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Edward Shimmon Obituary
Sept 19-1924 - Aug 14, 2012
Resident of Los Altos
Edward Shimmon passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 14th with his family at his side. Ed was born in San Francisco on September 19, 1924, to David and Nancy Shimmon.
After the war and college Ed joined Eastman Kodak in Palo Alto as a chemist where he worked for 35 years. In 1961 Ed met and married Sherry. Last September they celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. The pride and joy of Ed's life were his wife and two children followed by his four grandchildren. Ed will be remembered for his kind, generous, and compassionate spirit. He was a family man and great provider, a man of great wisdom, values, and integrity. He was always there for his family and close friends offering guidance and support.
Edward is survived by his lovely wife, Sherry; brother, John; son, Eddie; daughter, Theresa (Dan) Houdek; grandchildren, little Eddie Shimmon, Jackson, Jessica, Jenna Houdek.
We were truly blessed to have him in our lives, and our hearts are forever touched by his love.
Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, August 21 at 11:00 am All Saints Chapel at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 22555 Cristo Rey Drive, Los Altos.
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5 Entries
August 20, 2012
My Ed rest in peace, Joe Ginanni
Jeff Mate
August 20, 2012
Ed was a great inspiration to me in my ten years, while working with him at Kodak. Ed shared his family, his wisdom on investments, and his knowledge of everything near and far. In the last few years if we ran into each other at the store or Clinic, he would still share all things close to him and his family. I will deeply miss Ed and his wisdom on life.
Pat Cook
August 19, 2012
Eddie was a good friend of mine when I worked at the Palo Alto Lab in his dept. I left for Kodak Sales. I am really sorry to hear he has passed as we had many good conversations and fun.
God bless... Pat
Michael and Rebecca Flocchini
August 18, 2012
Sherry, Eddie, Theresa, Dan and family, We send our deepest sympathy during this very difficult time. We feel blessed that we were able to meet Ed and spend even a bit of time with him. You could truly tell how much his family meant to him, and I know he will be missed by all of you. You will all have such wonderful memories to hold in your hearts.
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