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Sask. comedian, blind advocate Mike Simmonds dies

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Photo of Mike Simmonds with his guide dog Graham.

By Brent Bosker

A man who advocated for better services and treatment for the blind in Saskatchewan has died.

Mike Simmonds passed away of a blood clot Monday night in Saskatoon, according to Tim Hatcher, a friend of more than 20 years.

Hatcher said Simmonds, a comedian, had a deep sense of humour and loved music, adding the two often got together for harmonica jam sessions.

"I actually taught him how to play. Those jam sessions were always a blast," Hatcher said.

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