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Doris Simons Obituary
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Wappingers Falls - Doris(Doty) Rita Cannon Simons, age 96, died at home on March 27, 2017. She was born in Whitehall, N.Y., August 30, 1920 to Daniel and Harriet Cannon. Mrs. Simons graduated from Whitehall High School. She graduated from The College of St. Rose, Albany, N.Y. in 1944 with a B.A. in Music Education and subsequently obtained Masters Degrees in Education, English and Special Education at SUNY New Paltz. Doris began her career as a music teacher at Fultonville High School. In 1947 she accepted the position of supervisor of elementary music moving to the Wappingers Central School District, from which she retired in 1984. She taught at several schools in the district and helped to open Fishkill Plains school. Following retirement she volunteered at St. Mary's School, Wappingers Falls NY running the annual Christmas pageant and other programs. She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Wappingers Falls, and a member of the Catholic Daughters of America, Wappingers Falls.
On August 28, 1948, she married Edward Simons at Our Lady of Angels Catholic Church in Whitehall, N.Y, who preceded her in death. Survivors include her children, Edward Daniel(Maureen) Simons of Wappingers Falls, and John Patrick (Kim) Simons Wappingers Falls, and four grandsons, Joshua (Christine), John Sal, Edward Daniel and Mark. She had a daughter, Doris Rita, who preceded her in death.
Doty loved teaching and her students were "her kids". For many years she played the organ at St. Mary's Church and Mt. Alvernia, including countless masses, funerals, weddings and other services. She was a avid Jet fan and attended home games for many seasons. Doty enjoyed winters in Palm Harbor and New Port Richey, Fla. She will be greatly missed by her former students, friends and family.
Calling hours are Wednesday 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 PM at Delehanty Funeral Home 64 E. Main St., Wappingers Falls, A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 9:30 AM on thursday, March 30, at ST. Mary's Church, Wappingers Falls. Burial will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Hudson Valley Hospice Foundation, 374 Violet Ave., Poughkeepsie, N.Y. 12601. To send a condolence or for directions, visit www.delehantyfuneral.com
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Toni Angelo
March 22, 2020
Thinking of you and your family on the anniversary of your moms passing.
John Robinson
April 4, 2017
Jay and Kim,
I am sorry for your loss. Your mom is in heaven now and God bless her
J R
liz brennan
April 4, 2017
johnny pat im sorry to hear about your mom she was one super nice women i loved seeing her drive by my house when she was on her way to see you and your wife......she lived a good long life liz mcalexander/brennan and family
Kathleen Masterson
April 2, 2017
Dody ran the choir at St. Mary's for years. My mother and Irish tenor Moe Howard sang under her direction. They used the old St. Basil's Hymnal. the choir has never sounded better.
lucy bostwick
April 2, 2017
I knew her when I was at myers corners school, and everyone loved her, she was a grand person and friend to all, love lucy bostwick
Joanne Schuder
March 31, 2017
She was a wonderful lady that you knew she loved everyone. God bless you.
Camille Costanzo
March 30, 2017
Mrs. Doty Simons was a very energetic and enthusiastic teacher. I , too, remember her fondly from Myers Corners Elem School ...
Rest in peace Doty .
Mary Norris
March 30, 2017
Mrs Simons was an amazing woman. I have countless memories of her at Meyers Corners elementary and at St Mary's. She was truly remarkable. Children loved her and her community was fortunate to count her among them. Many thanks to her family for sharing her with us all. My deepest condolences to you.
Nick Fanelli
March 30, 2017
Mrs. Simons retired when I was a sixth grade student at Meyers Corners. I am thankful to have experienced her passion for teaching. Congratulations on a long, meaningful life, Mrs. Simons!
Karen Hoferichter Barnes
March 30, 2017
If my last message didn't convey, I want you and your family to know how much you brought to me in my life. Mrs. Simon, you brought my voice out and assisted me throughout my elementary years. U let me sing, u encouraged me to sing, you gave me my voice. I am forever grateful for your time and energy with me. Now, after all these years, I want to rise and sing again...because of you. I loved you from the day I met you, and am so deeply saddened to hear of your passing. But in the end, you gave me hope to bring my voice out, let me sing, and gave me happiness. I will never forget you...I dreamt of you a couple of nights ago. It's fate, Mrs. Simon, that you are still in my heart. When I see you in eternity, let's play the piano and sing loud again.
With all my heart and soul, I will never forget the gift you allowed me to open up. I will let that continue, any way possible. You are so cherished...I only wish we had more time together now, as we both take the next journey in life.
Forever grateful, with love and the highest respect,most affectuantly,with respect,
Karen Hoferichter Barnes
Christine (Kelly) Miller
March 29, 2017
What wonderful memories we have of Christmas paegents and musicals thanks to Mrs. Simons.
John DeNicola
March 29, 2017
What a full life Mrs. Simons led! I remember her fondly from Elementary School (Myers Cors.) where she made music fun AND had a firm hand when teaching students (and some adults) about respect and etiquette at performances and life in general!
I recall back in the early 1980's where I was involved in a choir at St Columba/St. Denis Parish. We were getting ready for a rehearsal when we entered the choir loft, Mrs Simons was there from a prior rehearsal She stayed through our rehearsal and even chimed in with some suggestions, etc.
After the rehearsal, I walked up to her and said. "So, how is Mrs. G Clef" these days?!" She got such a bright expression on her face, lit up like a Christmas Tree and said, "You REMEMBER HER!"
It was a privilege to be a student hers. She will be missed. My deepest condolences, thoughts and prayers to your family- and remember her in smiles and laughter, and in music for she made this world a wonderful place for all of us!!
Thank You Mrs. Simons for your gift, and may God's perpetual light shine on you, and may you rest in his peace.
Stacie Rosenthal
March 29, 2017
I remember Mrs. Simons well from my days at Myers Corners elementary school. Although I am far from musically inclined, I have very fond memories of Mrs. Simons music classes. She always made music fun and was so encouraging. My sincere condolences to her family and friends.
Debbie (Belton) Schwind
March 29, 2017
Mrs. Simons was such an inspiration to so many, she taught me music throughout my years at Myers. She was always so happy and eager to teach us new things. I will forever be grateful that she was my teacher. Years passed and we hadn't seen each other, and I bumped into her while shopping, I of course had to say hello, she actually remembered my name and which school she taught me. She was amazing. My heart breaks for her family. Please know you are all in my thoughts during this difficult time.
Thomas Burke
March 29, 2017
We have many fond memories of Mrs. Simons. She played piano at many shows, weddings and she taught music to our children. Our condolences to her family from Tom and Joanne Burke and family.
David Willerup
March 29, 2017
Mrs. Simons was the first teacher to encourage me in music. I am forever grateful for that gift.
BethAnne Smith - VanBenschoten
March 29, 2017
Mrs Simons was THE music teacher at Myers Corners Elementary school. She made music class fun. I have so many wonderful school memories, thanks to her, from class & chorus concerts. I also remember her from St Mary's church, where she led the choir at many masses. My deepest condolences to her family. There is not a doubt in my mind that the heavens are singing a little louder & that she is leading the angels in song. Rest in peace Mrs Simons, thank you for the memories.
Maria Riccobono
March 29, 2017
Mrs Simons is my memories of early elementary school and continues on to her years of service to St Mary's. She was always joyful and full of energy . She always remembered my name. My deepest condolences to the family. Doty Simons is now singing among the angels.
Melissa Smith - Baisley
March 29, 2017
What a wonderful lady! She was my music teacher at Myers. My sister's and I loved her. Her Christmas concerts were always the best. We sang at the Dutchess Mall, the tree lighting in the park on All Angels and Myers, at school, and believe it or not, Santa would come! Mrs. Simons was a spunky lady. She made music classes fun at Myers Corners Elementary School! Rest in Peace...
Richard McHugh
March 28, 2017
Mrs. Simons was a kind and great professional. I remember her playing at Mt. Alvernia over the years. I pray for her and the Simons family. She was always smiling.
Charles Kelley
March 28, 2017
Mrs. Simon was my elementary school music teacher. I remember her so clearly in my brain as warm and loving and inspirational.
I am now a retired music teacher from the public school system. Thinking back, I am sure she had an extraordinary influence in my love of music.
My blessings and love go out to her family
Toni Ann Stech
March 28, 2017
Dear Jay, Kim and Family
Sending our deepest sympathies at the loss of your Mom. Know you are all in our hearts and prayers.May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Donald Locke and Toni Ann Stech
Maria Di Meo Cadmus
March 28, 2017
My Deepest Sympathy to the Simons family. Mrs. Simons was a wonderful lady that I had the pleasure of knowing since I went to St. Mary's school. She also played the organ at my wedding almost 39 years ago. God Bless her and she will be missed.
Lou &Carol Tokarz
March 28, 2017
We did many weddings and funerals together, She playing the organ and I singing. At most of the weddings she would almost always say he or she was a student of mine a few years ago. I will miss this wonderful LADY but Jesus has a great organ player to welcome ..
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