Photo courtesy of Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel - Saint Joseph
Saint Joseph, Missouri
Sep 30, 1949 – Apr 17, 2018
Danny Lee Simon, 68, of St. Joseph, passed away Tuesday, April 17, 2018, in St. Joseph.
He was born on September 30, 1949 to Billy and Daisy (Shaw) Simon in St. Joseph, MO. He was a graduate of Lafayette High School and served his country in the United States Navy on the U.S.S. Pictor during the Vietnam War serving two tours of duty.
Danny married Nancy Lee Burkeybile on September 30, 1972 in St. Joseph, MO. She survives him of the home.
He spent his working career with McDonald's restaurants retiring as a Supervisor in 2012 after 38 years of service.
Danny continued to serve his fellow veterans and his community by being a member of the Tri-C Memorial Legion Post 464 in Conception Jct, Mo, and he was currently serving as the Director of the 4th District, Unit 287 American Legion Riders based in Savannah and was the finance officer of the 40 and 8, Voiture 130.
Danny was a lover of the outdoors, spending all of the time that he could fishing and doing lawn work, and above all, riding his motorcycle.
Nothing was more important to Danny than his family, he was a loving husband, father and grandfather.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
In addition to his wife of 45 years, Danny is survived by sons; Troy and Shawn Simon, granddaughters; KayLee and Kameo Simon all of St. Joseph, brother; Jerry (Sherry) Simon, Jefferson City, MO, sister; Vicky (Richard) Davis, Chillicothe, MO, one surviving aunt; Shirley Simon and numerous nieces and nephews.
A private family inurnment will be held at Mount Auburn Cemetery at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Tri-C Memorial Legion Post 464 in Conception Jct, MO, Unit 287 American Legion Riders Savannah, or the 40 and 8, Voiture 130.
Arrangements are under the direction of Heaton-Bowman-Smith & Sidenfaden Chapel.
Danny was a great influence in my career early on. He even checked up on the people he cared most. My prayers and heart go out to you all. Rest In Peace my dear friend
Cheri
April 26, 2018 | Saint Joseph, MO
Eternal rest, grant unto him O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon him.
May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the
mercy of God, rest in peace.
Carolyn Seippel-Sidwell
April 25, 2018 | Country Club, MO
Went to Lindberg Grade School and 4 years at Lafayette with Danny,he was one of the most kindness persons I have ever ment and never ever heard him say a bad word about anyone he's was one of a kind. Talk to him a few years ago and all we talked about was our Harley's. He said he just converted his bike over to a three wheeler and loved it. He will be missed by many and I as one was very lucky to have know him. RIP my friend... Danny Tate 1968 U.S.M.C.
Danny Tate
April 24, 2018 | Las Vegas, NV | Friend
We went all the way thru Lindbergh and Lafayette - always loved Danny's soft spirit. RIP dear friend.
Mary Lou Byrd
April 24, 2018 | Springfield, MO | Friend
I am so sorry to hear of Danny's passing. My prayers go out to his family and friends. Danny and the Simon family were very much a part of my growing up in the North End. Danny spent time at our house and we played many softball games on the summer playground and at Lions Field. He will be missed. RIP Danny.
Stan Mejia
April 23, 2018 | Broken Arrow, OK
