Herbert Lee Simon

Herbert Simon Obituary

SIMON, HERBERT LEE, a Miami resident since 1935 celebrated his 90th birthday Oct.19. Beloved husband of Jeannette for 69 wonderful years; dedicated and proud father of Patrica Lyons (Richard) and Barbara Ehrlich (Alan); adored grandfather of Jonathan Lyons (Barbara), Beverly Brennan (Derek), Michael Lyons (Stephanie), Michelle Zarr Wilson (Andrew), Doting great-grandfather (Umpa) of Benjamin, Matthew, Avner, Zachary, Samuel, and Andrew. He was truly dedicated to his entire family and nothing was more fulfilling than time with them. He offered advice when asked, but was never judgmental. He was a realtor and 3 time president of the Miami Board of Realtors. He was a man of his word with unquestionable ethics. He loved fishing, computers, and fixing things for anyone who needed him. Words can never express our sorrow and how much he was loved and will be missed. He was our rock and our heart. Services were held. To visit this Guest Book Online, go to www.MiamiHerald.com/obituaries.

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Published by the Miami Herald from Oct. 24 to Oct. 27, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Herbert Simon

12 Entries

Sonia Posso

November 27, 2009

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

I will always cherish and remember the 5 years I spent working for Mr. Herbert, Jean, Mr. Merton and family.
Mr. Herbert (as I called him) thought me so much. Words cannot express how he impacted me, and the gratitude I feel for him and his whole family.

His knowledge about everything, and his patience to teach a then 19 year old girl, will forever stay in my heart.

Thank you Mr. Herbert.

Joan Levy

November 6, 2009

For the Lyons Family and Simon Family: We are sending our condolences for your loss. We are thinking of you. With deepest sympathy--- Your former neighbor Joan (Glover) and Joel Levy and family

John Steinbauer

November 2, 2009

Herb was without a doubt one of my very best Realtor friends.
We used to have lunch together quite often and we shared our experiences as former Presidents of the Board of Realtors (he obviously had much more experience than I - I was only president two times, he was three); our families and what was happening in the business. Corinne and I also enjoyed our dinners with Herb and Jean and Corinne especially enjoyed working on projects with Jean (the anti Graffiti program that they single handedly got off the ground for Dade County).
No question I'll miss Herb but his memory will encourage me to be always be happy just like he was at all times in his life.
What a guy!
John and Corinne Steinbauer

Joan Redlhammer nee Andes

October 30, 2009

The news of Mr. Simon's passing made me feel very sad. I cannot tell the family what he and his wife meant to me.

When I was an extremely unhappy student at Gables High I met Barbara. She was one of the few who took me into her circle and treated me with kindness and respect. The best thing she did was to invite me to her home. There I met the parents I wish I had had. Mr. and Mrs. Simon were the most gracious, loving, caring people I ever met. They obviously loved each other, had respect for one another, loved their family and treated everyone as one of their own.

I loved going and visiting with them. It is hard for me to separate Mr. Simon from Mrs. Simon. They were always a team.

I want to tell Barbara, Pat and Mrs. Simon how sorry I am about his passing. I want them to know that he will not be forgotten in my lifetime. He was truly one of a kind.

I also want them to celebrate having such a wonderful father and husband in their lives for his long and fruitful time here. How very lucky they all are.

With much love,

Joan Andes Redlhammer

P.S. Barbara, please, please contact [email protected]

Larry Marks

October 27, 2009

I knew Herb all my life, as my mother and Jeannette, were best friends. gertrude Marks & Jean, had children 1 yr apart from each other. our families were very close, as the 'group' played poker, and majong for 50 years.. Herb was always a perfect gentleman and a very good friend to my parents. He will be missed by much of Miami.
larry s. marks

Bebe Fish

October 27, 2009

Dear Jeannette, I was saddened to learn of Herbert's death. It's been a long, long time since we've seen each other and a lot has happened in the time between. You probably remember me as Bebe Fineman PRUSOFF. Then I was Bebe Stewart and now Bebe Fish. I've lost 2 husbands; Horace's lost 4 wives. We KNOW how you feel. We've been where you are. All our best wishes and prayers for you and yours. In love remembering,
Bebe (Prusoff) with Horace Fish

ALVIN BROWN

October 27, 2009

Evelyn and I join in the many memories of knowing such a Man for all Seasons. His genteelness and love of life was noted by us all.

We were blessed to have had Herbert Lee Simon walk this earth. May his memory be a blessing to his families and to whom he was known.

ALVIN LLOYD AND EVELYN BROWN
BOCA RATON, FLORIDA

NAT GLOVER

October 26, 2009

OUR CONDOLENCES TO THE SIMON AMD LYONS FAMILIES ON THE LOSS OF HERBERT L. SIMON. HIS FRIENDLY AND CHEERFUL PRESENCE WILL BE MISSED IN OUR NEIGHBERHOOD.
SIGNED: LOTTE AND NAT GLOVER
ESTELLA AGUILAR
MIAMI, FLORIDA

Maria Benitez

October 25, 2009

I had the opportunity of taking care of his hearing problems for many years and he was not only my patient but my friend.I shared with him so many special moments that he will be in our hearts forever.I felt him very deeply as a family member and he'll be missed.All my condolesces to his wife Jeanne, daughters and all of his loving family of whom he was so proud and talked about them all the time.Thanks Herb for everything you taught me.Rest in peace.
Maria Benitez, Miami, Florida

Teresa King Kinney

October 24, 2009

Herbert Lee Simon was an exceptional leader, businessman and friend. He was the only 3-term Past President in the entire 90-year history of the Miami Board of Realtors and held that distinction in three different decades. He was a leader to be honored, a mentor to be admired, and friend to be cherished. We are who we are today in Miami Real Estate and the association thanks to his wisdom, guidance and leadership.

In addition to his many awards and honors including Realtor of the Year, we were given the opportunity to bestow upon Herbert the prestigious Realtor Emeritus Award from the National Association of Realtors, with Jean at his side - the first ever to be presented by RAMB for NAR.

At our 85th RAMB Installation and Awards Luncheon at The Biltmore Hotel, Herb led off the "Passing of the Gavel Ceremony" recognizing all of our esteemed Past Presidents. Herb was again saluted for his powerful impact on the association, the real estate profession and the communities we serve. As our only 3-term Past President, with leadership spanning decades, Herbert is the perfect symbol of leadership for RAMB ... and exactly the same age as the Association.

As we began plans for our upcoming 90th Anniversary celebration, Herb was to have been our Grand Marshall for the big event. He will always be our leader and friend and he and Jean are in our thoughts and in our hearts.

On behalf of all of his fellow Past Presidents, Association Leaders, 12,000 members, and RAMB Professionals, we wish to express our gratitude, admiration appreciation for all that Herb and Jean have done for us and the entire community. We will all continue to benefit from their leadership, dedication and commitment for many years to come.

With deepest respect and admiration,

Realtor Association of Greater Miami and the Beaches (RAMB)

Helen Holmes

October 24, 2009

I had the pleasure of knowing Herb for over 30 years. He was a real gentleman and a true professional but also a bit mischievous, quite the joker. I have so many fond memories of him, including Herb always parking his moped inside the Miami Board of Realtors offices on NW 7 Street. He and Jean were always great friends, and always being among the first to be there for you in good times and sad.. I’ll miss you, Herb but I'll always remember your smile and sense of humor. Jean, Barbara and Pat, my heart goes out to you and you family. Just know he’ll always be with you.

R. Kenneth Bluh

October 24, 2009

I cannot visualize a Miami without a Herbert Lee Simon. He was the guiding light in the early development of the Miami Board of Realtors. Herbert acquired and developed real estate making Miami a better place to live. In recent years I enjoyed seeing Herb lunching with family and friends at Gables Bagel. We will all miss Herb, with his friendly smile and good words. Rest in peace.

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