I have known Antoinette (Toni) since we were 5 years old and attended Charles W. Bursch Elementary School. We also attended Compton High School and UC Santa Barbara together. Toni and I shared many fond memories and  secrets from our college days. We were college roommates and line sisters. On February 14, 1975, we became Sorors as we joined Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. Kappa Omega Chapter.  
My fondest memories of Toni are her laughter, her sense of humor,   her dancing, and her creativity. She was a wonderful seamstress and I enjoyed seeing her beautiful creations.
I will truly miss my Soror and friend.  I pray for Peace. Blessings, and Faith for her entire family.

My dear friend Antoinette/Toni, I miss our phone conversations and visiting with each other.  We were able to speak freely with each other - always. I’m grateful for the 51+ years we shared as friends and was proud to be your Delta Sigma Theta (Kappa Omega) line sister.  We had so much fun during our overnight cooking excursions, skiing, camping and partying. You were the center of attention when you “hit” the dance floor! You will always be in my heart and I’m thankful to God that He placed us in each other’s lives. ❤️

Antoinette (JC Guest) & Friend 2023 Class Reunion

Life Long FriendShip Jayne, Helen, Carol and Antoinette

Antoinette, 
My  Friendship with you  began passed the middle of 70's in  Santa Barbara  of  Isla Vista and continued.
 There are not enough words I can share knowing I will never
 can call you  and chat about world and social situations. 
Antoinette 
also,  Loved SALSA dancing..
For 2024 we had plan to participate in more  Salsa events 
activities which that will now never come too be shared. I
will to deeply miss you not being on time but most of 
all  your Loving  Presents.  Spiritually it's been Sad , I find you in my thoughts more frequently than ever.  Your  Carrot cake and salmon croquette has always been a deliciously hit when we share our social functions cook out,  Unthinkably which will be missed. The
life of your memory will last because you were a child of  this
Earth as a Friend and Social Partner, 

In Loving Memory
JC Randolph

Dear Soror and Friend 

Toni and I were friends for over 50 years. We met at UCSB in 1972 and pledged Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. on Valentine Day, 1975. Over the years we’d meet up for parties and card playing. She loved to have a good time! Blessings and Comfort to her family! Toni I’ll see you in the Omega Omega Chapter one day!

Antoinette always lit up a room with her Beautiful Smile. I met  her several years ago through my sister Lynne. It turns out that she was my Delta Soror ! The three of celebrated the Golden Anniversary of National Brotherhood of Skiers in Vail, Colorado last year. Antoinette will be missed. Peace and Love, Edna L Bryant

Dear Toni,
My Beloved Soror, Sista, and Friend,
Decades may have passed since I should have expressed these sentiments, but I am compelled to share them with you now. The extraordinary individuals we encounter on the journey of life enrich our experiences, and you, dear Toni, have been an integral part of many treasured memories throughout various seasons.
Your warmth and understanding have held profound significance for me. You were a gift not only to me but to all fortunate enough to cross paths with you. Your ability to illuminate days, uplift hearts, and diminish the weight of problems was truly remarkable. As a true friend, you made a lasting impact on my life.
This is not mere nostalgia from our enduring friendship; rather, it stems from the genuine joy and connection we shared whenever in each other's company. Our conversations spanned the spectrum, and your unwavering support provided a pillar to lean on and a compassionate ear to listen. Not everyone possesses the capacity to be such a steadfast friend, but you undoubtedly were.
Thank you for embodying the essence of a true friend. Facing the prospect of life without you feels daunting, and I am grappling with the void your absence leaves behind. I love you, my Soror, Sister, and Friend. Your presence will be sorely missed.
With heartfelt love,
Janet

Compton High School Class Reunion September 2, 2012
Janet Harris and Antoinette Simmons

I have known Ms. Simmons since we were 17 years old growing up in Compton California.
She is gone to glory now and she has definitely become one of God’s angels because she was everyone’s angel here on earth.

     “UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN MY FRIEND”
         “LOVE YOU BUTCH”

Toni ~ Every time I was in your company you'd always have a quiet spirit of joy with a Beautiful Smile.  Your presence is truly missed I know your Siblings and host of Nephews and Nieces are broken hearted;  but, we all know you're at peace in eternal paradise.

So happy that I was able to be in Tony’s  company one more time just last month after all these years, at a small little get together lunch with other sorors and friends from our UC Santa Barbara days in the 1970s. Fond memories of our Kappa Omega Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta.  I remember Toni’s kindness,  her sewing talent and how she was  just fun to be with. May you Rest in Peace, my Delta Soror.  So sorry you had to leave us so soon. T.T.B.O.D.

Antoinette was my high school friend.
As things go after high school we went separate  ways with moving and working.
I am so glad that we were able to connect from one of our high school reunions, and then had many years of visiting, celebrating each other's birthday,s and even getting out with other friends at Kobe's Restaurant in Seal Beach New Years Eve.
I will miss my friend's beautiful smile and zest for life

AVIS DE DÉCÈS

Antoinette Elizabeth Simmons

9 janvier 1954 – 17 janvier 2024

Eternal Valley Memorial Park & Mortuary

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