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ROBERT SIMON Obituary

Robert J. Simon of Huntley Robert J. Simon, 74, formerly of Mount Prospect and Pittsburgh, Pa., died peacefully Nov. 21, 2012, at Northwest Community Hospital. A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Monday, at St. Mary Catholic Church-10307 Dundee Road, Huntley. Visitation will be on Sunday from 3 t0 8 p.m. at DeFiore Jorgensen Funeral Home, 10763 Dundee Road, Huntley. Burial will be in Allegheny Cemetery in Pittsburgh. Robert was born May 8, 1938 in Pittsburgh, the son of Leo L. and Elizabeth I. (Regan) Simon. He married Antoinette Mazzoccoli, and the couple has been married for 55 years. Bob is survived by his loving wife, Antoinette "Bonnie" Simon; and his children, Jeanine (Lawrence) Swick, Thomas (Traycee) Simon, Philip Simon and Jeremy (Lisa) Simon. He is also survived by his nine grandchildren, Mary, Margaret (Carl), Jeremiah, Emily, Sarah, Claire, Matthew, Theresa and Jacob; one great granddaughter, Grace; his sister-in-law, Mary Beth Hyland; and by many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; his grandson, James Louis; his brother, Louis Simon; his sister, Iris Iocozzia; and his sister, Bernadette Buccigrossi. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to a charity of one's choice or Masses. For further information please call 847-515-8772 or on line condolences may be directed to www.defiorejorgensen.com

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Published by Daily Herald on Nov. 23, 2012.

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Tom Coughlin

November 29, 2012

I worked for Bob for many years. He became like another father to me. He always had faith in me even when I didn't in myself. My prayers go out to his family, and he will always have a place in my heart.

Anthony Natola

November 25, 2012

I have a lot of fond memories of Bob, He was like a 2nd dad to me, Patient, kind and warm. Ill miss him dearly. Our prayers are with you guys.

Robert, May 2012

Emily Simon

November 25, 2012

Dwight Dahl

November 24, 2012

Bob definitely livened up a room when he walked in - never a dull moment when he was around. I'm glad to have known you, my friend. My prayers are with you and your family.

Joe Natola

November 24, 2012

Rest well my friend. When I think of our friendship I smile. It was a privlidge knowing you. My prayers are with the Simon family.

Glen& dawn Lagerstedt

November 23, 2012

My thought go out to your family and friends in this dark time. May The Lord receive his soul in heaven.. Another Angel returns Home!!!

Sam & Madelon Sances

November 23, 2012

Our prayers and thoughts are with the entire Simon Family.
Soar with the angels Bob.

Emily Simon

November 23, 2012

My Pap was a wonderful man- a life definitely worth celebrating. He was selfless and made sure all of his kids, grandkids, and great-granddaughter didn't go about empty-handed. I couldn't ask for a more wonderful and loving grandfather. He deserves eternal peace and whatever comes along with it. May he rest in peace, and may angels lead him in.

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