Connor Simmons’ parents are devastated by the shocking news of Simmons’ untimely passing.
Purdue University Freshman Connor Simmons, 18, sadly passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2024, inside a room at Wiley Residence Hall. However, foul play is not suspected.
Highlights
- Connor Simmons was found deceased on North Martin Jischke Drive in West Lafayette.
- According to authorities, the autopsy report of Simmons is still pending.
- Simmons was born to his father, William Summerlin, and his mother, Angela.
Preliminary autopsy reports from Monday’s procedure are still pending. Toxicology reports will take up to eight weeks to be completed.
Moreover, the forensic pathologist found no significant trauma or injuries during the autopsy, according to the Tippecanoe County Coroner Carrie Costello.
Lafayette Central Catholic Junior-Senior High School posted on its Facebook page that Simmons was a 2024 graduate.
The school hosted a vigil at 6:30 P.M. on Monday, October 28, 2024, at Central Catholic, 2410 S. Ninth St. in Lafayette, to pray for Simmons and his family.
Purdue University spokesman Trevor Peters said,
“We can confirm he was a first-year student in exploratory studies. “We are saddened any time we experience a student’s death and offer our condolences and support to his family, fellow students, friends and all who are affected,” “As a reminder, Purdue offers mental health resources and support to all members of our campus community. Purdue Student Help and Crisis Line: 765-495-4357,”
Trevor Peters
Freshman Connor Simmons’ Parents Appeared For A Vigil At Lafayette School
Connor Simmons was born in 2006 in Lafayette, Indiana, United States, to his father, William Summerlin, and his mother, Angela.
His father, William, is the full-time Chaplain at Lafayette Central Catholic Jr/Sr. High School.
Recently, Connor’s parents were spotted hugging each other during the event held for vigil and prayers at Lafayette High School following the untimely passing of Simmons.
A few hundred Lafayette School and Greater Lafayette community members gathered at McHale Gymnasium for a vigil and prayer.
William Summerlin said Simmons and his mother were the first to speak to him when Summerlin joined LCC two summers ago. He added,
“I can say that Connor and his mother were the first persons I met when I found out that I was coming here. I’ll always remember that, and that tells you the character of who he is,”
William Summerlin
Brian Nay, Head Varsity Football coach of Central Catholic High School, told Simmons’ parents that,
although Simmons was an only child, “I assure you, he’s got so many brothers.”
Brian Nay
However, Simmons’ parents have avoided media spotlights and interviews, so only limited information about their personal lives is available.
Connor Simmons’ Family Holds An English-American Ethnicity
Although Connor Simmons and his parents lived in the United States, his ancestors had a deep-rooted history with European heritage.
Therefore, Connor and his entire family hold American nationality and English-American ethnicity.
Moreover, Simmons celebrated and followed American and English culture and festivals along with his family.
William, Angela, and the entire Summerlin family are mourning the loss of their beloved son.
Additionally, their close ones and relatives have condoned Simmons’ family to stay strong in this challenging period.
Additional Information
- In October last year, Connor Simmons was voted by his class as homecoming king.
- Connor was a first-year student in exploratory studies.
- Tippecanoe County Coroner Carrie Costello said the lack of visible trauma or injury may indicate he passed away by natural causes, accident, or suicide.
