NCIL Mourns the Loss of Shelly Simmons
NCIL passes on our condolences to the State of Georgia and mourns the passing of Shelly Simmons, Executive Director of the Georgia Statewide Independent Living Council.
A giant in the Independent Living community was lost, but her influence and legacy will always remain. Whether it was her ability to lead with compassion, or dedication to every venture she took on, Shelly was a force for individuals with disabilities across the state of Georgia.
NCIL is thankful for Shelly’s work both with our organization and so many others.
Shelly has been a NCIL member since 2011, and in 2018 Shelly was awarded the Regional Advocacy Award in Region 4.
Any organization that she touched benefited. Her grace, kindness, and leadership will be remembered, and will continue to ensure that Independent Living Philosophy will benefit many individuals with disabilities in the future.
Memorial Events:
SILC Georgia 30th Anniversary & Tribute to Shelly Simmons: September 25, 2025
Memorial Service: Friday, September 12; 11:00 a.m. Eastern
Location: Turner Chapel AME / 492 North Marietta Pkwy NE / Marietta, Georgia 30060
Donations in Shelly’s memory can be sent to: John and Loretta Simmons / 4385 Parkhurst Street SW / Powder Springs, GA 30127
