Birth date: Apr 10, 1940 Death date: May 7, 2023
Mary Anne Simmons departed this life on May 7, 2023 at the age of 83. She was born in Manhattan, New York on April 10, 1940 but grew up in Tampa after her parents moved here after the war. Mary Anne graduated from Jefferson High Read Obituary
Oh Mary Anne. You are now back together with your beloved Sherwin. Your beautiful smile will be missed but I’m happy to know you are together again. A beautiful love. I will always remember you with great fondness. Love Barbara.
Sherwin I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Your mother was an incredible woman. She was the kindest and most loving soul and your love of your family is a reflection of that. She will always be with all of you and she will remind you that she is there when you least expect it but most need it, as only a true Latina can. Keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
Thank you, Peter Garcia, for your wonderful entry. It brought tears to my eyes when I read it on the Tribune’s site. I posted there, too. There have already been so many times since her passing that I’ve wanted to text her something, but then I remember that I can’t do that anymore. She led a very full life. Her "dash" was filled with so many people who loved her.
For almost half a century, Mom#2/Mimi has been the brightest light and consistent source of joy, warmth, and support for me and my family. It is impossible to capture in words the impact she had on our lives and our gratitude for every moment with her. And every moment with her truly did make a difference: in November 2022, she befriended the young (5- and 7-year old) sons of my friend at a dinner event. She made such an impression on those boys during that short time, that when- several months later- the boys' parents told them they would be vacationing in FL, they immediately responded: "YAY! We're going to see Mimi!" Not only was the fact that they remembered her and made the association with FL amazing, but their mom marveled at what a disappointment it was for them to learn that they would only be going to Disney..."it's OK, but I just thought we would get to see Mimi"...! Anyone who knew her, even for just that short amount of time, would understand exactly how they felt. We send all our love to her family- each of you carries her forward, as you always have. We will love, appreciate, and celebrate her forever.
Julie Muroff and Pete, Livi, and Cora Lesburg
