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WILLIAM SIMON Obituary
William G. Simon, 88, of Arlington Heights, beloved husband of 67 years of Frances; loving father of Jane (Leonard) Witter, William Jr. (Joyce E.) Simon, Nancy M. Simon and George (Rachelle) Simon; loved grandfather and great-grandfather of many. Visitation 3 until 9 p.m. Tuesday at Glueckert Funeral Home Ltd., 1520 N. Arlington Heights Rd., Arlington Heights and Wednesday from 9 a.m. until the time of Mass at 10 a.m. at St. Edna Catholic Church, 2525 N. Arlington Heights Rd., Arlington Heights. Interment Memory Gardens. In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to Mercy Home for Boys & Girls, 1140 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL 60607 or to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Funeral Information and condolences can be given at www.GlueckertFH.com or (847) 253-0168. 
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Bill Brod
June 18, 2025
Mr. Simon and wife Fran were always friendly and nice to know. And the hard work by Mr. Simon (and wife Fran) started the current business Route 12 Rental about 60 years ago, which is still run by the Simon family.
Butch
June 18, 2022
I miss you, Uncle Bill.
Alan & Mary Lou (Moskal) Boden
July 7, 2012
Our family has known the Simon families since 1941 when we lived on Rand Rd. Bill and Fran have been wonderful friends all these years. We love you all.
Martin D. Specht
June 29, 2012
Bill is and was a great friend. I remember my mom and dad with Bill and Fran walking down to the new Pool Ford Showroom to go square dancing. Plus when I rented the house across Rand Road that his father built, he helped me out. I just got out of the Army and got married and did not have a clue how to take care of the house and well. But Bill Helped. Fran and Jane and myself always keep in touch thru the e-mail. He was and is Great. Marty
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Barbara Simon
June 27, 2012
Bill Simon Sr. was known to my kids as Grandpa! He was such a positive influence on their lives, right up until his last day with us and the influence will last their lifetimes. Grandpa was pure love, acceptance, and lots if fun! He will be missed, for sure, but will remain in all of our hearts. Wonderful memories from a dear sweet man.
Morgan Witter
June 27, 2012
I have the utmost respect for William G. Simon, my grandfather. I was known as Moon to him. He taught me how to respect and interact with others. He gave me my first pocket knife for a penny. He taught me how to skip stones on Lake Superior. He let me drive his 1975 Plymouth Duster before I knew how to drive. He taught me to whittle and to whistle. I acquired a taste for cheese "burpers" (puffs) and cheese curds thanks to him and hard salami sandwiches on buttered bread - the finer things in life! I could go on and on. Needless to say, I have countless memories of my grandfather which I will forever cherish!
J. William Brod
June 25, 2012
Mr. Simon was a nice man and pleasant to visit. I enjoyed getting to know him over these past several years. My condolences to you, Mrs. Simon, Nancy, George, and Bill.
Bob Kuehn
June 25, 2012
We are deeply sorry for your loss; our thoughts and prayers are with you. You have our deepest sympathy and you are in our hearts.
Bill will be missed.
God Bless,
Bob, Lorry, Randy & Ryan Kuehn
Mary Leveccke
June 24, 2012
While I haven't kept in touch in recent years, I will greatly miss this great man, my godfather! He was a great influence in my life and I will always hold Uncle Bill and Aunt Fran dear to my heart.
I love you both!
Milton K. Moore III
June 24, 2012
I will always treasure the time when Uncle Bill, Grandpa Simon, Bill Jr. and I spent a week fishing in Ironwood when Bill and I were kids. I can't help but smile each time I think of him and all that he did for everyone. We will truely miss him.
Our heart felt sympathy and prayers are with you all. The Moore Family.
Kim & Dan Farley
June 24, 2012
I am so sorry for the loss of this wonderful man, my Uncle Bill. I will always cherish the memories I have...My husband and I send our condolences to the family. We love you all very much!
John & Mary Simon
June 24, 2012
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
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