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Kathy
August 22, 2024
I can´t believe it´s been over a decade that you have been gone. I have thought of you often and wondered what we would be confiding about to each other or laughing about something that happened. We had some good times with the gang at the ranch riding horses and just hanging out having so much fun there and at the Arena. The time in Tombstone Helldorado days with the horses and the gang. I wish we could relive those times. Some day we all will be together again. Until then watch over us and your family who misses you terribly I´m sure.
Sending you lots of love.
Patti (Kern) Spruell
May 9, 2022
I still remember you from grade school. You were very handsome. When we went to high school we lost touch because I went to Salpointe and you went to Pueblo. Hope you are enjoying heaven. We know you earned it. I can't believe another year has passed. You have been gone 11 years.
frank and laura orosco
May 9, 2021
we know you are missed by many as we miss you too. the memories is what keeps us going . keep watching over us george we love you
Marcos
May 7, 2021
Another year pass, and still Miss you, uncle.
still remember the times at the restaurant, Good times.
Only I can said is, thanks for the good advice .
Marcos
May 7, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Frank and Laura Orosco
May 8, 2019
We miss you George . There is always a memory or a song that makes me or frank chuckle . Frank sure misses you! However we both know that you are in
Gods arms and you watch over all your loved o es !
Marcos Zavala
May 8, 2019
Bendiciones donde quiera q estes
Monica Simon
May 7, 2019
Can't believe it's been 8 years already. You are missed each and every day! Thank you for all of life's lessons you have taught me. It made me into the strong woman you wanted me to be. I have so much to share with you but I will continue to carry you close to my heart. Love you Always Dad.. Rest in Peace
Monica Simon
March 8, 2018
To say I miss you is an understatement!
Marcos Zavala
February 23, 2018
tan solo en pensar en ti, me lleno de solaz y por tu gracia oh Jesús veré tu santa faz.
Jamás el hombre oirá tan melodioso son, como tu nombre oh Jesús.
Tu das la salvación
February 14, 2018
THINKING OF YOU ALWAYS DAD! XOXOXOXOXO
marcos zavala
March 27, 2017
Casi 6 años de tu partida, pero se q estas mejor tio,
Monica Simon
March 25, 2017
Gone... But not Forgotten!!! xoxoxoxo
marcos zavala
June 20, 2016
Happy father day, i know you r not here anymore, uncle george but still remember you.
Frank Orosco
June 19, 2016
Thanks for all the wonderful memories and for always being my friend and I miss you so much my friend . Love Frank
Monica Simon
May 10, 2015
Missing you more than you could possibly imagine.... There are so many times I just want to pick up the phone and share things with you. The girls are grown and beautiful and the grandbabies are blessing that give me the strength to keep going. I love you Dad
Marcos Zavala
May 21, 2014
Otro año más a pasado, desde que partirse dónde quieras que estés te deseo lo mejor tío.
December 9, 2013
Thinking of you everyday,wish you were here! Frank
Laura Orosco
December 9, 2013
Hey George , thinking of you... Dallas is playing, you would have one your bet tonight... Bears won :(. I miss you and so does Frank. We pray for your spirit buddy. You loving heaven. We love ya
Marcos zavala
December 8, 2013
Como me eh acordado de ti, quiero que sepas que extrano tu presencia, tus consejos me ayudaron a salir adelante, fuiste como un padre para mi, te deseo lo mejor en tu otra vida.
marcos zavala
December 19, 2012
que puedo decir, fuiste one persona con caracter, decicion, y determinacion obtenias lo que te proponias, tio donde quiera que te encuentres te deseo lo mejor en esa nueva vida, te extrano tio, y para la familia que dejaste atras un fuerte abrazo
Monica Salomon
November 6, 2012
Missing you more than you could possibly know!!!
LAURA OROSCO
September 9, 2011
HI MY FRIEND:
I MISS YOU EACH AND EVERYDAY. IT IS SO SURREAL. I GO TO THE ARENA AND STILL LOOK AS IF YOUR GOING TO WALK IN. I WATER YOUR TREES AND I SEE THE HORSES YOU LEFT BEHIND. I WAS WRITING YOU BECAUSE FOOTBALL SEASON IS HERE. THE PACKERS AND THE SAINTS PLAYED THURSDAY. GUESS WHO PLAYS SUNDAY? COWBOYS AND NY JETS. YOU AND I ALWAYS BET FOR SUPERBOWL AND I WON EACH AND EVERYTIME. PEYTON IS OUT WITH A NECK INJURY. I HAVE YOUR DALLAS CAP AND I HOPE YOU BRING SOME LUCK TO MY BOYS. I KNOW GOD IS GOOD AND I KNOW HE WILL ALLOW FOR YOU TO PAY US A VISIT. PRAYING AND THINKING OF YOU. LOVE YA, GOD BLESS
Friend and Brother
Frank Acuna
May 25, 2011
The memories of living and growing up on Ohio street across from George including the hunting and mistchief will allways be remembered as the best times in my life. You were a big brother to me and taught me the things that would be important in my life. You will always be remembered and I will always be grateful for the good old times. In behalf of the Acuna family our hearts are with his family for the loss of a great man.
Linda Aguayo Vindiola
May 20, 2011
Our deepest sympathies on your loss. May the Lord help heal your hearts. We knew George and you nana and tata because they were our neighbors on Ohio. We have fond memories of our good friend. May God Bless you George and the loved ones left behind. The Vindiola Family
Edilia Armenta-Tipton
May 20, 2011
Hey guys, I didn't really know your dad but my thoughts are for you and losing a dad is especially painful. Hope time heals a bit, even though the empty feeling will probably be there forever. Don't know what to say in these situations except for I am sorry for your loss!
diegomaria dumancelyhernandez
May 18, 2011
hey George mi amigo querido yo te recuerdo desde colombia and I´m very sorry all family que tamben fue mi familia; jorge and yo fuimos muy buenos amigos en las buenas y en las malas mi Dios te tiene y yo te recuerdo mucho jorge unas lagrimas para ti "AMIGO" y "HERMANO"
diegodumancelli,cali,colombia
Valerie Vera
May 17, 2011
To the Family,
I’m very sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you. I wish I would have had the opportunity to meet George. I can see where Chris gets some of his personality and his big heart from. Find comfort in knowing that he is up in heaven watching over you and waiting for the precious moment when you will all be reunited.
-Valerie Vera
Cindy Guzman
May 17, 2011
George,
Once again God has broken our hearts to prove that he only takes the best.Your words of wisdom, the laughters shared, all the great times we spent as a family will never go forgotten. You were a great brother in law and my family was fortunate to have you be a part of it. I love you and You will be greatly missed. My heart and prayers go out to the Simon family and all the people who's lives you touched...RIP George.
Carlos Burruel
May 17, 2011
To the Simon Family,
My deepest sympathies go out to the entire Simon Family. I went to St. John's with Chris and remember George and the rest of the Simon family well. To Monica and Chris, your dad was a great man, may he rest in peace and I pray your hearts heal soon. You all will be in my prayers.
Carlos Burruel and Family
Christopher Simon
May 17, 2011
Hello everyone,
I want to say thank you to each and every one of you that came to show your respect and final fair wells to my Dad George Simon . I don't really know where to start but I cannot be there today with the rest of you because I am incarcerated. I was asked to write this and I don't really know what I am suppose to say so I guess I will just speak from my heart and then there will be no incorrect way of of doing this. I am very,very saddened of my fathers passing . I am at a loss for words. We all know that this day will eventually come for all of us but we don't expect it to happen when it does. I know that my Dad would be happy to see all the people that came out to support each other and his family.
How can I describe him for the ones that did not know him on the same level that his family or close personal friends knew him. Ever since I was little, well let me rephrase that since I have never been little, ever since I was younger ( there that’s better ) growing up my Dad was my Idol. I thought that he was the toughest, smartest, and best at everything I saw him do. I use to see him be very giving to all his friends and just about give the shirt off his back to them and then get in trouble with my Mom when they were still married for not having any more money. That was the way he was and that is what brought him joy was to give to other people.
As I got older I grew apart from him and he stayed with his horses and playing cowboy while I was doing the opposite. He would always try to convince me to go to the arena and be around him and the horses. I guess you could say that is where he felt at home, being around the horses and drinking beer with his friends and telling stories. I thought my Dad was a great cowboy but had little patience when it came to trying to teach me how to rope, saddle a horse, or even clean a stall. He would get mad and be mean when I didn't listen to him when he was a lot younger. But as he grew older he became really passive and patient when it came to his grand kids and great grandchildren.
I saw a change in him and would tease him that he was becoming soft. He would get all riled up after that and think was 25 years old again and would try and whoop me. I know that he loved his family very much and would do anything for us and the people he cared about. There are a few of you that are here today that have known him for many, many years and know what I am talking about. I know that my Dad has missed my Nana ever since she passed away in 2007 and has been somewhat lost ever since. She used to spoil and baby her only son so much.
For those of you who didn't know he was a only child born in Hermosillo, Mexico and then came to Tucson when he was about 4 years old . He attended St.Johns school , Wakefield Junior High and graduated from Pueblo High School and attended the Arizona Cochise College for a couple of years to try and and study to be a dentist but stopped going to school and got a job at the mines when he met my Mom and decided to get married and have 2 children. One girl Monica who is my sister and a boy who is the one writing this letter and not doing a good job I might add. I keep on using cuss words and have to erase them because I remember that all of you are in church. Sorry ! My Dad was also in the National Guard Reserves and started flying Cessna airplanes in the early 80's . He would take me up in the plane and have me take control of the plane and get mad when I would get scared and be a chicken and get in the back seat. I see now that he was just trying to help me get over my fears. He also use to take me camping and hunting w/his buddies the Valdez's. He used to think that he could play basketball also, he would come home late to my Nana's house after a night of drinking and be wearing jeans and cowboy boots and a few of my friends would be over and we still be out in the front yard playing basketball and he would want to play with us and say..."That he could beat all of us." My pops was funny in that matter. I might have gotten off the subject at hand but I am trying to give everyone a better image of what kind of man my Dad was. I know in my heart what he meant to me, I loved him so much but at the same time I haven't been the best son to him either. He tried to have a better relationship with me but I never had time or was not interested in being around the horses.
If anyone ever needed to find him if he wasn't working or at home he was at the arena. I want to take this time to say sorry Dad that I am not there for you today and for all the stress that I have caused you. I want to feel in my heart that you are at peace now with Nana and Tata and won't worry about any of us as you have in the past. I need you to know Dad that even though I wouldn't tell you every day that I loved you or spent time with you I appreciate everything that you taught me and tried to show me how to be a man. I know that so many of us are going to miss you and your presence . It is true how they say that you don't know how much someone means to you until they are gone . There are a few of you that were closer to my Dad then others and were there for him when he needed you and I want to say thank you for being such good friends to my Dad . Also thank you very much for all your support to my family and being here today .
I hope that my Fathers positive actions throughout the years out weigh whatever negative ones that he had and can be remembered by all of us for the man that we knew him . We all make mistakes in life, some of us more than others ( me especially ) and we all need forgiveness. I want to say thank you Dad for making me into the man that I am, because if it wasn't for you I probably wouldn't have the strength to over come all the obstacles that I have. You have taught me to have integrity, honor, and respect and for that I am thankful. I guess that is all for now Dad, I hope that you know we will all miss you and continue to love you. I know that I will.
Este es para todo la gente que no entiende ingles. Gracias a todos que nos acompanaron en este trance por que la familia estamos pasando. Aunque pase por el mas oscuro de los valles, No temere peligro alguno, Por que tu Senor esta con nosotros, Ultimante hemos pasado momentos dificiles pero el Senor no nos abandona, El nos ama, y ahora mas que nunca se preocupa por nosotros. En su palabras se encuentra la esperanza y la fortaleza que necesitamos para salir adelante. La paz del Senor Sea contigo. Muchas Gracias por acompanrnos.
Even if we go through the deepest darkness we will not be afraid Lord, For you are with us. Lately we have been going through difficult times but the Lord has not forgotten us. He loves us and cares about us now more than ever. In his word we find the hope and strength we need to make it through. The Peace of the Lord be with You.
Gloria Morales
May 16, 2011
I had known George from when my daughter Dina, started with the escaramuza. We had such good times that will never be forgotten. George was always such a funny person, always happy, and making everybody laugh. He was the light of the Lienzo. George always made things happen! Whenever the girls were down,or stressing, he would come around and give them encouragement so that they would go on. George would help the group so much and was always there for the girls.
George, you will always hold a very special place in our hearts, We will always remember you, and love you. May you rest in peace, and along with the angels
in heaven, watch over us. Thank you, George for everything. LUV U !
Danielle Piccarreta
May 16, 2011
George, I Could go on all day saying how amazing you are and how much everyone will miss you..so, im gonna make it short..Your Amazing,I Love You To Death(Everyone who meets you does) And i Miss You,.Your company was the best,your smile could light up the moon,I Have Known You For a Short Period of time but i feel that in that time i made a good friend..So Here's To You Buddy(:..Rest In Peace..See You Again Someday..
VICKI OROSCO SALGADO
May 16, 2011
MY DAD ALBERT OROSCO JUST LOVED GEORGE AND I COULDN'T SAY ANYTHING BAD ABOUT HIM OR MY DAD WOULD GET SO MAD AT ME.I'M GREATFUL TO YOU GEORGE BECAUSE OF YOUR CORRALS AND HORSES. HE LOVED BEING THERE. SAY HELLO TO MY DAD AND I HOPE YOU BOTH ARE IN HEAVEN. I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU.. GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY AND MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.
Gloria Fimbres-Quihuis
May 16, 2011
My condolences to the Simon family. I graduated with George in 1964 from Pueblo. I was very saddened to hear of his passing. May he rest in peace.
Pat Spruell
May 16, 2011
To the family of George Simon, I had the pleasure of being a classmate of George's during grade school at St. John's. I never saw George again after our 8th grade graduation but always wondered about what he was doing. I have a picture of him attending my birthday party when I was 11 or 12. He was so handsome. I will be praying for you to help with your loss. Patti (Kern) Spruell
Aurora
May 16, 2011
I was saddened to hear about Georges' passing. I worked for him in the old days at the El Dorado Disco, yes Disco! We had some awesome times there in the '70's. A time of my life I will never forget. I'm sure George is still dancing. God Bless and Rest in Peace George!
Cassandrra Gomez
May 16, 2011
"Our condolence to the Simon family, George was a great friend to our father, we pray that he may rest in peace and the Lord console your hearts at this time, GOD Bless you."
Familia Gomez
Arnold Morales
May 15, 2011
Our condolences to the Simon family. I new George when he was the owner of Eldorado restaurant. His great sense of humor was one of his great qualities. I was the advertising rep for several publications including La Fiesta de Los Vaqueros. Knowing George was on my list to call on made my day. May God rest his soul. The Morales family
Mary Quihuis
May 15, 2011
Monica and Chris, our sincere condolences to you and yours on the passing of your Dad. May he Rest in Peace.
Mary Alice & Tia Tuchi
Rose J Nenninger
May 14, 2011
We are so very sad to learn of George's passing and to lose such a dear friend. Our prayers and condolences are with you and your family.
Rose Julia Nenninger and family
Rosemarie
May 14, 2011
Dear George, I had not seen you for years till I saw you when my Dad Albert Orosco passed away in June of last year. So many memories came back. Us as children going to your house when u lived next to my Tia Mary and Tio Tavo. Yes you and your Mom and Dad were like family to us. It was so good to see you last June. God bless you and your Family. I know you and my brother were very close. My sincere condolences to your children. Your friend always Pinky
Frank Orosco
May 14, 2011
Oh my friend,
if you only knew how hard it is to write this. You were supposed to out live me on this journey of life but like everything else you had it your way. This is one bet I hated to have won. A man is measured on not what he achieves on earth but what he leaves behind. When god took you little did he know that you left many good and lasting impressions on fortunate friends that had the priviledge of your friendship and love. Just a quick note:I know your busy like always but you need to know that you left many sadden hearts and you always said you would not be missed,you were wrong my brother your one of a kind my friend and will always be and no one will replace you. You left the Simon bloodline and I know you were very proud of your children. I promise to talk with you everyday and keep you updated on what is going on at the arena. RIP my best friend and please keep the golden gates open for me. Dont go and try to re-do heaven's landscape. My sympathy to Chris,Peter, Monica, Ashley and Oscar. I love you George and I know you will be watching from up above. God bless you, Frank G.Orosco(sambo)
May 14, 2011
To the Simon Family:
We are so sorry for your loss, George was always a happy person... always had smile on his face. Good man...My prayers for you and your family....
Familia Curiel
Veronica Ruiz-Ronquillo
May 14, 2011
Simon/Salomon family,
We are so sorry for your loss. May the Lord watch over your family during this time and welcome George home. You are in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. May George rest in peace.
All our love, Caden, Mark (Gordo) and Veronica Ronquillo
Tony Salaz
May 14, 2011
So sorry to hear of George's passing,my prayers are with you the Simon family
Lizette & Dan Matus
May 13, 2011
Simon/Salomon Families: Our deepest condolences to you all at this a most trying of times...Our thoughts and prayers are with you all...Ashley, we love you and you will always be in our prayers and thoughts thru this time...Please know that we will miss your Tata and will remember him for the fun loving and big hearted man that he was...Love Dan & Lizette Matus
Leyva Family
May 13, 2011
Our sincerest condolences to the Simon family, here is a special poem given to me, when my father passed and I hope it gives you peace as it did for me.
When I come to the end of the road, and the sun has set for me, I want no rites in gloom-filled room, why cry for a soul set free. Miss me a little-but not too long and not with your head bowed low. Remember the love that we once shared. Miss me - but let me go. For this is a journey that we all must take and each must go alone. It's all a part of the Master's plan, a step on the road to home. When you are lonely and sick at heart, go to the friends we know, and bury your sorrows in doing good deeds.
Miss me - but let me go.
With love, Luis, Mary, Stephanie and Ernie Leyva
David, Dalia Encinas
May 13, 2011
Ash, and family, We are so lost for words to even think your Tata is no longer with us. All we now have is memories of a person who had a huge heart for you and his family. Our prayers are with you through this difficult time. Rest in peace George...
May 13, 2011
Ashley, Our condolences to you and your family. Our prayers are with you and your family. Love your tia Lucy and tio Robert ?
Edwina Orosco-Vandervort
May 13, 2011
To the Simon family,
May the good Lord give you strength during this difficult time. I am glad to have spent time w/George back in June when my Dad passed away...we had so much fun talking about the "good ol' days"...those memories will never be forgotten. George was like family to all of us and I laugh as I remember the El Dorado days. George, you're gone, but not forgotten. Rest in peace!
Stephanie Macias
May 13, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Simon/Salomon Families. Rest in peace, Mr. Simon.
Stephanie, Matthew and Megan Macias
May 13, 2011
Condolences from manuel and linda lopez sorry about your loss our thought and prayers are with the family.
Benjamin & Marcela
May 13, 2011
Condolences for the Simon family, my heart and prayers are with you. Mr. Simon was a great person and I will remember him by always making everyone laugh all the time. R.I.P
Laura Orosco
May 13, 2011
George,
How do I even begin, I had the pleasure of meeting you when my husband Frank introduced you to me. I remember that night as it was yesterday, your family was so kind and full of life. Just like you. That is how I will remember you. You always were there for me. You always sided with me when Frank was being a knuckle head. Frank and I are devasted by your passing. Our sincere sympathy to Chris, Monica, Ashley and all your grandchildren. George, you were a great friend to me and my son Miguel. Miguel will miss you, he always laughed at your stories. Frank and I are praying the rosary for you and we know by our faith that you are in heaven with your parents and you will watch over your daughter Monica, son Chris and your lovely Ashley and grandchildren. I love you George, God bless you!
Elaine Garayzar
May 13, 2011
Ash...my love, prayers and sincere thoughts are with you and your family, May the Lord help you and carry you at this very difficult time... Tata was your number one fan and he was an awesome man and I miss him so much already..all my love "Laine"
Henry and Norma Madril
May 13, 2011
Christpher,Peter,Monica and family, you are in our prayers and in our hearts.May our Lord comfort you and give you peace.May your father George R.I.P.,always carry your woderful memories of your dad with you and they will help you get through this hard time.Love you all!
Lety Espinoza (Granados)
May 13, 2011
Monica & Peter and Families,
May God grant you and your family the patience, courage and strength to get you through your time of need. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless!
Richard Salaz
May 13, 2011
My sincerest condolences to the family of George Simon. I graduated from Pueblo High School with George and I would see him on occasions. May God Have Mercy and Welcome George with Open Arms as He Welcomes Him Into His Kingdom.
Ernie Rodriquez
May 13, 2011
Condolences for the Simon family. He was a good friend of mine.RIP George.
Ernie Rodriquez
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