Jamare' Ry'shon Simmons

Psalm 23
The LORD is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name’s sake. Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.

The precious life of Jamare Ry’Shon Simmons ended on Wednesday, July 19, 2023, at his residence in Columbia, Louisiana, at only 15 years of age. Born on July 18, 2008, in Louisiana to beloved parents, Brandy Jordan and Ryan Simmons. He was well-known in his school and neighborhood as the “quiet one” as he kept to himself most of the time. Jamare was a selfless child who did all he could to make sure those closest to him were always happy. He attended Life Church of Columbia where he gained a loving church family. He was a very active sportsman of the athletic department at his local high school and was deeply passionate about the success of his team. That’s one thing for sure, he loved being a Spartan!

Jamare was a good teenager who constantly wished everyone could be happy, and he tried to impact the lives of those around him positively in his own unique ways. If you knew Jamare, he did this by making jokes so everybody could laugh; from the very old to the youngest. Jamare left a memorable impression on everybody.

Jamare is survived by: parents, Brandy Jordan and Ryan Simmons; brother, Quan King, Jr.; sisters, Braylee Alston, Naomi Higgins, Kali and Rya Simmons; godsister, Alayshia Dozier; godbrother, DeMaur Smith; maternal grandparents, Katie Jordan and Mathar Carter, Jr.; paternal grandparents, Rashauna Simmons and Ramon Hunter; great-grandmother, Peggy Simmons; bonus great-grandparents, Bettie and James King; bonus grandparents, Windell Fegans and Tecia King; godparents, Aaron and Briana Dozier; best friend Brennan Hardy; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, other loving family, and friends.

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