Adrian Lawrence Simon

Adrian Lawrence Simon obituary, Shelton, WA

Adrian Lawrence Simon

Adrian Simon Obituary

Published by Legacy on Jul. 8, 2025.
Adrian L. Simon passed away peacefully at his home in Tenino on Friday, May 16, 2015, following a brief battle with cancer. He was 91 years old.
Adrian was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, and traveling. He was known for his gift of storytelling and his ability to bring people together through laughter and shared memories. He is survived by his partner, Vivian Winton, and his loving children: Donna Simon (Pat), Carolyn Devereaux (Michael), Keith Simon (Thelma), Denise Rancour (Philip), Tim Hamilton (Lori), Russ Simon, Scott Hamilton (Kristin), Bobbie Bates (Bob), Carol Oram (Rick), Traci Whitaker (Roy), George Winton, Jennie Bailey (Jake), and Molly Ford (Russell). He also leaves behind many cherished grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
A celebration of Adrian's life will be held at the Tenino Eagles on Sunday, June 21, at 1:00 p.m. He will be laid to rest at Forest Lawn Cemetery beside his beloved wife, Lela.
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