Donald passed away on January 6, 2009, in Harrisonburg, VA.  He was survived by his wife Janet Simmons and his children Kasey Simmons, Donald H. Simmons, Jr., Lori Simmons, Kandy Maxim, Krystal Hey, Brandy Maxim, and Lennie Maxim.  He was also survived by his sister Pat Sutton and her husband Ronnie.