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James Simons Obituary
James G. Simons
75, of Indianapolis, passed away April 10, 2014. He was born August 22, 1938 to the late Gerald and Jeanne Hornaday Simons. Jim served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps, and married Mariana Deak in 1963. He was employed with Indianapolis Water Co. for 36 years, retiring in 1995.
Jim was a member of St. Jude Catholic Church and the Boy Scouts of America Band. He was the Financial Secretary for Firemen & Oilers Union Local #131 for 22 years.
Visitation will be Monday, April 14, 2014 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Shirley Brothers Thompson Road Chapel , 3333 E. Thompson Rd. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. at St. Jude Catholic Church, 5353 McFarland Rd.
Jim is survived by his loving wife, Mariana Simons; sons, Gregory L. (Linda) and Mark J. (Bonnie) Simons; sister, Dianne Cox (Larry); granddaughters, Julia and Kristen Simons; and two step-grandchildren.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hoosier Veteran's Assistance Foundation, 946 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46204.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Simons
Bonnie Simons
April 10, 2015
I cannot believe a year has passed. I think of you everyday and try my very best to be everything Mark needs me to be as he misses you so very much. Lighting a candle in your honor. I love you!
April 20, 2014
I was so sad to hear of Jim's passing. I always enjoyed work more when I took care of Jim at Beech Grove Meadows. We had alot of laughs and shared alot of jokes! He will truly be missed!
Marcia McCormick
Teri and Tom Nihiser
April 15, 2014
We are so sorry for your loss. Jim was a wonderful person who never failed to make us laugh. He will always be remembered.
Jana Frye Harrell
April 15, 2014
I am so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He was a great neighbor, always smiling and cracking jokes to make all of us kids laugh and brighten our days. He was a good soul. My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to Mariann, Greg, Mark and their families. God Bless you all.
Jill Barrie Hamilton
April 14, 2014
I am sorry to hear Jim has passed. I have many great memories of Jim. May he rest in peace and now he is free of pain and the challenges he faced on Earth. My thoughts are with your family through these difficult days.
April 14, 2014
Death is the worst thing anyone has to go through. So sorry for your loss. May you find the strength you need from your family, friends, and God's Word, the Bible.
Jeanette Barrie Hayes
April 14, 2014
Sorry for your loss. Jim was such a great guy and neighbor. I will keep you and family in my prayers.
Tom Rader
April 14, 2014
Scouting and just being a best friend stories could fill volumes. Always a fun time and true Scouting friendship and Howe alum to pal around with. Those really were the good old days in the neighborhood.
Jeff Barrie
April 14, 2014
I am very sorry to hear about Jim's passing. He was a great influence in my life growing up. A kid couldn't have wished for a better guy to live next door to.
Susie (Sferruzzi-Bryant) McCardle
April 13, 2014
Mariana, Greg and Mark:
Thinking of you during this difficult time.
SSgt.Norman McFadyen (USMC, Retired)
April 13, 2014
Sorry for your lost. James is now guarding the streets of Heaven. Semper Fi...
April 13, 2014
On behalf of the Thomas Carr Howe High School Alumni Association we extend our deepest sympathy to your family
Deanna Depositar Wood '58
Alumni Association Secretary
Fred Daniels
April 13, 2014
I was so very fortunate to know Jim through his son and dear friend, Mark. I am so very grateful for the conversation and laughter on the golf course with Mark, his dad, and his uncle. There weren't enough of those times. It seems there never is. I extend my heartfelt thoughts and love to Mark, Mrs. Simons, Greg, Bonnie, and the entire Simons family.
April 13, 2014
Vicki & I want the entire Family to know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
LOVEnHUGS Maris
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