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STEPHEN SIMON Obituary

SIMON--Stephen, Conductor, died suddenly in New York City on Sunday, January 20, 2013. Simon was music director of L'Orchestre des Portes Rouges, Simon Sinfonietta, and Maestro Classics. For 25 years he conducted the Washington Chamber Symphony at the Kennedy Center. His numerous recordings have won many awards. He is survived by his wife, Bonnie Ward Simon, and their sons, Basil and Sebastian; his first wife Ellen Friendly and their four sons, David, Daniel, James, and Adam, and four grandchildren. Services will be held at Frank Campbell Funeral Chapel, 1076 Madison Ave. at 81st St, Friday 1:30pm.

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Published by New York Times on Jan. 23, 2013.

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Sandra Povse

January 17, 2024

I think fondly of Stephen and am grateful for knowing him well at one point - and for his generosity and kindness he so effortlessly gave.

George J. Kalil

February 18, 2013

Dear Bonnie,
May God bless and watch over you and your family.

Steve J. Sherman

February 2, 2013

Bonnie -- I am so saddened to hear of Stephen's passing. He was such a warm and great man, and to to my mind, will always be. I send you and the boys my love and heartfelt sympathies.

Alan Savada

February 1, 2013

Dear Bonnie,
It has been so many years since our paths have crossed, but I wanted you to know had saddened I was hearing about your loss. Over thirty years ago we had the pleasure of working together for so many years on so many magnificent, exciting and rewarding ventures here in DC for the Handel Festival. Both Stephen and you were so warm, welcoming and helpful to me. I learned a lot,and it did instill in me an even greater love for the arts!
We have lost a true Handelian hero.
Alan Savada, CTC, Washington, DC
(e-mail:[email protected])

February 1, 2013

We were so sorry to hear of Steve's passing. He was such a delightful and energetic person and such fun. He will be a real loss to our Woods Hole community and Gansett woods neighborhood. Love to you Bonnie and the boys. Steve and Sheri Specht

Hae-Soon Hahn

January 31, 2013

We are so saddened to hear the sudden loss of Stephen. Our deepest condolences to Bonnie, Basil, Sebastian and to the rest of the family. We will all miss Stephen forever for his incredible enthusiasm with loyalty and support to his fellow musicians. Thanks for your great genuine smiles Stephen!

Amy Biancolli Ringwald

January 31, 2013

So much love to all of you, Bonnie. I will be forever blessed to have had Stephen in my life -- just as my mother was blessed. What an extraordinary, generous, vivacious, hilarious and singular human being.

Jim Cowell

January 30, 2013

Our deepest sympathies from the Huddersfield Choral Society - we were priviledged to have met Stephen and Bonnie at our 2011 Christmas Concert in Huddersfield Town Hall.

January 25, 2013

Dear Bonnie, Basil and Sebi,

I am so very sorry for your loss. While many of us will miss the man, the musician, the maestro my deepest sympathy to you who have lost your greatest love and father.

In time may your grief be replaced by your memories.

Leslie Goldberg

January 25, 2013

OMG, Bonnie, I had no idea until this very moment. My deepest condolences go out to you and your family. Stephen was such a joyful gifted man. May he rest in peace.

Michael Czitrom

January 25, 2013

My deepest condolences to Bonnie and the Simon family on Stephen's sudden passing.
He was a remarkable man. His music making brought great joy, both to the audiences listening, and to those of us doing the playing.

The Rummel Family

January 24, 2013

Bonnie, Basil and Sebastian, we were so shocked and saddened at the news. We feel so blessed that Stephen touched our lives.

David Krayeski

January 24, 2013

I was shocked and saddened to hear this news please accept my deepest condolences. Anytime I hear a great pun, Stephen always comes to mind. Blessings...

Anne Wagner Dana Ono

January 24, 2013

We will forever picture Stephen in Antarctica, dressed in his tux and "conducting" an orchestra of bewildered Gentoos. A little of the brio has gone out of our lives. Bonnie, we are so sorry!

Susan Shephard

January 24, 2013

I was shocked and deeply saddened to hear of Stephen's death. Stephen was one of the most vital persons I ever knew. Love and condolences to the family.

Renee Heller

January 24, 2013

My deepest sympathy to all of you at this time of sorrow.

Jim Kirker

January 24, 2013

I am saddened by the news of Stephen's passing. As a conductor he was the real deal, a wonderful musician and person. Such a rare combination in the music world these days. I enjoyed the times we played music together. Condolences to Bonnie and their children from my wife Kaede and me.

Martha Weiss

January 24, 2013

Thanks for the wonderful musical experiences STEVE! We had a long run here in Washington. My condolences to Bonnie and the entire SIMON family.

Barbara Whitehead

January 24, 2013

My family and I are saddened by the loss of our dear neighbor and friend. Our condolences and love to the whole family.

Carol and Lou Vogus

January 23, 2013

We extend our deepest sympathy to your family, as loving friend of Jet, Glenn, and Katy. God Bless.

Patti Owen Schaffer

January 23, 2013

I am so saddened by the death of this wonderful, gifted and generous man, who played a special role in the life of my family. We are grieving.

Jim Jordan

January 23, 2013

Our prayers and condolences to Bonnie and the entire family at the sudden loss of Stephen. We are certainly grateful to have known him

Sandra Ward Povse

January 23, 2013

Sending you my condolences and love. Many great memories and kindnesses.
Sandy (Jon's mom)

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