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December 25, 2015
BOB & Kathy
Bill Warzeka
April 20, 2015
Shocked was the first word that came to mind. I'm so sorry to hear of Johns passing and I am glad that I got to visit with him not so long ago at his shop. We came across each other on "the loop" in downtown St. Paul a very long time ago in our hot street cars. We raced under the bridge and became good freinds with a great mutual respect for each other. So many great memories at Brainerd. As so many have said - always with a smile. John came to my 40th birthday party and it was absolutely the highlight of my day and he was the first one I sent a thank you note to. Miss you my freind.
Wayne & Debbie Johnson
April 17, 2015
So sorry to hear of John's passing, he will be missed.
Butch & Candi Sapletal
April 14, 2015
So shocked to hear of John passing. IGH will miss him.
Eric Foslien
April 11, 2015
Becky, I did not know you guys very good. But I am beyond sadden to hear the passing of John. I had a orange and black 69 and a yellow and black 69 Camaro with a little son named Charlie. Maybe you remember. John was a great person. He will be missed by many. Please God be good to him. RIP John. Let me know if there is anything I can do. Eric
Tony and Cindi Elia
April 10, 2015
Becky and Family,
We are sorry and shocked to hear of Johns passing. He will be missed by all of his friends. I met John in the early 70's and had lots of fun, with him, in the "old days". It was nice to run into him, now and then, and reminisce. John was a great guy with a great sense of humor.
Julie Stanz
April 10, 2015
Johnny was a great guy always smiling. I would see him in the Inver Grove Heights parade in the golf cart every year. You will be missed.
Rodney Bosworth
April 10, 2015
John was a good card player! We always had a great time. John save me a spot at the card table up there.
Shelly Jacobson
April 10, 2015
Becky and family - our deepest sympathies to you in the loss of John. What a dear man and always with a smile. Jake will truly miss his card playing buddy! Jim & Shelly Jacobson
April 10, 2015
John I will miss you a lot. will miss
playing Mexican train with Beck and you.
Love,Pops
john feesl
April 10, 2015
Our preyers go out to you.
April 10, 2015
Danielle,Tiffany and Becky,
It is still a shock that John has passed. He was such a huge part of my life. We met when were 17. I have so, so many memories with him, before we were married, during, our kids being cousins, and godparents to each others daughter's, after our marriages, racing, traveling,many late night card games, Turkey Trots in Fl, helping each other out in time of need, I can go on and on, even though the last few years we didn't talk as often, he will always be my bud and close to my heart.
I love you John Simon and may you RIP
Your Bud,
Dave Koehnen and Family
April 10, 2015
Jon was a great guy and in business dealings he was the best Iva Sampson
Bob Elliott
April 10, 2015
I had the distinct pleasure of getting to know John through playing a small role in the Willys project. I suspect I am one of many who ended up being a good friend of Johns. To know the guy, was to love the guy. He had an eternal smile, and always loved to play a fun joke on a close buddy (Chuck still doesn't know who made that hilarious call John!) John was fiercely competitive in a very gentlemanly fashion, was an astute businessman who knew how to drive a hard bargain, but was also kind and generous to a fault. Like so many of us, he was a wonderful blend of qualities and faults...unlike so many of us, he leaves a strong legacy of being a good man with a great heart. If a man's worth is most accurately measured by his number of true friends, I am proud to say John Simon is one of the richest guys I ever had the honor to know. I'm guessing that the pearly gates of Heaven just experienced their first burn-out! E.T. now means "eternal time" John, enjoy every minute of it!
Tammy Saad
April 9, 2015
To John's family,
So sorry to hear about John's passing. He was a great man, always happy and smiling. He will be missed by many!
Tammy Saad
April 9, 2015
Pete would never have believed you would actually wear that monkey suit on T.V. I will miss Pete and you until the day that God calls me.
Doug Moe.... Alias Black Moe
Bev Carey
April 9, 2015
I am so sorry to hear of John's passing. He was such a great guy and will truly be missed. My prayers are with the family.
mary kaping
April 9, 2015
Danielle, Tiffany and Family. So sorry to here about the loss of your dad. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. RIP John. God Bless. Roger and Mary (koehnen) Kaping.
Justin Stewart
April 9, 2015
John was one of the kindest and most decent individuals you could ever have the privilege of knowing. You will be missed very much by the Stewart family! RIP Sim~
Nancy Reeves Exley
April 9, 2015
Condolences to the family. Went to Humboldt with John. He was always the comic and a good person.
Sarah Thompson
April 9, 2015
So sad to hear of John's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and my dear friend Becky. I am here for you if you need me!
April Allen
April 9, 2015
We are deeply saddend to hear about John. He did so much for and worked so long with our dad George Steiner we felt like he was part of our family. We are so very sorry for your loss and pray for comfort during this difficult time. April, Cally & Cherie (Steiner)
MeMe
April 9, 2015
Tiffany, I am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. I first met you when you came into RDW. We talked about your dad, cars and the westside and people we knew in common. Although I did not know your dad personally, I seen him at many car shows. God Bless you & your family during this difficult time.
April 9, 2015
Our deepest sympathy to all of John's family. Known John for over 25 years and always enjoyed our talks either at the store or at car gatherings. He will be missed by all.
Doug and Lu Onken and family. IGH.
Steve Peasley
April 9, 2015
Always got a smile,handshake and a laugh from John.Condolences to thoughs who knew him best.
Rick Grindland
April 9, 2015
I met John around 1986 and worked for him briefly at the store. We ran into each other throughout the years, he was always smiling and engaging. The last three years we were in touch more often (he supplied many appliance for my company) I always enjoyed our conversations and some good natured ribbing about life in general :) A good man gone to soon! He will be missed by many.Rest in peace, John. Our condolences to both his family and his extended (store) family.
dave Storlien
April 9, 2015
How can words say , how I will miss seeing John at the race track and car shows. His loving sweet smile and his friendly laugh . He will be greatly missed by so many hearts that he has touched. Go with god John and teach him about how great a car guy can be .
Dayna Sanders
April 9, 2015
My Dad, Wayne Seelhammer, and John were great friends. I have many fond memories of the two of them playing cards in the backroom of Simon's Appliance or at the SSP Rod n' Gun Club and constantly bantering back and forth. I hope that the two of them are reunited again and up to the same routine and watching over us. My prayers, thoughts, and tears go out to his family and friends.
Tim Conrad
April 9, 2015
Becky and Family,
so sorry to hear of John's passing. he has always been susch a good person and a friendly face whenever i would run into him wether at the store or out in public (always with Becky. Know that you all are in my thoughts and Becky we hope to see you still out enjoying the things that you and John enjoyed.
Samantha Jensen
April 9, 2015
Sending prayers your way becky.
Rich and Darlene Pitman
April 9, 2015
Dearest John,
you left us way too soon- our hearts are
broken. we will always remember you and
your kind ways. you will be in our hearts
till we meet again.
love, mom and pops
Robert DeRusha
April 9, 2015
John was a legend in our neighborhood on the Westside and his 67 SS Smokin John rest in peace and to the Family prayers for you . Joe and my uncle use to be good friends back in the day So sorry for your loss
Lee and Mary Sperl
April 8, 2015
We've been so fortunate to know you since we were teens racing around the west side and cruising the loop. You'll be dearly missed John. Rest in peace.
As good as it gets
David
April 8, 2015
April 8, 2015
John you were always a caring and generous man . You will be missed by many people .
Bopper & Mary
Wendy Dennis
April 8, 2015
I am so very sad to hear this. My thoughts and prayers to you all. I babysat for Danielle and Tiffany for years and have only fond memories of John.
Mike Lyons
April 8, 2015
Rest in Peace, John. You were a great businessman and friend. The world's a poorer place without you.
April 8, 2015
John was always smiling , and could make everyone laugh and have a good time. Many memories at car shows and drag racing. He was also a good customer of mine. Thanks John for all you did .. Todd and Tammy
Mike Sandstrom
April 8, 2015
I'm so very sad to hear of John's passing, I will always remember him and his big smile
Ron and Laurie Anderson
April 8, 2015
John was a wonderful guy, He will be greatly missed.
George Tourville
April 8, 2015
Very sorry for your loss. John always had a smile and a story to tell. We will miss you...God Bless
Tom WEBER
April 8, 2015
Becky, Danielle, Tiffany and Family - Words cannot express the sadness I feel as this news starts to sink in. In over 25 years of doing business with John I can say he was a man of his word, the best compliment any man can receive. We had our up's and down's as will happen in business, but we always agreed that we were friends no matter what happened. John, you will always be my friend and you will be greatly missed. God bless you and your family now and forever.
Linda Gilgosch
April 8, 2015
John made an everlasting impression on my husband & I. They shared a love of one 40 Willy's. I know they w/b together in heaven, exchanging stories of "their" beloved car. He was a proud, intelligent & loving man. May he rest in peace. Prayers to his family.
Mary and Bill Illetschko
April 8, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers to the family. John was a great guy and will be missed by many.
April 8, 2015
he was such a wonderful person so sorry for your loss
chris "holeshot" anderson
April 8, 2015
One of the nicest guys, honored to have ever known him. Godspeed "smokin" John
Greg Strumstad
April 8, 2015
John you were a staple in the IGH community and will be missed. My condolences to your family...RIP my friend.
April 8, 2015
We are so sorry for your loss. John was a good man. He truly wanted to help everyone. We bought many appliances from him. Our sincere condolences.
Lonny & Janet Ambright
April 8, 2015
Our deepest sympathy on Johns passing. He was a pleasure to know and to do business with. May he be at peace.....
Terry and Darlene Linderholm and Family
Karen Hennes
April 8, 2015
Our deepest sympathies to John's family. You will be missed by so many people.
Roxy Smith
April 8, 2015
Dear Becky,Joe and the rest of your family,I am soo sorry for your loss. John was a good man with a big heart and a smile to match.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
April 8, 2015
We will truly miss you. You were such a great person to be around. Condolences to your family
Larry Aus
April 8, 2015
Rest in peace John. God Bless you and Becky and your families. It is a pleasure and an honor to have you as a friend. You will be missed by many.
April 8, 2015
My Condolences to the Simon family. John was always a straight shooter and great to do business with. He'll be missed.
Always cheerful and friendly! A GREAT guy!
Larry Aus
April 8, 2015
Always spotless!
Larry Aus
April 8, 2015
April 8, 2015
Tiffany, sorry for your loss
Mark & Terry at Allina
April 8, 2015
You will Truly be missed Mr Simon...Friends/Employees at Simons Appliance!
April 8, 2015
Becky and family, we are very sorry your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
With Deepest Sympathy, Lori and Rob Valstad
(car show friends).
Roberta Stow EFS
April 8, 2015
Becky and family, so sorry to hear about your loss. A big loss to the community of Inver Grove Heights.
April 8, 2015
Johnny you were always so full of life and quick with a smile. You were a strong force in your family and will be sadly missed by so many people. I will always treasure the memories of many good times. May God's peace and love lift your family at this difficult time and help to carry them on until they get to be with you again.
Smokin John
Randy Merrill
April 8, 2015
You have touched many hearts and made many memories with all of us.You will be greatly missed.Condolences to all Family and Friends.
Keith Grover
April 8, 2015
Met John at the drag strip over 40 years ago. He has been a great friend for all those years. If you needed help, John was always there with advice. I will miss him dearly. I pray for his family and friends may you seek peace in the many great memories he left us with. John, may your lights always be green!
April 8, 2015
I would like to offer our condolences to you and your family.
We consider it our privilege to have had a chance to know him, if even for just a short time. We will miss chatting with him at the Hastings Car Show.
Sorry for your loss,
Jacque & Bill Wallace
April 8, 2015
Johnny you will be missed. Always loved that perpetual smile! My sincere condolences to the family. Teresa Jerrick
April 8, 2015
Deeply sorry for your loss of John, condolences to his entire family. He was always friendly to everyone greeted you with a smile and friendly. I drive by Simons Appliance everyday, will keep you and your family in my daily prayers.
Nancy Rose
sheila mudek-laramy
April 8, 2015
Sorry to hear about your loss
Randy Merrill
April 8, 2015
After hearing that you were recovering from heart surgery a couple weeks ago I sent you a text message to call me when the dust settled , I should have picked up the phone or stopped for a visit instead as I never herd back from the text I sent.Lesson learned here for me I should have paid a visit or called you instead.You have touched many hearts in your past travels, I will always remember your smile and cheerful self,RIP John take care bud.
Vanessa Frankot
April 8, 2015
John was such an amazing guy! I grew up with his daughters and spent many years at their house! I have so many great memories with John and his witty personality. He was such a great dad. It's so sad that his happened at such a young age. It's so sad to see him go. We love u John!
Bill & Carol Shanley
April 8, 2015
John you have been in our lives it seems like forever, tell Wayne Hi up there, and get that euchre game started!! Luv ya!!
April 8, 2015
Johnnie, For forty years everytime I ran into you, you made me smile. God will take you right in. R.C.Whelan
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