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Leon J. SIMKINS

Bal Harbour, Florida

1927 - 2017 (Age 89)

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SIMKINS, LEON J. 89, of Bal Harbour, Florida passed away peacefully on August 2, 2017. Leon was born in Philadelphia to Samuel and Dorothy Simkins on December 15, 1927. A graduate of The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, Lee was chairman and president of the Simkins Industries,...

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Leon, my mentor, died on the same date (different year) as my father. Two very special men in my life. I could never forget them. May they both rest in peace.

I better keep my mouth zipped.

To the family, Luke 21:38 assures us that your loved one is in God's memory. Please find comfort in that hope.

My only regret is that our paths had not crossed earlier in our lives! Lee Simkins was a fantastic individual, I have never worked for a more compassionate and fair person. I want to send my condolences to the entire Simkins family.

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Words cannot fully express the sorrow we feel over the loss of Leon. He was a wonderful and generous human being and touched the lives of many. He was an amazing person and family to us. We learned so much from him and he will always be in our hearts and memories. Our hearts go out to all of you and we share your sadness in this time of sorrow. Barbara & Frank Camera

MAY THE THOUGHT OF KNOWING THAT FAMILY AND FRIENDS SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF BRING YU A MEASURE OF COMFORT.PLEASE READ PROV 17.17

I had the pleasure of working with Mr. Simkins and his friend, Steve Gadon, for many years. Mr. Simkins remains perhaps the most focused businessperson I have ever known - once he had decided to pursue a deal, nothing was allowed to delay its completion. Apart from business, however, I was thrilled to see his name (along with other Simkins family members) as the donors for on a local building in Philadelphia of the Jewish Federation.