Clyde Jerome Simmons, 54, of Charlotte, NC, passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at Atrium Health Pineville in Charlotte, NC.

Clyde Jerome Simmons was born on October 5, 1971, a native of Charlotte, NC. He departed his life on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at 12:42pm at Atrium Hospital in Pineville, NC. He was the youngest of nine children born to Clyde and Martha Simmons, who preceded him in death.

Clyde was a beloved brother, father, and friend who touched the lives of many with his kindness, warmth and generous spirit. He had a heart to help others. Clyde attended Olympic High School and later earned his G.E.D. He loved his family and enjoyed the many gatherings where we would feast, laugh and embrace one another. He was a workaholic and loved to eat, especially peanut butter and sweets. Clyde was a die-hard fan of the Dallas Cowboys. He cherished his family and especially the relationship that he had with his nephews who looked up to him as a father figure.

In addition to his parents, Clyde was preceded in death by one sister, Mary Simpson; brother-in-law, James Smith; and sister-in-law, Tanya Simmons.

Left to cherish fond memories are his children, Laquesha Simmons, Mondez Simmons, Shantina Simmons, Cordero Misenheimer, CJ Misenheimer; a special love Schwanda Simmons; 17 grandchildren; siblings, Roxie Bradshaw (Fred), Peggy Samuels (David), Martha Smith, Bruce Simmons, Brenda Simmons, Wendy Simmons, Paulette Simmons; a special aunt, Shirley Welch; special friends, Telly Funderburk, Brian Harris, Stacy Myers and Taurus McClendon; and a host of cousins, nieces and nephews, and extended families.

We will miss you Jerome and we love you always.