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- [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
- [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
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