Brent Elmo Simmons

Our beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend, Brent Elmo Simmons, passed away unexpectedly on January 20, 2026, at his home in West Jordan, Utah. Brent was born on February 3, 1975, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Maurene Beckstead Leggett and Steven Simmons. As the middle child of five, Brent shared a close and special bond with his siblings. Though he was the middle child they all looked up to him, he taught them, guided them, and joyfully joined in their wild shenanigans, creating lifelong memories filled with laughter and love.

Brent attended Kearns High School before transferring to East High School, where he graduated in 1993. In 1992, he met the love of his life and soulmate, Sara Dale Simmons, and they were married in 1997. Brent was never prouder than when he became a father to his son, Hayden Ender Simmons, in 2001. He was a devoted and loving husband and father, and his family was always his greatest priority. To know Brent was truly to love him.

From a young age, Brent had a deep love for the outdoors. He found peace and joy in nature through camping, hiking, fishing, kayaking, and riding motorcycles—especially alongside his best friend, Laif. Brent had a brilliant and creative mind for woodworking and carpentry, skills he taught himself with patience and passion. He also taught himself to play the ukulele and could often be found practicing a new song whenever he had a quiet moment. Brent was famously obsessed with all things pizza, and anyone lucky enough to taste his homemade creations knew they were made with genuine love and passion.

Brent took great pride in the business he worked in and was known as an extremely hardworking and dedicated professional. He lived with unwavering integrity and cared deeply about doing what was right. He often shared that his goal was simply to do right by the client and to provide the very best product and service possible values that earned him the respect and admiration of all who had the pleasure of working with him.

Brent is survived by his beloved wife, Sara Simmons; his cherished son, Hayden Simmons; his mother, Maurene Beckstead Leggett; his father, Steven Simmons; his siblings: Steven Simmons (Stephanie), Sandy Simmons, Tami Slocum (Chris), and Kenny Simmons; and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins whom he dearly loved.

Family meant everything to Brent, and his absence leaves an immeasurable void. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who knew and loved him.

A Celebration of Life and Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at Larkin Mortuary - Riverton 3688 W 12600 S, Riverton, UT 84065. A viewing will be held from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM, followed by the memorial service at 1:00 PM. Light refreshments will be served after the memorial. Casual attire recommended.

Services will be streamed and recorded via Zoom for those wishing to attend virtually. To watch the previously held services, please click the "Watch Services" link above.