Dr. Henry "Clifton" Simmons III

Birth date: Dec 21, 1949 Death date: Jan 1, 2019

Dr. H. Clifton Simmons, III, DDS, 69, passed away on Tuesday, January 1, 2019 surrounded by his loving family. He is preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Elizabeth, and his daughter, Michelle. He is survived by his wife, Jo Read Obituary

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Brianna Edwards

351w ago

I wish I could put into words just what Dr. Simmons means to me but the truth is there are no words that would ever measure up. From the moment I met him, though I was in excruciating pain, I knew I had sought the right place for my TMJ treatment. I’ll never forget him telling me, “I’m going to help you.” I wish so bad I could shake his hand one more time and tell him how thankful I am for all he has done for me. He changed my life. He gave me my life back. He will always hold a special place in my heart. Praying for those closest to him, his family and his office staff specifically.

Sherry Duncan

351w ago

Dr. Simmons was such a kind a compassionate man and I am grateful for his dedication to helping those suffering from TMJ pain. I am a patient of Dr. Simmons and just learned of his passing when I arrived at my annual checkup. Prayers and sympathy for his family, friends and staff. He will be greatly missed!

International College Of Dentists

353w ago

We are all extremely sad to hear about the loss of Dr. Simmons. He was a remarkable intellect, a well-respected dental editor and he made an extraordinary impact in the field of dental journalism. As a longtime Fellow of the International College of Dentists and having served as the Editor for the USA Section, Dr. Simmons had become a part of our ICD Family. He will be forever remembered and deeply missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife Joan and his family.

Our deepest sympathy,
The International College of Dentists USA Section

Myra Bowden

353w ago

Dr. Simmons was an absolute genius at his work. I have had TMJ since about the late 1970s. He corrected with no surgery and did things that I had no idea could be done. He was the most patient understanding doctor and was always asking about my family, who he had only met. I could not believe when I read obituary in the paper. I know his family is grieving and also his office family. I am grieving. He was truly one of a kind, I hope he knew how much he helped me and other people.
Myra Bowden

Duane Keller

353w ago

In our lives we are fortunate to meet those who in a brief time can impact us in profound ways. Cliff was such a person. He was like a beacon standing alone against the elements who shined a light for all to see and for those dedicated to improving their patient's lives, to follow. Cliff was a truly great individual, person and leader. He will be sorely missed. Duane Keller

Dr. & Mrs. Richard Keller

353w ago

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Bryan Keropian Dds

353w ago

Clifton was a credit to mankind, Dentistry, and particularly to the TMJ community. His leadership was the beginning of advancing our organization, the AACP, to a new level. He was one of the giants along with Brendan and Jack, and others who increased our abilities to treat the TMJ and Facial Pain at a higher level of success.
He had a wonderful kind personality, had a good sense of humor, and was friendly to everyone. His loss will be felt by all who knew and respected him.

Bryan Keropian DDS

Reda Abdel-Fattah

353w ago

I am speechless, we knew each other for many years sharing many memories at the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain. He will be missed for sure.
Reda A Abdel-Fattah

Charlie Goad

353w ago

So sorry to hear of Clifton's passing. I remember being in the Portland High School band with him and the fun we used to have. I had no idea he had been sick until a friend told me. Prayers and sympathies to Nathan, David and Eva Nell and the rest of the family in his passing.

Charlie Goad

Allen J Moses, Dds

353w ago

Cliff Simmons was a world renowned teacher, widely respected leader, a tireless researcher and a very tough, tireless fighter in the search for truth in dental science. He never backed down in this battle. His accomplishments are a credit to his peers, his profession and his persistence. He is respected by his opponents for his brilliant expression of his science. I am proud to honor his memory as a truly great man and good friend………………Allen Moses

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