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Marshall Simon Obituary

Marshall Simon
Marshall Carl Simon, age 79 of Fairfield, Connecticut, passed away on August 4th, 2020 at the Jewish Senior Services Home in Bridgeport, CT. Marshall was born in Albany, NY, a son of the late Harry and Mae Simon.
Marshall had a well-educated and deep intellect, with a B.S. in chemistry from the University of Rochester, an M.B.A. from the Sloan School at MIT, and a dedication to lifelong learning. He worked for decades in the pharmaceutical industry, culminating in a successful career as a marketing consultant. He was a talented musician who mastered multiple instruments. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved to bike the world, backpack, and climb to the summits of mountains. He traveled widely and impressed many of those he met with his good nature, wit, and intelligence.
Throughout his life, Marshall put considerable time and energy into the service of others. He served as a Boy Scout Troop Leader, on the Board of Directors of the Bridgeport YMCA, and as the Treasurer of the Probus Club of Bridgeport. He was active and held leadership positions in multiple synagogues.
Marshall is survived by his partner Janet Jurow of Fairfield, CT; his devoted children Jennifer Simon and her husband Robert Kiihne of Concord, MA, Eric Simon and his wife Amanda Marsh of Deering, NH, Phil Simon and his wife Angel Simon of Warwick, MA; his adored grandchildren Zachary, Jared, Reed, Forest, Sam, Sara, and Mary; his brother Franklin of Rensselaer, NY; and an extensive network of hundreds of relatives (known collectively as The Cousins Club).
Services will be held privately. Shiva will be observed at Marshall's home in Fairfield, CT. A memorial service will be held at a later date when circumstances allow large gatherings. His family thanks you for your sympathy and would like to encourage anyone to share memories or stories of Marshall with us.

Published by Connecticut Post & Fairfield Citizen on Aug. 4, 2020.

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John Asprelli

August 14, 2021

Always in good spirits, he never failed to lift you up - a treasured friend that can never be replaced. I'll miss you dearly. Thanks for the pleasure of knowing you.

Amy Stavola

September 14, 2020

Janet, My thoughts and prayers are with you and Marshall's family at this sad time.
With deepest sympathy,

Cousin Ira Rubtchinsky

August 7, 2020

What began as an annoyance when my Mom (his Aunt Mary) repeatedly said to me (I later realized as an attempt to urge me on to greater attainments) what blossomed into a great story that I told at Marshall's 60th Birthday Party - one that he asked me to repeat to various groups of friends, relatives, fellow campers and bikers: "Why Can't You Be More Like Marshall?" Tall, thin, smart, Eagle Scout, musical, athletic, resourceful. He was a great model, and I'm glad and grateful for the years we were on the bike trail together. Thanks Marshall. I was never really like you, but we had a lot of fun together.

Tom Kasper

August 5, 2020

I did not have the privilege of knowing Marshall well. Only through stories my long time beloved neighbor,Janet Jurow , would tell about her time with him. He visited many times and the next thing I knew Janet was moving to Fairfield ro be with him. I know Janet to be a warm, loving , generous Soul and knew right then and there Marshal Must Be a Special Soul also. Bless and keep this precious Soul

Frank Coppa

August 5, 2020

My condolences to Frank Simon and the rest of the Simon family, on their loss. Best wishes.

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