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Simon Carrillo Obituary

Simon Carrillo was called home to be with the Lord on Monday, July 8, 2013. We are deeply saddened to announce his passing, but he left us in the comfort of his home, surrounded by family and friends.

Simon (Moni) was born to Encarnacion and Guadalupe Carrillo on January 5, 1932. He was one of five children who were born and raised in Fillmore. Upon graduating from Fillmore High School he joined the U.S. Navy and served his country. Once returning from his service, he furthered his education at Ventura College while attaining his associate's degree in horticulture, and later transferred to Fresno State University. Simon returned to plant his roots back in his hometown, dedicating his career in the city of Fillmore. As a carpenter by trade he then began a career working for the City of Fillmore, where he spent the next 28 years officially, but continued to be the "city's go-to man" throughout his life. During the final years of his career with the city, Simon and his wife pursued their dream and fulfilled their passion for cooking, through opening their own restaurant, Nancy's Cafe. As an avid member of the community, Simon has been recognized through the lens of different organizations. Simon and Nancy were the founders of Piru-4H in 1981, he was Mr. Chili-Pepper in 1987, and the Fillmore Grand Marshall in 1992, along with many other accolades. Through Simon's desire to live an active life, he kept up with his hobbies of fishing, hunting, cooking, farming, building, helping and being known as the handy man of Fillmore. As a man of strong values, he exhibited an immense amount of dignity, knowledge, courage, strength and patience in all that he did, and served as a strong role model for his family. He was a devout Catholic and parishioner of St. Francis of Assisi Church. Above all else, Simon enjoyed sharing these values, stories, lessons and quality time with his family. Every holiday season you would find Simon enjoying time making tamales with friends and family, sharing recipes, and laughter.

Simon is preceded in death by his loving parents, Encarnacion and Guadalupe Carrillo; sisters, Josephine Ortiz and Helen Romero; and granddaughter, Amber Leon. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Carrillo; children, Ray (Maria), Simon (Denise), Shannon (Robert), Jonas (Diane), Kelly (Albert), Lisa, Kathryn, Jim, and Scott (Amber); 21 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren; sister, Manuela Carrillo; and brother, Agapito (Jovita) Carrillo.

Simon will be remembered and greatly missed by his family and friends, remaining forever in our hearts.

Our family wishes to thank the Roze Room Hospice for all of their help and support.

We invite all to celebrate the life he led by attending services as follows: A rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m., Sunday, July 14, at Saint Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 1048 W. Ventura Street in Fillmore. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 9:30 a.m., Monday, July 15, also at Saint Francis of Assisi Church. Committal and Interment will follow at Bardsdale Cemetery.

For map and directions to ceremony locations and to sign the family's online guestbook, share stories and post pictures please visit our website: www.santapaulafuneralhome.com and click on Simon's name located below "Recent Obituaries."

Funeral Arrangements are under the direction of the Family Owned & Operated Robert Rey Garcia Jr. Funeral Svcs., Santa Paula, Calif. 805-229-7054.


Published by Ventura County Star from Jul. 11 to Jul. 14, 2013.
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To the Family of Simon Carrillo. God created this Beautiful Soul. He was made especially for his wonderful Wife Nancy. Together they brought much happiness and Love to their Children, & many Friends & Family. Now he is dancing in the house of the Lord. God Bless You All. May you all cherish the beautiful Memories forever.

Christina Alvary

August 7, 2013

Nancy and family,
We were so sorry to hear about Simon. You are all in our thoughts and prayers,

Jeff and Karen Drake

July 15, 2013

JENNIFER AND RACHEL

July 15, 2013

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO ALL OF YOU. WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I KNOW THAT THROUGHOUT MY LIFE, I AM VERY BLESSED TO HAVE SHARED MANY MANY GOOD TIMES WITH YOUR FAMILY AND, HAVE QUITE A NUMBER OF WONDERFUL MEMORIES THAT I WILL ALWAYS CHERISH. GOD BLESS YOU~ LOVE ALWAYS, JENNIFER, RACHEL, DEVIN AND BENTLY

July 15, 2013

To Nancy and family, our condolences go out to you for your loss. Simon seemed a man of strength and kindness. May your family take comfort knowing that he is now resting in peace.

Buddy & Mitzi Salinas

July 15, 2013

Shannon & Carrillo Family

I was truly sorry to hear the sad news that you father had passed away. My condolences to you and your family members during this most difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this most painful time. I hope the many fond memories your father left behind will ease the pain. May your fathter Simon now rest in peace with our Heaven Father as he was a great person while on earth.

David Magallanes

July 15, 2013

Simon was such a a kind and wonderful man. I will always cherish the fond memories of all the happy times I shared with the family. Big hugs and much love to all of you.

Jana Carrillo

July 14, 2013

Nancy and family,
Simon was truly one of a kind! He was always so kind and friendly to everyone, treating others as family. We will cherish the secret recipes we have. So sorry for your loss! We will keep all of you in our thoughts during this difficult time.

Mike & Julie Largen

July 14, 2013

Nancy and family, Our sincere sympathy for the loss of Simon. He was a man of gentle strength who loved his family above all. Fond Memories.

Paul & Carol Conaway

July 14, 2013

Ernie and I are thinking of you and your family and are so sorry for your loss.

Ernie & Patty King

July 14, 2013

Nancy, all Carrillo family you are all in our prayers. God bless you all. Simon was such a good man who we enjoyed knowing. Loved the smile on his face and his love for his family. He will surely be missed but let the wonderful memories be in your heart forever. God bless you all. Much love

Tom & Martha Zavala

July 13, 2013

Nancy and Familia, my sincere condolences on the passing of my "ole paisan", Moni. We shared many unforgettable memories growing up.

Ray Reyes

July 13, 2013

Nancy my thoughts and prayers are with you and your Family God Bless.

Bradley (Toby) Blagg

July 12, 2013

Our sympathy goes out to Nancy and all the family. He will be forever remembered and never forgotten. I have a huge smile thinking of Hopper Canyon Days with all of us and how much he loved it there for Easter. He was a great man, husband, father, friend, cousin, and grandpa. We love you all and may he watch over all of you from the heavens above. God Bless. Camille and Family...

July 12, 2013

Nancy and family, Sorry for your loss.

Susie mejia

July 12, 2013

Simon was a good man who will be missed by so many. Our sincerest condolences to the entire Carrillo family.

John, Monica & Chelsea Arias

John, Monica & Chelsea Arias

July 12, 2013

With sincere sympathy to all the family. Simon was a very special person, he will be greatly missed. Take comfort in your family and friends and know that you will see him again in Heaven. Rest in peace Simon.

Nancy & Ray Cervantez

July 11, 2013

Jonas, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Pat Hoyt

July 11, 2013

We are so sorry to hear of Simon's passing. We will always remember him as a cheerful, kind man.

George and Sally Williams

July 11, 2013

My Sincere Condolences to Nancy, Nellie and all the family, thoughts n prayers, luv Yolee Maldonado-Ruiz

July 11, 2013

I was so sorry to hear of Simon's passing, all my sympathy goes out to his family. we were in the same class at Fillmore High and he was a good friend...He will be missed

Glen Roberts

July 11, 2013

My Sincere Condolences to the Carrillo Family, on the Passing of a Good Friend. Simon was a Good and Kind and Gentleman that I had the Pleasure of knowing. My Thoughts and Prayer are with you in this time.I will always remember the conversations I had with Simon.and stories he would share, his Jokes and Laughter.......Rest In Peace my Friend

George Riesgo

July 11, 2013

Nancy and family
May God keep you close in the days to come!
Simon was a GREAT man, with a BIG heart! May your memories of him remain in your heart forever!
{{{HUGS}}}

Steve and Martha Hope

July 11, 2013

My condolences to Simon's family.
.The world is a better place for having had Simon's love and care- and his friendship.
May he rest in peace.
God bless~his loved ones.

Rosemarie DeLano

July 11, 2013

To Nancy, Jonas, Scotty and Jimmy as well as the entire Carrillo family, you have my deepest sympathy. Simon was one of the nicest men I've ever had the pleasure to meet. It always made me feel good inside when Simon and Nancy welcomed me into their home. Fillmore will never be the same and I won't ever forget Simon, he was without a doubt one of the kindest men I've ever met. I'm sorry I can't make it to the service but I will be thinking about Simon and all of you. Your Friend Always, P.J. Pellerino, Lakeside, Arizona

July 11, 2013

Isaiah 57:2 "Those who walk uprightly enter into peace; they find rest as they lie in death".

Bob & Lisa Tovar

July 11, 2013

Chocolate chips... Rest in peace.

Christine Ramirez

July 11, 2013

Im glad I had the privledge of knowing Simon, he was a great man. My prayers to the family. Rest in peace.

Joyce Lugo

July 11, 2013

Simon will surely be missed by so many people. My memories of Simon go back almost as long as I can remember. My heart and prayers go out to the family. I am thinking of each and everyone one of you..but I know he is reunited with so many family & friends who have passed before him and is most certainly at peace. God Bless You All!

Julie Hooten-Medina

July 11, 2013

Simon, What a great person, out going always helpful.... one of the nicest persons I've ever come across, You will truly be missed, But remembered by many, God Bless you & to your entire family.

Bob Hodges

July 11, 2013

Simon will be greatly missed by so many people. He was a special man and was truly one of a kind. My thoughts and prayers to the family.

Rick Cadena Jr.

July 11, 2013

Simon will be greatly missed by so many people, he was a special man and truly one of a kind. My thoughts and prayers to the family.

Rick Cadena Jr.

July 11, 2013

Simon, my friend, you were a good man! Much respected in our small town. You were a solid rock for the City, and you'll be missed. Godspeed.

Vance Johnson

July 11, 2013

He was a great man to work with. Glad I got to know him. Rest in peace Simon!

Ray Ponce

July 10, 2013

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