Major Clifford M. Simmons, USMC (retired) passed away June 8, 2024 at his home in King George, VA surrounded by the family he loved so dearly. Clifford was predeceased by his father James Clem Simmons, mother Janie Estelle Simmons, brothers Marvin Lewis Simmons, Harold Eugene Simmons and Mark Allen Simmons.  He was born October 5, 1949 in Harter, WV. Clifford 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, his brother James Edward Simmons and sister Patricia Ann Friel, as well as being honorary grandpa to Patricia Meador and Sofia Meador.  He will be dearly missed by his family and friends. Cliff held an undergraduate degree from Concord University and Master’s Degree from Indiana University. Cliff served one and one half tours in Vietnam with the 5^th 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. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, July 1, 2024 at Oakland Baptist Church, King George, VA.  The family will receive guests beginning at 10:00 a.m. at Oakland.  Interment will be held at Quantico National Cemetery at 2:00 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.