Dennis W. Simmons, Class of 1969

Orange County Legislator for District 13, Dennis W. Simmons is no stranger to being involved in his community. He's served the nation, the State of NY, Orange County, and the Port Jervis area with distinction. A 24-year veteran of the NY Air National Guard, Simmons was deployed in 2003-2004 to the Middle East in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom. During his 32 year tenure at the New York State Dept. of Corrections, he was Acting Deputy Superintendent of Reception Classification as well as Senior Correction Counselor. He is a past Councilman for the City of Port Jervis and sits on various regional boards. Simmons has been long associated with the Port Jervis Fire Department and many fraternal organizations. He is a life member of the VFW, the Air Force Sergeants Association, and many other Veterans Organizations. Simmons's fondest memories are of the years spent coaching football and wrestling here in Port Jervis.