rambunctious creature has fun memories they will treasure forever. Simmons also portrayed 'Glen or Glenda the Witch' in a trailer for Frameline's 39th annual LGBTQ film festival and in Peaches' drag parody, The Wizard of Odd.As Peggy L'Eggs, Simmons was known for his spontaneity as well. There is no photo or video of Matthew Simmons.Be the first to share a memory to pay tribute. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. Simmons also costarred in ThrillPeddlers' Club Inferno, Peter Fogel's rock musical loosely based on Dante's Inferno. Boyd, and Lisa (Otis) Johnson, and a host of aunts anduncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Before he became known to Bay Area drag and theatre fans as Peggy L'Eggs, in the 1980s, Simmons worked in the then-growing somatic healing movement. I believe her slaying of Nirvana's 'Smell Like Teen Spirit' at the Gay Pride main stage in 2003 cinched the deal for Bill Graham Presents offering Pepperspray the opening slot for Cher two months later. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. He was 60. He could always be found with a smile on his face and a laugh in his heart. A funeral service was held on Saturday, February 25th 2023 at 12:00 PM at the Clear Creek Missionary Baptist Church (Oxford, MS 38655). So it's not sure that luckily they placed the top kill correctly. Afterwards, he grabs his keyboard underarm, hops off stage, parts the sea of people, exits out the front door and jumps into a cab in one breath. "I was overjoyed when Russell Blackwood cast Peggy in the lead role of Dante for the Thrillpeddler's 2015 / 2016 production of my and Kelly Kittell's rock musical Club Inferno, added Fogel. Susan Marie Simmons, 64, of Beaumont, died Wednesday, March 1, 2023, at Christus Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth, Beaumont. That was Peggy. It was like a life review. For his bravery while injured in the war he was the recipient of the militarys Purple Heart. Obituary Gregory Matthew Simmons, 54, of Bloomington, passed away on Sunday, July 28, 2019, after a long battle with cancer. The world is a little less compassionate and warm today, and as we remember Matthew's tremendous kindness, sense of humor, and, of course, sartorial splendor, we hold him close in our hearts. But now they have to see if it will take mud. He was a longtime resident of Gridley, and a graduate of the class of 2000. David Ard. Simmons also performed in numerous shows produced by Peaches Christ, including Clueless, Femlins, Legally Black and other productions. Online condolences can be left at www.boothbyfuneral.com In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to a charity of your choice in Matts name. He always enjoyed a good joke, a good meal, and watching his Westerns and the News. Adored grandmother of Taylo . He considers himself optimistic about the future of energy, but pragmatic with regards to what resources are available and what level of production is possible. Please sign the GUESTBOOK in place of sending flowers. Marcus Lewis -- St. George ST. GEORGE -- Graveside service for Marcus. Matthew Simmons - Oxford, Mississippi , L Hodges Funeral Service - Memories wall BROUGHT TO YOU BY L Hodges Funeral Service Matthew Simmons Oxford, Mississippi July 18, 1922 - February 19, 2023 Share Obituary: Tribute Wall Obituary & Events Share a memory Send Flowers Share a memory of Matthew Simmons. But then they shouldn't delude themselves that they've stopped the spill; they should now go and say, 'Let's figure out what the plume was all about,' because if THAT'S the hole, and the casing blew out, we have an enormous problem. She was taken to the Mecklenburg County Jail. For me, one of the highlights of the March on Washington in March, 1993 was a fabulous event: The Prom That You Really Wanted. He is survived by his four children: Matthew Dylan Simmons of Brookings, S.D. Afterwards he grabs his keyboard underarm, hops off stage, parts the sea of people, exits out the front door and jumps into a cab in one breath. Brother Matthew accepted Christ as his Personal Savior and joined Clear Creek Missionary Baptist Church. At the Castro Theater he accompanied Rufus McGarrigle Wainwright on piano in Somewhere over the Rainbow at the Castro which was magical and seizure inducing intoxication. You just never could quite predict what she might say or do. As Peggy LEggs, Simmons was known for his spontaneity as well. UPMC Western Maryland last month named Simmons its vice president of medical staff affairs. "He was the truest shaman I've known. Simmons was motivated by the 1973 energy crisis to create an investment banking firm catering to oil companies. He enlisted in the army in 1942 and served during WWII. He served as an energy adviser to U.S. President George W. Bush[5] and was a member of the National Petroleum Council and the Council on Foreign Relations. Obituary Mr. Matthew "Matt" Edward Simmons Sr. of Charlotte, North Carolina was born on October 23, 1966, in Winnsboro, SC. Send Flowers. Share Obituary. According to dancer and video producer Andrew Slade, during a performance of Peaches Christ's live drag parody before a screening of Addams Family Values, Simmons, as camp counselor Becky Granger, scolded a noisy drunk audience member at the Castro Theatre, all while staying in character.Of Simmons' performances, artist/director Seth Eisen wrote, "He hit every mark and brought down the house always going further than all the way. He loved the San Diego Chargers. Visitation was held on Friday, February 24th 2023 from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the L. Hodges Funeral Service (38 MS-334, Oxford, MS 38655). He led workshops throughout the world with Joseph Kramer's Body Electric gay men's erotic health and spirituality practice. Without a tooth in his mouth, he was giving his mom directions from his car seat shortly after his first birthday. At the Castro Theater, he accompanied Rufus Wainwright on piano in Somewhere over the Rainbow which was magical and seizure-inducing. Funeral Home website by. Matthew Robert Simmons Obituary Remember Matthew Robert Simmons. Matthew Simmons Obituary We are sad to announce that on February 19, 2023 we had to say goodbye to Matthew Simmons of Oxford, Mississippi. As a member of the drag rock band Pepperspray, keyboardist and singer Simmons co-performed rousing covers of songs by diverse bands, ranging from Nirvana to Garbage and David Bowie.Drag parodies were also part of his extensive career, including costarring in comic adaptations of Absolutely Fabulous, Harry Poofter, and The Facts of Life, which were produced at SF Oasis. your email below for our complimentary daily grief messages. 2020, at 10:30 a.m. at the Boothby Funeral Home in Cherokee, Iowa. You generosity was always overflowing. At first Matthew Simmons was seen as a victim, then reviled as a racist. Obituary. We love you, Matt. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call 704-432-TIPS or Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600 Copyright 2021 WBTV. He was a wonderful father to Ariana, Shakira, Cayson,Elijah, andJeremiah. Matthew Simmons died from a gunshot wound Saturday night on Brooksvale Street, around 11:17 p.m. Shamika Rashawn Simmons was taken into custody on Monday. Simmons was located and arrested Monday without incident. This union lasted until Rossies death. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother DonaldDavis. But Matthew, as DJ, host, the bon vivant, exhorted us to higher heights with the healing experience of how fabulous we all were now, regardless of where we started or where the dance was held. He was predeceased by : his mother Carolyn M. Work (Eby); his brother Shawn Simmons; and his step-sister Jennifer Donnelly. They then moved back to South Bend, Indiana where Greg grew up. Matthew had worked as an auto technician throughout his life at various auto shops and most recently working as a farm laborer. "I will forever remember her showing up to rehearsals fully prepared, always with an iced coffee in tow. ; and his friend Bro. Matt Simmons was a. Making a difference Since 2010, Simmons worked as a Care Navigator with The Shanti Project. He was 60. Write your message of sympathy today. A RESPONSE TO THE BOOK, TWILIGHT IN THE DESERT", ASPO USA Peak Oil conference at Boston University, 27 October 2006, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Matthew_Simmons&oldid=1105866703, Articles with dead external links from May 2012, CS1 maint: bot: original URL status unknown, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0. Arrangement Center Irvine He married Rebecca Morrison of Gridley. Gemarkeerd als interessant door Matthew Simmons Neem nu deel om alle activiteiten te bekijken Ervaring University of Southern California - Marshall School of Business 4 jaar 7 maanden Associate. Sympathy Ideas. They are gorgeous like his heart. Matthew Simmons Obituary We are sad to announce that on October 31, 2022, at the age of 51, Matthew Simmons of Elkridge, Maryland, born in Brooklyn, New York passed away. To send flowers "She was more than a muse and friend for me. View Matthew Simmons's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more. While he fundamentally contradicts the Aramco company line, al-Husseini is no doomsday theorist. But when she sang lead on her chosen cover songs.watch out! Matthew was born on June 6, 1972 at Cherokee, Iowa to David & Corliss (Camarigg) Simmons. A possible IPO of Saudi Aramco could mark the end of the post-war oil order", "Matt Simmons Warned Us Against BP Oil Spill In Gulf Of Mexico Now He Is Dead", Matt Simmons, Dr. Doom of the Gulf Coast spill, BP: Simmons Still Sees Bankruptcy; Massive Hole at the Well Bore? ; his grandchildren, Kimberly Lee of Florissant, MO, Michael Simmons of Oxford, MS, Shawn Avent (Erica) of Oxford, MS, Keesha Austin of Oxford, MS, Christopher Simmons of Oxford, MS, Mark Simmons of Oxford, MS, LaRhonda Simmons, Latebony Simmons of Memphis, TN, Kyla Armstrong (Demetrius) of Water Valley, MS, Matesia Simmons, Martin Simmons of Oxford, MS and Mathan Simmons of San Antonio, TX. He departed this life on Saturday, August 21, 2021. At a ceremony honoring the judge Thursday, Simmons thanked the many. Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. July 18, 1922 - . It was like a life review. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. He didnt care where, when, with whom, or whether or not you thought he could, Matt just broke it down. I keep going back to pictures of her as Glen or Glinda The Good Witch from our Wizard of Odd show and the Frameline39 trailer because her portrayal of a goofy and clueless Good Witch is quintessential Peggy. But when she sang lead on her chosen cover songs.watch out! She was born April 3, 1958, in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, to Ruth Ann Karstaedt Weckler and Sherwood Weckler. Warrants were then issued for her arrest. [11] His vision was to make Maine a leader in energy from offshore wind and ocean forces. He loved to travel and see new places and learn about new things. Everyone should see how this angel could take any affliction or hardship and turn it into a life-giving gift.. I hope we get to exhibit those images. And if she wasnt in the show, you better believe shed bust backstage, whether you invited her or not, to drop off packages of Lindor truffles for the cast to share. Flowers are delivered by the preferred local florist of N.J. Ford and Sons Funeral Home, Inc. | Memphis, TN. But of course his favorite role was playing the French maid of Gertrude Stein and Alice Toklas. Matthew Simmons, Noted Energy Banker, Dies at 67 By Cyrus Sanati August 9, 2010 6:01 pm 7 The death of Matthew R. Simmons, the founder of Simmons & Company International, a boutique. Notice ID: GN0227/2023. Place a Notice. He did not stay between the lines of anything that mattered to him, and his desire to be of service to others was his guiding principle. your email below for our complimentary daily grief messages. He began he performance career in San Francisco at the 848 Divisadero Performance Space, with his piece Midwife to the Dying, which contextualized his erotic energy work with men dying from AIDS for a larger audience. Matty is survived by his mother, Barbara, his father, Mark, his brothers, Tommy and his wife Brooke, Petey and his wife Sera, their son, who will carry Mattys monogram, Mason James, and all his friends who love him. "He created the life he wished to live by regulating his body through movement, breath, and sexual arousal. She designed countless programs and booklets for me over the years and was always there to save the day or crash a party and be center of attention. Matthew leaves to cherish his memories: his son, MatthewJr. (Melanie), his companion for over 20 years SheilaGreen, daughters; Michelle Givens and Olivia Green, sonBrandon Green; seven grandchildren; brothers, James(Europe), George (Tonya), Samuel (Anita), David(Olympia), Cornelius (Tenna), Andrew Simmons andNathaniel (Pattie)Williams; sisters Beatrice Young, BessiePittman, Helen Holbert, Lillie Caldwell, Rosetta (Brian) In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to, Living Legacy of Maryland, 1730 Twin Springs Road, Suite 200, Halethrope, MD 21227. But it was his drag performances that most recall. We camped it up and ate fried chicken and laughed our asses off remembering all of the years and stories and doing campy poses next to the roses. Matthew went home to be with the Lord on December 12, 2008 in Savannah, Georgia at the age of 28. Publication date: 28 February 2023. He entered "eternal rest" the morning of February 19, 2023. SIMMONS, MATTHEW N., of Hoover, went to be with the Lord on October 23, 2007. As I was moving on from Body Electric in 1992, Matthew had taken on the role of sacred intimate, making himself available to pleasure men who were dying. He is survived by his children: Lee Ronnie (Robert) Jones of St. Louis, MO; Henry (Hattie) Simmons and Mathanial (Ethel) Simmons both of Oxford, MS; and Larry (Lynette) Simmons of Memphis, TN.
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