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- [S248] Staff, Petoskey News-Review: Obituaries, (Name: Petoskey News-Review; Location: Petoskey, Emmet, Michigan, United States;), Obituary: Krussell, Catherine Marie (Simon).
Catherine Marie (Simon) Krussell passed away quietly at home with family by her side on Aug. 5, 2010.
Catherine was the daughter of Alfred and Cunigunda (Daniels) Simon.
On Nov. 6, 1948, she married Raymond Krussell. Together they resided in Petoskey their entire life.
Catherine worked at McCrorey's as a teenager. She then went to work for Kroger's and later at Chimney Corners, before going to work in the lab at Northern Michigan Hospital, retiring from there after 16 years of service. When she was not working outside of the house, she would help her husband on the farm. She was always cooking, canning, or cleaning. She loved life and her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
She leaves behind her children, James (Beverly) Krussell, Gerald Krussell, Cheryl (Lee) Krussell-Racignol, David (Janet) Krussell, Steven (Deb) Krussell and Margie Krussell; her special friend, Cleo Olson; brothers, Vincent, Leonard and Dan Simon; sister, Dorothy Krussell; and by several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Catherine was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; Raymond; sons, Daniel and Edward; daughter, Theresa McGarey; and by her brothers, William "Bill" Simon and Vern Simon .
A funeral Mass will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 10, at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church of Petoskey. Visitation will be 2-4 p.m. Monday, Aug. 9, at the Stone Funeral Home in Petoskey and continues 6-8 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 9, at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church with the rosary to be recited at the church. Burial will be in St. Francis Cemetery.
Those wishing to share a memory of Catherine or a condolence with the family are invited to sign the online register book at www.stonefuneralhomeinc.com.
Petoskey News-Review: 06AUG2010
HFA: 02AUG2016
- [S248] Staff, Petoskey News-Review: Obituaries, (Name: Petoskey News-Review; Location: Petoskey, Emmet, Michigan, United States;), Obituary: Krussell, Dorothy M. (Simon).
Dorothy M. Krussell, longtime resident of Petoskey, passed away Monday, July 4, 2016, surrounded by the family she loved so dearly.
She was born Dorothy Margaret Simon on Feb. 19, 1923, near Remus, Mich., to Alfred and Cunigunda (Daniel) Simon. In March 1929 Dorothy's parents settled in Petoskey where she grew up. Dorothy attended St. Francis Xavier Catholic School through the second grade and then the old Wabmeme School until graduating in 1937.
For much of her working life, Dorothy worked as a cook in the kitchens of St. Francis Xavier Catholic School, Reus Memorial and at Northern Michigan Hospital. For many years Dorothy was a member at St. Francis Xavier Church and served on the Altar Society. She enjoyed sewing and was active with the 4-H sewing class for many years.
On Jan. 28, 1942, she married the love of her life, Julius Krussell, at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church. Together they shared 65 years and raised five daughters. She was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother who always tried to be a positive guiding force in the lives of her family. She had an endearing personality matched with a keen sense of humor, sometimes dry but always on point.
Her family will forever remember and will dearly miss her wonderful smile, the little twinkle in her eye and the special way she had of looking at you, that let you know without a word how much she loved you.
Dorothy's surviving family members include her daughters, Betty (Joe) Merrill, Barbara (Mark) Scholten, Cynthia (Jim) Brewbaker, Diana (Oliver) Grams and D.J. Krussell; 13 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; 17 great-great-grandchildren; brothers, Vin, Dan and Leonard Simon; and many nieces and nephews, including a very special niece, Carole (Doug) Melvin, and their son, Wyatt, who spent many fun nights playing dice with Dorothy.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Julius; her grandson, Oliver "Ollie Grams; granddaughter, Connie Reed; her brothers, Bill and Vern; her sister, Catherine Krussell; and sons-in-law, Jack Flynn and Mike Schmidt.
Dorothy's life will be remembered and celebrated with a funeral Mass that will take place Monday, July 11, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church.
Visitation will take place Sunday afternoon from 3-5 p.m. at Stone Funeral Home; the rosary will be recited at 4:30 p.m. Dorothy will be interred with her husband, Julius, at St. Francis Cemetery.
While flowers are welcome, Dorothy's family suggests that friends consider her favorite charity, St. Jude's Children's Hospital, as an expression of sympathy.
Petoskey News-Review: 06JUL2016
HFA: 18FEB2023
- [S248] Staff, Petoskey News-Review: Obituaries, (Name: Petoskey News-Review; Location: Petoskey, Emmet, Michigan, United States;), Simon, Jill Elizabeth (Hinkley).
Petoskey News-Review (MI) - September 17, 2002
Jill Elizabeth (Hinkley) Simon , 49, of Petoskey, passed away Monday, Sept. 16, 2002, at her home in Resort Township after a lengthy battle with cancer.
Jill was born to Jack M. and Carol J. (Chapman) Hinkley on June 12, 1953. She graduated from Petoskey High School in 1971.
On Aug. 21, 1976, she was married to Leo A. Simon .
Jill worked for 14 years for the former NBD Bank of Petoskey. In addition, she worked three years at Whitecaps with employer and friend, Robyn Morris. Jill also served as a member of the Resort/Bear Creek Fire Department Auxiliary.
She was a loving wife, mother, daughter, grandmother and friend. With a passion for life, Jill enjoyed sewing, gardening, cooking and caring for her family.
Jill is survived by her husband, Leo; daughters, Lindsey Rose of Petoskey, and Kalie Rene (Robert Reynolds) and her grandson, Jayden Blaise Reynolds, of Grand Rapids; mother, Carol Hinkley, and sister, Julie (Ross) Boucher, both of Petoskey; brother, Jack (Faith) Hinkley, of Ann Arbor; father-in-law, Dan (Evie) Simon ; sisters-in-law, Janet Simon , Carole (Doug) Melvin, Christine (John) Knight; brothers-in-law, Dan (Beth), Robert (Kathy), Gary and Kevin (Joanie) Simon .
A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Sept. 20, at Stone Funeral Home in Petoskey.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to the family or Hospice of Little Traverse Bay.
Petoskey News-Review: 17SEP2002.
HFA: 02AUG2016.
- [S300] Northern Michigan Review, Simon, Leonard G.
Leonard G. Simon, 89
Lifelong Petoskey resident Leonard G. Simon, died at home surrounded by his loving family, in the early hours of April 6, 2020.
A memorial mass and gathering will be announced in the coming weeks by Stone Funeral Home.
Leonard was born at home on March 12, 1931 to Alfred and Cunnigunda Simon, in Bear Creek Township on the family farm. He grew up in Petoskey and attended Petoskey schools. On January 6, 1951 he married Evelyn Beard in Petoskey; they shared 51 wonderful years and together raised 9 children. Sadly Evelyn preceded Leonard in death on March 22, 2002. Then on July 12, 2003 he married the former Marilyn Hughey. Leonard and Marilyn have shared 16 happy years together, blending their families and building many wonderful memories.
Leonard spent nearly his entire working life as both a farmer and electrician. Farming was a part of his life that really took root from his earliest years; but it was as an electrician that he earned his livelihood. He was employed by Penn-Dixie Cement Corporation for more than two decades and then went on to work an additional 16 years for Petoskey Electric Motors. He has been a lifelong member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Petoskey. He was also for many years active as a member of the Petoskey Eagles Club.
Leonard has always been known as a kind and generous man, who was well-liked by his friends and co-workers. As a husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother he excelled. His children and grandchildren point proudly to Leonard as a guiding force in their lives. His independent spirit, integrity, sense of humor and most importantly his kind heart are all traits that will make his memory so special to those that loved him most. He loved the outdoors and was an avid hunter, rarely missing an opening day of deer season. Last fall when they put in his pacemaker, the doctor said -”you can’t go hunting”, and his response was - just watch me. He shot his last buck in November. Marilyn once asked him, which one of your kids do you love the most and he said the one I’m with. His wit, his charm and his ever present smile will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
Leonard is survived by his loving wife Marilyn and by his children and step-children who include; Linda (Ron) Dunkel, Sandy (Tom) Lincoln, Dale Simon, Patti(Gary) Wolff, Kathy Simon, Steve (Suzy) Simon, Larry (Mindy) Simon, Tim Simon, Todd Simon, Dale (Sarah) Haven, Rory (Heidi) Haven and Jeff (Shawn) Haven. And brother-in-law Mike (Cindy) Beard who was like his own son. Leonard was blessed with 39 grandchildren and they include; Cher, Donnie, Jackie, J.R., Sabrina, Lee, Nick, Kyle, Natalie, Carl, Anne, Amie, Alex, Brooks, Tod, Kristen Alisha, Devin, Trevor, Jake, Bethany, Garrett, Ashley, Ian, Ernie, Alex, 26 great-grandchildren Dylan, Savanna, Drew, Remi, Gabe, Ellie, Maggie, Sierra, Kaitlyn, Tyler, Zackary, Stevie, Parker, Bodi, Joseph, Zack, Taylor, Anthony, Hallie, Madison, Olivia, Amelia, Kirstin, Janelle, Caleb, Tyler, Korbin, Izabella, Jack, Serena, Megen, Jessica, Emmet, Myles, Blake, Braelynn, Levi and Jaxson. Also surviving Leonard is his brother Dan (Evelyn) Simon and his sister in law Sandy Beard and numerous nieces and nephews, of which he treasured also, and could tell you all of their birthdays. He was preceded in death by his wife Evelyn, his parents, his brothers, William, Vincent and Vernon and by his sisters, Dorothy Krussell and Kate Krussell.
Stone Funeral Home of Petoskey is serving the Simon family. Friends wishing to share memories or offer condolences may also do so online at www.stonefuneralhomeinc.com
Northern Michigan Review Apr 10, 2020
HFA: 15APR2020
- [S63] Staff, Stone Funeral Home, Inc, (Name: Name: Stone Funeral Home, Inc.; Location: Petoskey, Emmet, Michigan, United States; Date: 02MAR2022;;), Simon, Vincent H.
Vincent H. Simon of Petoskey, passed away May 19, 2017 in Boyne City, his family at his side. Vincent’s life will be remembered and celebrated during a funeral mass that is planned for 10:30 a.m. Thursday, at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, Fr. Matthew Cowen will officiate. Friends may visit with the Simon family beginning at 9:00 a.m. in the church gathering space on Thursday.
Vince was born May 30, 1925 in Ionia, Michigan; his parents Alfred and Cunnigunda (Daniels) Simon, raised their family in Petoskey. He attended school at both St. Francis and Wah-Me-me.
In 1945 Vince entered service with the United States Army, he served overseas in the Philippines with the 84th Quartermaster Depot Supply Company and was honorably discharged in December of 1946. Following his discharge Vince returned to Petoskey and on November 23, 1947 he married Audrey Lucille Bergman in East Jordan.
For a time Vince worked for the Michigan Highway Department and at a steel mill, but for most of his working life, with the exception of a two year stint with Jerry Morey Well Drilling, he was employed with Manthei Veneer Mill, primarily as a Lathe Operator.
Vince was a wonderful husband, dad and grandpa, he had a wonderful sense of humor and loved few things more than some good natured teasing. He enjoyed being outdoors; gardening and fishing or hunting rabbit, deer and partridge. He also enjoyed a good game of horseshoes, playing cards and watching baseball and of course his many an hour spent with his favorite guys having coffee at K-Mart, and later the Big Boy.
Vince was a member of St. Francis Xavier Church, the Knights of Columbus, and the VFW.
Vince is survived by his children, Donna M. Moyer, Richard J. Simon, Carla J. Washburn, Paula C. Sackrider, Mark L. Simon, Herman A. Simon, William J. Simon and Jon M. Simon. Vince is also survived by 41 grandchildren, 68 great grandchildren and 9 great-great grandchildren, and his brothers, Dan Simon and Leonard Simon. Vince was preceded death by his wife Audrey and by his sons, Vincent Ronald Simon and Gail M. Simon, 2 infant grandchildren and granddaughter, Karon M. Bennett and grandson, Eli V. Simon, as well as his brothers William and Vern and sisters, Catherine Krussell and Dorothy Krussell.
Friends wishing to honor Vince’s memory with a charitable donation are asked to consider the VFW.
Stone Funeral Home: 23MAY2017
HFA: 29MAR2019
- [S248] Staff, Petoskey News-Review: Obituaries, (Name: Petoskey News-Review; Location: Petoskey, Emmet, Michigan, United States;), Simon, William A.
William A. Simon, 80, of Pellston and formerly of Petoskey, died Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 25, 2004.
"Uncle Bill," as he was affectionately called by many, was born April 26, 1924, at Wheatland Township, Mecosta County, Mich., to Alfred D. and Cunigunda (Daniels) Simon. When Bill was a young child, the family moved to Petoskey.
Bill served in the United States Army with the Occupation Forces in Germany and was honorably discharged in 1947. Later that year, he married.
He is survived by three children, Sherry (Dennis) Lawrason, Terry (Dee) Simon and Karon (Lewis) McLouth. He was grandfather to Jared (Lisa) and Sarah Lawrason, Jason (Debra), Will (Danielle), and Nicole Simon, Darcy, Michael and Joshua Pickarskiki; and great-grandfather to Jacob, Rylee, Thomas, Hunter and Madison. He is also survived by sisters, Dorothy (Julius) Krussell and Katherine Krussell; brothers, Vincent, Daniel (Evie) and Leonard (Marilyn) Simon; as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins, and close friends, Dorothy and Jim McGee and their children, who cared for him at Maveric Manor AFC for many years. His parents and brother, Vernon, preceded him in death.
Bill was employed at several jobs during his lifetime and retired from Manthei Veneer Mill, but his favorite occupation was always farming. He enjoyed spending time with his family, and before his health declined, he was a deer, bear and rabbit hunter who always loved to hear and share a good hunting story. He also enjoyed dancing, particularly a good polka.
A celebration of Bill's life was held today, Monday, Nov. 29, at St. Francis Church in Petoskey. Friends wishing to make a memorial contribution in Bill's memory are asked to consider a charity of choice.
Arrangements were handled by Stone Funeral Home of Petoskey.
Petoskey News-Review: 29NOV2004
HFA: 02AUG2016
- [S63] Staff, Stone Funeral Home, Inc, (Name: Name: Stone Funeral Home, Inc.; Location: Petoskey, Emmet, Michigan, United States; Date: 02MAR2022;;), Simon, Daniel Joseph (2023).
Daniel Joseph Simon, 96 of Bay Shore, Michigan passed away peacefully on December 2 after a short illness, holding on long enough for his beloved granddaughter Gretchen to arrive from California. He lived a good life.
Dan was born on April 23, 1927 in Ionia, Michigan, the middle child of seven of Alfred and Cunigunda (Daniels) Simon. From an early age Dan always had a twinkle in his eye and a smile on his face that lasted through his entire life. Dan loved his siblings and was the last of his generation. His family moved to the Petoskey area and Dan grew up on the family farm, plowing fields with the horse team. He was a proud alumni of the Wah-Me-me one-room schoolhouse and St. Francis school. Dan was known as a hard and responsible worker his entire life. On February 14, 1953, Dan married the first love of his life, Mary Spiegl and made their home in Bay Shore. Dan and Mary raised eight children: Christine (John) Knight, Leo (Jill) Simon, Daniel Jr (Beth) Simon, Gary Simon, Janet (Jim Harrison) Simon, Robert (Kathy) Simon, Kevin (Jo) Simon and Carole (Doug) Melvin. Dan and Mary enjoyed 33 years together until Mary’s death in 1986. On July 25, 1992 Dan married the second love of his life Evelyn Angevine and continued to make his home in Bay Shore. Dan should receive some medals for two marriages over thirty years.
Dan was a veteran of the Korean Conflict, serving mostly in West Germany from 1950-1952, protecting the borders during the cold war. Dan was a loyal and devout member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic church in Petoskey and St. Francis Solanus church in Bay Shore. He also was a proud member of the Knights of Columbus, a lifetime member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, the VFW, the gang that solved the world’s problems at KMart then Burger King, and a lifetime member of the great story-tellers group. Dan also served as the neighborhood veterinarian, optometrist, urgent care technician, barber and mechanic. Dan loved tending his garden that helped feed his eight kids plus various nieces, nephews and neighbors that called his house their home.
Dan was preceded by his first wife Mary, his son Bob, daughter-in-law Jill and grandson Simon Ernst. Dan loved his grandchildren Gretchen (Dave) Baisa, Anne (Jeff Hughes) Knight, Carolyn Knight, Lindsey (Chester) Simon, Kalie Simon, Alison (Linda Gossett) Simon, Evan (Lauren) Simon, Tara Simon, Blake (Melissa) Enbody, Simon Ernst, Billy (Maddy) Harrison, Jason Simon, Ashley (Thomas) Simon, Matthew Simon, Jessica Simon, Hannah Simon, Rebekah Simon, Lauren (Chris) Ritter, Kristen Murdock, Aaron Murdock, Justin Murdock, Trenton Murdock and Wyatt Melvin. Dan was also blessed with twelve great grandchildren and was Uncle Dan to more than we can count. The family is thankful for the support of so many friends and family, but wishes to give a special thanks to Barb Simon for her tireless support especially over these last few years, and a special thanks to Hospice of Michigan for Dan’s end of life care.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be directed to the VFW Emmet County Post 2051.
The family will be celebrating Dan’s life with a funeral mass on Tuesday, December 5 at 10:30 AM at St. Francis Church in Petoskey. Visitation will be one hour prior at 9:30 AM Tuesday. The Rev. Greg McCallum of St. Francis Xavier church will officiate. A celebratory lunch in Dan’s honor will be held after funeral services at the Knights of Columbus. Burial arrangements with full military honors will be scheduled in the spring.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Daniel J. Simon Sr., please visit our floral store.
Stone Funeral Home: 03DEC2023
HFA: 03DEC2023
- [S63] Staff, Stone Funeral Home, Inc, (Name: Name: Stone Funeral Home, Inc.; Location: Petoskey, Emmet, Michigan, United States; Date: 02MAR2022;;), Simon, Robert John.
Robert John Simon, 59
Robert "Bob" Simon passed away at his home in Bay Shore on Wednesday, March 24, 2021.
He was born Robert John Simon on October 29, 1961, in Petoskey to Daniel and Mary (Speigl) Simon; one of eight children born to his family. He grew up in Bay Shore and attended St. Francis Xavier Catholic School. He was a Petoskey High School graduate, Class of 1979. Following high school, Bob joined the Michigan National Guard, where he served for several years. He married Katherine Adams on December 28, 1986; together, they made their home in Bay Shore.
Bob worked in the construction trades for many years, primarily finding work as a roofer. For years Bob lived for the winter months when he could break out his snowmobile and run it as fast as possible, a skill that came in handy during his relic racing years.
Surviving Bob is his wife Kathy and his parents Dan and Evelyn Simon. His siblings include Chris (John) Knight, Leo Simon, Dan (Beth) Simon, Gary Simon, Janet (Jim Harrison) Simon, Kevin (Jo) Simon, and Carol (Doug) Melvin, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding Bob in death was his mother, Mary, and his nephew, Simon Ernst.
A service will take place in the coming weeks and will be announced by Stone Funeral Home.
Bob was a good son, husband, brother, and friend. He will be missed.
Stone Funeral Home, Inc.
HFA: Accessed: 06DEC2023
- [S63] Staff, Stone Funeral Home, Inc, (Name: Name: Stone Funeral Home, Inc.; Location: Petoskey, Emmet, Michigan, United States; Date: 02MAR2022;;), Ernst, Simon Glenn.
Simon Glenn Ernst, 23
Simon Glenn Ernst from Bay Shore, died October 10, 2017. He was born May 3, 1994 in Petoskey. Simon graduated from Petoskey High School in 2012. He worked in the food service industry for Bay Harbor since he was 15, along with Bay Shore Food Market for a couple of years.
Simon loved 70’s music and has a heart of gold, eyes of blue and a beautiful smile. Simon enjoyed his daughter Leighton, future wife to be Connie Manning, his family and friends. He also enjoyed the lake camping and fishing and of course the turnaround.
Simon is survived by his daughter Leighton, wife to be Connie Manning, brothers Blake and Billy, sisters Alison and Kathleen, his mom Janet and Jim, his dad Mike and Sharon, maternal grandparents Dan and Evie Simon, paternal grandparents Barb and Glenn Ernst, grandma Norma Harrison, Aunt Judy and family, future mother in law Jan Manning, many aunts and uncles, cousins and nieces and nephews as well as many close friends that he considered as family. He was preceded in death by his grandma Mary Simon, his aunt Adele Kowalczyk, Cousins Kyle and Danny Ernst, and Lennox Hallberg.
Per his request his organs and tissues will be donated to Gift of Life, making a positive difference in the lives of many.
Simon’s family plan to remember, honor and celebrate his life with a gathering that will be held on Monday, October 16, 2017 at Vernale’s Restaurant from 11:00a.m. – 3:00 P.M.; another celebration of life will be held at a later date.
The family sincerely thanks all the compassionate professionals and anyone who had a hand in the wonderful care that Simon received.
Stone Funeral Home
HFA: 06DEC2023
- [S63] Staff, Stone Funeral Home, Inc, (Name: Name: Stone Funeral Home, Inc.; Location: Petoskey, Emmet, Michigan, United States; Date: 02MAR2022;;), Simon, Gary Lee.
Gary Lee Simon, 66, of Petoskey, died June 9, 2024 at McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital.
He was born July 14, 1957, the son of Dan Sr. and Mary (Speigl) Simon. He grew up in Bay Shore and graduated from Petoskey High School in 1975.
Gary was truly a “Jack of all trades.” He worked as an independent contractor and was gifted in carpentry, motor/engine repair and automobile mechanics. He was a true craftsman—he had the kind of skills you could only learn by doing and Gary was a doer. He used his self-taught skills and abilities to help build two Jiimaan (wooden canoe) by hand for the Little Traverse Bay Band of Odawa Indians. He loved to tinker and take things apart just to put them back together. He had a mind for that sort of thing.
Gary enjoyed playing cards and dice games. As in most areas of his life, he tended to make up some of his own rules. He loved traveling to the Upper Peninsula with his friends, and was a long-time member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles in Petoskey.
Gary was—it must be said—unequivocally, uniquely Gary. He could come across as being a bit rough around the edges, but the more you got to know him you realized he was just like a toasted marshmallow: sometimes a little fiery, crusty on the outside but soft and sweet on the inside. And that laugh, that chuckle along with all the "Garyisms" is what we will miss the most.
He is survived by his siblings, Christine (John) Knight, Leo (the late Jill) Simon, Dan Jr. (Beth) Simon, Janet (Jim Harrison) Simon, Kevin (Jo) Simon, and Carole (Doug) Melvin; many nieces and nephews; and friends who became family, Dale Simon, Kenny Harrington, Randy Furgeson and Jessica Hartwick.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Bob Simon and nephew Simon Ernst.
There are no services planned at this time but for those wishing to make a charitable donation in his memory, please consider Gift of Life Michigan (3861 Research Park Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48108 or at giftoflifemichigan.org).
Arrangements are in the care of Stone Funeral Home, Petoskey.
Stone Funeral Home, Inc.: 12JUN2024
Accessed: 13JUN2024
- [S63] Staff, Stone Funeral Home, Inc, (Name: Name: Stone Funeral Home, Inc.; Location: Petoskey, Emmet, Michigan, United States; Date: 02MAR2022;;), Simon, Daniel Joseph Sr.
Daniel Joseph Simon, 96 of Bay Shore, Michigan passed away peacefully on December 2 after a short illness, holding on long enough for his beloved granddaughter Gretchen to arrive from California. He lived a good life.
Dan was born on April 23, 1927 in Ionia, Michigan, the middle child of seven of Alfred and Cunigunda (Daniels) Simon. From an early age Dan always had a twinkle in his eye and a smile on his face that lasted through his entire life. Dan loved his siblings and was the last of his generation. His family moved to the Petoskey area and Dan grew up on the family farm, plowing fields with the horse team. He was a proud alumni of the Wah-Me-me one-room schoolhouse and St. Francis school. Dan was known as a hard and responsible worker his entire life. On February 14, 1953, Dan married the first love of his life, Mary Spiegl and made their home in Bay Shore. Dan and Mary raised eight children: Christine (John) Knight, Leo (Jill) Simon, Daniel Jr (Beth) Simon, Gary Simon, Janet (Jim Harrison) Simon, Robert (Kathy) Simon, Kevin (Jo) Simon and Carole (Doug) Melvin. Dan and Mary enjoyed 33 years together until Mary’s death in 1986. On July 25, 1992 Dan married the second love of his life Evelyn Angevine and continued to make his home in Bay Shore. Dan should receive some medals for two marriages over thirty years.
Dan was a veteran of the Korean Conflict, serving mostly in West Germany from 1950-1952, protecting the borders during the cold war. Dan was a loyal and devout member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic church in Petoskey and St. Francis Solanus church in Bay Shore. He also was a proud member of the Knights of Columbus, a lifetime member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, the VFW, the gang that solved the world’s problems at KMart then Burger King, and a lifetime member of the great story-tellers group. Dan also served as the neighborhood veterinarian, optometrist, urgent care technician, barber and mechanic. Dan loved tending his garden that helped feed his eight kids plus various nieces, nephews and neighbors that called his house their home.
Dan was preceded by his first wife Mary, his son Bob, daughter-in-law Jill and grandson Simon Ernst. Dan loved his grandchildren Gretchen (Dave) Baisa, Anne (Jeff Hughes) Knight, Carolyn Knight, Lindsey (Chester) Simon, Kalie Simon, Alison (Linda Gossett) Simon, Evan (Lauren) Simon, Tara Simon, Blake (Melissa) Enbody, Simon Ernst, Billy (Maddy) Harrison, Jason Simon, Ashley (Thomas) Simon, Matthew Simon, Jessica Simon, Hannah Simon, Rebekah Simon, Lauren (Chris) Ritter, Kristen Murdock, Aaron Murdock, Justin Murdock, Trenton Murdock and Wyatt Melvin. Dan was also blessed with twelve great grandchildren and was Uncle Dan to more than we can count. The family is thankful for the support of so many friends and family, but wishes to give a special thanks to Barb Simon for her tireless support especially over these last few years, and a special thanks to Hospice of Michigan for Dan’s end of life care.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be directed to the VFW Emmet County Post 2051.
The family will be celebrating Dan’s life with a funeral mass on Tuesday, December 5 at 10:30 AM at St. Francis Church in Petoskey. Visitation will be one hour prior at 9:30 AM Tuesday. The Rev. Greg McCallum of St. Francis Xavier church will officiate. A celebratory lunch in Dan’s honor will be held after funeral services at the Knights of Columbus. Burial arrangements with full military honors will be scheduled in the spring.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Daniel J. Simon Sr., please visit our floral store.
Stone Funeral Home: 03DEC2023
HFA: 03DEC2023
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