Obituary of Silas Simmons

Silas Simmons

Silas Joseph Simmons (born October 14, 1895 in Middletown, Delaware) was a baseball player and notable person who was best known for playing for African Americans in the pre-negro leagues era and for being the longest living major league player in history. Silas died on October 29, 2006 and his death was because of old age. He died at the old age of 111.

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Silas Simmons Biography Wiki:

Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Simmons, Silas
Common Name: Silas Simmons
Gender: Male
Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
Birthplace: Middletown, Delaware, United States
Birth Date: October 14, 1895
Age: 111 (at death)
Occupations:
- Baseball Player
- Notable Person
Active Years: 1913-1929

Nationality: American
Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
Favorite Color: Sky Blue
Favorite Scent: Coco Mademoiselle Eau De Parfum
Favorite Actor: Jodie Foster

Silas's Family Tree

Birth Name: Silas Joseph Simmons
Father:
Mother:
Spouse/Partner:

Mary L. Smith (married 1915-1944, her death)
Rebecca Jones (married 1957-1997, her death)

Daughter(s):

Theresa L. Simmons Casselle (1918-1997)

Death Notice:

Date: October 29 2006 at age 111
Place: St. Petersburg, Florida, United States
Cause of Death: Old age (unspecified)

Category Tags:

Baseball Player Notable Person American Born on October 14th Born in 1895 Born in Delaware Died in 2006 Died at age 111 Died from Old age

Quotable Quotes:

"Silas Simmons' professional life was defined by his talent and passion for baseball, but unfortunately he met an untimely demise due to unknown circumstances. (V)"

Is Mr. Silas Simmons still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.