A special "Thank-you" goes out to all those who sponsered, contributed, and participated in the recent fund raiser for JD's family. Your efforts were greatly appreciated,and touched our hearts.God Bless!

Your are all beautiful...maybe not the guy that's from Missouri who insist he does not want to be seen as hostile but is concerned that JD's lack of a proper helmut will some day in the future impede his recreational activities. You, Mr. Missouri have no true understanding for our loss. Helmut or no helmut...I have held my son for the last time on this earth. The rest of you however continue to amaze me with your words of love and prayers for my family. Don't stop....It's helping.
My son lived every second of his life fearless and compassionate - a rare combination. He did not always consider the risk because he believe that life was for living, not for worrying.
I keep reminding myself that God did not love his son anymore than I love mine...and we continue to hold fast to the knowledge that JD continues, in the hearts of all that truly knew him. His life...continues in a ripple pattern that will never end. Live forever, my son...now without limits.
I love you beyond measure...your momma.

You once told me that you thought the railroad wouldn't be your final destination, that you were meant for something more, something better. This sliver of memory I hold between us sticks out because I don't think either of us knew that you would be leaving this early. We always go through our lives thinking we have all the time in the world to do what we want to do. All the time in the world to seek out the things we want to achieve in life. I know what you meant that day. I know you thought you would grow old and make your mark in the world. You had a plan to do great things. What you didn't know is that what you had already done in life had touched so many people. As we all gathered to celebrate your life, we shared so many memories about you, and the times we all shared with you. We shared how we all missed you. We cried out of sadness because we all knew that the times we shared with you, all the great times we had with you, this would be the last one. J.D. you made your mark here on this world whether you knew it at the time or not. You taught me, and I'm sure others, many of life lessons. A guy like you would give the shirt off your back to someone if they needed it. You always had nothing but good intentions and it poured out of you like a waterfall. You were never shy about admitting a mistake. We all make them and you were the first to say "Hey, I messed up." I'll miss that about you. You didnt plan for this untimely death and I know you have unfinished business here on earth. All of us can pick up the ball where you left it and carry if forward. Your heart and message will live on with us for the rest of our lives, and for that reason, I know you accomplished what you had always wanted to do. Your spirit will carry on with us in our everyday lives. Your spirit will impact our decisions as we carry out our lives and where we may have past that homeless man before and kept going, perhaps now a prayer will go out for him. Rest in peace knowing you made you mark and your legacy will live on. Rest in peace knowing your family will never forget you. Rest in peace knowing your family will be taken care of in times of need. Rest in peace.

Was he wearing a helmet? I assume not. This should show EVERYONE out there, ATV riding CAN be dangerous. Wear a helmet at ALL times. Our sport is under enough pressure to be shut down because of carelessness. This will not help any. Please do not take this as hostile, all I am saying is if your going to ride an OFF ROAD vehicle ON ROAD, be sure and wear a helmet and have it flagged so everyone can see you. DON'T LET ONE LITTLE MISTAKE, END AS ONE LARGE ONE-DEATH...WEAR A HELMET AT ALL TIMES!!!!

JD you will be greatly missed. I enjoyed seeing you on pool nights and having you sing with us. Special memories of you I will remember. I will keep the memories of you trapped in my heart and mind forever!!!

JD what can I say, the sadness is sometimes over whelming. words will never be able to express our loss. you had a way of making everyone feel special. I will miss so many things about you, your voice your handsome face your eyes the way they would light up when you smiled, your endless hugs but most of all your beautiful smile. there have been few in my life I have really questioned Gods way of doing things but this was one of them. I will never understand but I know I must trust and except it so I will do my best. Your uncle Dave and I love you so very much and you will be missed now and forever. Give mom, grandpa and grandma a hug for us. Until we meet again, I LOVE YOU!!
Aunt Tina

JD you were like a big brother to me. you always made me made smile and you were the happiest I knew. no Joke. you were always thinking about others and never took anything the wrong way. you were someone i knew i could always go to and tell you anything. i remember when you used to watch me and my sisters. we would put your hair up in a million rubberbands and put blush and lipstick on you. you always had a little trick you did when you would close the door the little kicking thing you know what i'm talking about. but the biggest thing i remember about you was your big beautiful smile!! it was the best!! Your are amazing!! at least i got to see you one last before you left. at david's wedding you were the only one there wearing a t-shirt and shorts (ha ha) everyone else wearing dress clothes but you and that's what i love about you. you were clapping for the bridesmaids and everyone was looking at you because you were the loudest. oh you can't forget your amazing moves to grease lightning that was classic. the last thing you said to me was man your getting so big i can't believe how much you grew. i love you and miss and know you will always be wether i know it or not. R.I.P!! love your cousin Angie

Oh JD, where to start? We miss you like crazy. I'll always remember the good times we had with you. I only was able to share my life with you for three years but it was enough time to make an impact. Thank you for being such a good friend and cousin to both Jake and Dave. They both mean a lot to me and I appreciate and love everyone who means a lot to them. I wish this wouldn't have happened to someone so good as yourself but I know you would have prevented putting your family in this situation if you could have. Beau will never forget you, we'll all make sure of that. You were a wonderful father and he was lucky to have you for a daddy. And, Cathy is a strong women. She'll be okay. She has all of us. I hope your well taken care of up there...hope you have your harmonica and guitar there with you. Put on a show for everyone, will ya? For the record, we would have been a dream team in rockband :)
Love and miss you tons,
Molly

I writing for my grandson Jayden who is 2 years old. He just kept saying he wanted to see JD. He went up to see him several times and finally he said no more. He said JD sleeping in bed and had owees, and he didn't like that. He said JD wake up and I told him he had to go with Jesus. He said oh, okay. When it was time to go outside for our final goodbyes again he asked where's JD? I told him they would bring him out and put him in the back of the white car and take him to Jesus. As they put him in the back of the hearst he bowed his sweet little head and softly said bye JD. Of course, my heart melted. As they drove away he went to follow. Jayden may not understand but his little spirit sensed something. JD keep a watch over our little ones.

I will never forget you, or the story your mom told everyone at your funeral about the homeless person. As i was driving down the street yesterday, I saw a homeless person on the side of the road, and that very instant all I could do was think of you, and tears just came down my face. I know you most likely don't want us all down here crying, but right now i just can't help it. It's just so hard to beleave that you are really gone. But at least now you are in a better place. Do me a favor and tell grandma Luan hi for me and that I love her and can't wait to meet her. Also tell grandma Simmons that i miss her and love her too. I love you and will miss you. I can't wait to see all of you when i get to heaven too.
Love always your little cousin Kortney (Korky)

The day has come and passed for "Farewell". A glorious day as we celebrated not only your life, but your tender heart,your generosity,glowing smile and fantastic sense of humor.Simply,the joy you brought to all our lives.So many people,so many pictures,so many stories.I saw facets of you I never knew before, and will never forget. Right now I feel the tears will never subside, but I know this too will be replaced with the comfort of knowing your where we should all want to be. I will see you there someday, and I know you will smile and tell me how goofy I was to cry.When ya see me coming,grab that harmonica and play me a song.Upbeat tempo please! I will tell Beau, what a wonderful daddy you were.I'm sure he will feel your love endlessly, and we will forever see you in him. The sentiments of our tragedy,can only be overshadowed by the knowledge that this was your "Triumph". Love Forever-Farewell for now.

When I first heard the news I couldn't believe it. My mind was running with how can this be I just seen him 2 weeks ago. I picked him up after getting my tux and we had lunch then had a few drinks at my place before getting dressed for my big day. We danced battled to Michael Jackson songs at my wedding and even helped me get dress since no one else knew how to put on cufflinks. He finally made it to my home for the first time that day of my wedding. I gave him crap for not coming over sooner but we made plans to have the family over and swim this summer. My wife and kids are sorry for this loss to his family and ours. I'm really going to miss the jokes we made and the guy talks we shared. I will always remember you and the life we shared as we grew up. I know we weren't brothers but I felt the love that brothers share for one another. I hate that this happened and anything we do or say won't change that. I know you are in a better place. I just want to make sure that you and our family is there waiting for us as our time comes. As I write this now my eyes tear up and make it hard to see. You might not have know but I thought of you as a brother. You talked to me about things that I wouldn't dream of with other people. You even taught me how to bark. I know I got better then you but you showed me how. I will forever remember you and your way of life. Keep them laughing up there and we will see you one day. Love you man.

P.S. - You can have a cheese stick.

I'll never forget the last dance we shared at David's wedding. The laughter you brought into my life I will miss. The peace I have with this is that I know your Grandma Luan picked you up and led you to the feet of Jesus. What a glorious time you both must be having.
It's the day after we had to say our final good-byes and you were in my thought when I went to sleep and the first thing I thought of when I awoke. Please know that we will keep your memory alive and our family will see each other through. I miss you and can't wait till the day I to will see you and my mom.
I can only imagine! I LOVE YOU!!

From the day he was born
JD was a joy
You saw nothing but smiles
Coming from that little boy

As grew up so did his grin
He seemed to think everyone was a friend
And in his life he had such love
And it is still felt from heaven above

He was taken so quickly from this earth
And I am sure he is peaceful with his new birth
I will mis you JD and the love that you shared
You always gave me a hug and showed me you care

You will never be forgotten
Your smile was like no other
Rest now in Gods loving arms
And say hello to my Mother

And to Bo his son, and his lovely wife
Cherish the memories of JD's life
He loved you both, he was a man with style
And you could see it everday in his wonderful smile

I will think of JD everyday and pray for his family.
Know you are always a part of this family and I love you so much.

I know your gone and im pissed at myself becouse i got this new job and cant make it to your funeral. i love you with all my haert and if i could be there i would. im sorry you died and i know you and jesus are laughin it up in heaven.. i love you man. i dont even know what to say but i love you and im gonna miss the man who is still the same little boy who'd protect me from his sister.... in my head..lol... im gonna miss you

JD was loved by all and will be missed dearly. He knew how to put a smile on anyones face. Especially mine. Ill be honest i dont know how im handling it, i cry so much i cant cry no more. I pray for a miracle and that miracle could be anything. I know he is still with us, i believe thats why i cant cry sometimes. He is putting his hand on my shoulder comforting me. I know he is. Just the other day i said i wish i had huged him one more time. After i said that i felt it, i felt him. I swear i did. I love you JD! Your an amazing person! Ill miss you! We will be with you soon enough!
Love your cousin, kay'lynn

hey jd. even though your gone i know you can read this. i miss you so much. and i wish we could of seen eachother alot more. trust me i think all of us were hoping to see you before you past. i just wish our of anything you didnt hurt. Thats whats hurting the most. =/ i love you and i always will. please dont forget us. i will always love you and miss youu. i never thought this would happen in a million years. i hope your okay. and you look just as great as you did before. i love your laughs, your jokes, your smile, everything about you!!! your an amazing person in the world and im never going to forget you!! prayers for the simmons family. I LOVE YOU! xoxoxo
--- nikki ---

JD's mom was married to my uncle when i was younger, but i have always still looked at Tina and all of her kids as my family. they are all awesome and good people! this shouldve never happened to a good person like JD. but i guess they say everything happens for a reason. My prayers go out to all of his family! we will always love & miss you JD! R.I.P

I had only met and talked with JD possibly 8 times, but the very first time of meeting him, it was apparent he was indeed gifted. He had the personality to bring a smile out of anyone. He always had an aura of being so positive about people, living life to its fullest, that it radiated. My heart goes out to the family. Special condolences to Kat and their son, if you need ANYTHING hollar okay? In my prayers.

The thing I will always remember most about J.D. is his big beautiful smile. Wherever he was, or whatever he was doing, he always wore his beautiful smile. He was a great man who always showed me the utmost respect.This is a horrific and tragic loss, and like so many others I will miss him terribly. My heart goes out to his family and many friends. Tell Brad hey and that I love him, J.D. Love always, Dar

For JD-I will remember your smile, hear your laughter and know you are at peace with the Father. Hug "Grandma" for me. Loving you always; Aunt Janice.
For Angela- My heart and prayers go out to you, this could not be easy for you to endure, may the Lord comfort you also.

JD was my cousin and i miss him dearly
i wish he wouldnt have ran through the sign
but i guess everything happens for a reason!!
i miss you and love you and will be seeing you!!

love you cuzzo Sam

We were so saddened to hear the news of JD, and are truly sorry for your loss.Evelyn,Jason and family