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Herbert Simon Obituary

Herbert Samuel Simon

Oct. 13, 1931 – Nov. 27, 2021

MUNSTER, IN - Herbert Simon, age 90, of Munster entered into eternal life on Saturday, November 27, 2021.

He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Janet M. Simon (nee Hensley); son: Kurt (Collene) Simon; grandson: Dillon (Bekah) Simon; sister-in-law Judith Hensley, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Wolf and Louise Simon; great-grandson, Bennett Simon and brother, David Simon.

Friends and family are invited for a time of visitation on Wednesday, December 8, 2021 from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at BOCKEN FUNERAL HOME, 7042 Kennedy Avenue, Hammond, IN 46323.

Private cremation will follow.

Herb was a native of Chicago, IL before moving to Hammond. He served our country in United States Marine Corps during the Korean War. Upon return Herb worked as a wreck supervisor for the Indiana Harbor Belt Railroad for 45 years. As well as owning and operating a Sinclair Service Station in Hammond. He then founded the H and K Auto Detailing business in which he worked at for 28 years. In his free time Herb enjoyed bowling, fishing, and going to Las Vegas.

For more information you may call BOCKEN FUNERAL HOME at (219)-844-1600, or www.bockenfunerals.com.


Published by The Times on Dec. 5, 2021.

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Ron Cheatle

December 8, 2021

Kurt and family my deepest condolences. May your Father rest in peace.

Joe

December 8, 2021

No more pain or suffering of illnesses no more of dealing with the craziness of the world....God will take really good care of him for eternity....he will always be remembered and loved....

David

December 7, 2021

Heaven got an upgrade! We got a lot of good memories. I´ll miss you Herb.

Dan Kraly

December 5, 2021

My prayers are with you and you family during this tough time

Temwachi

December 5, 2021

May his soul rest in internal peace. I knew you for a short time and at the time of your death you died in my arms. I believe God purposed this. Rest in peace...

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