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Simon Kofford Obituary
Simon Leo Kofford was born February 18, 1998 and left us in a tragic drowning accident in Little Cottonwood Canyon Sunday, June 23, 2002. We loved him so much and will miss his energetic, smiling face every day of our lives. He liked to play in the backyard with his brothers and sisters and he liked popcorn, Trix yogurt, and bologna. Simon was fascinated with tools, machinery, and vehicles of all types. He often carried his tool box or his backpack filled with his camping gear. Trains and road building equipment were a passion. Life was an adventure to Simon. He always wanted to learn about everything around him, was insistent in his questioning, and enjoyed having books read to him. He is survived by his parents, Greg and Cynthia Kofford; brothers and sisters, Whitney, Max, Alex, Samantha, Miranda; many loving grandparents, uncles, aunts, and cousins. Please write down any memories you have of our sweet boy and record them at www.koffordbooks.com/simon. Pictures of Simon are also available on the website. The family is very grateful to the hundreds of volunteers who helped search for Simon and the generous outpouring of love and prayers from countless others. Services will be Wed. July 3, Crescent Stake Center, 10945 S. 1700 E, Sandy, 11 a.m. Friends may call Tues. July 2, 6-9 p.m. and Wed. July 3, 9-11 am at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Simon Kofford Memorial Fund at Zion's Bank or P.O. Box 1362 Draper, Utah 84020. All proceeds will go to the LDS Perpetual Education Fund. God be with us until we can be with you again in heaven our little one.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Simon Kofford
Susan Ahrens
July 11, 2002
We were staying in a resort in Little Cottonwood Canyon when your son was lost. As we drove by the searchers daily we prayed that they would find your son alive. After returning home, we keep track of the search and we found the obituary today. Our hearts go out to you all for your loss. Take comfort in our faith and that you will see your sweet child again.
Bob and Susan Ahrens
Sharon and Emmy Klint
LeeAnn Jones
July 4, 2002
Sorry to hear about the loss. I am from there and my mom sent me the news clipping. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and yours.
Frank and dora Smith
July 3, 2002
We are very sorry for your loss. We cried for Simon when they found him. Please know that you will be with him again at some time.
Shannon Hart
July 3, 2002
Dear Kofford Family:
The loss you have sustained is felt deeply farther than you can probably imagine. I have a son the same age as Simon. We live right next to a creek, and tragically, my worst nightmare has become your reality. My prayers and heartfelt sympathy are with you all.
God Bless
Debbie Fautin
July 3, 2002
Dear Kofford Family,
I want to express my saddness to your family at this time. I too have a boy the same age as Simon and the adventure and zest that these young boys have is unreal. I want you to know even though I do not know you that my heart truly breaks for you. I watched the news every night praying that they would find him wondering. I prayed faithfully that he would be returned to you as you wished. I know that you will be reunited with him again and thank goodness for the plan of salvation. Faith gets up through the hardest times of our lifes. I will keep your family in our prayers. May deepest sympathy in your major loss. (A caring person)
Chad and Kaye
July 3, 2002
Dear Kofford family,
Our hearts were heavy when hearing of your loss. Just KNOW Simon is with our Heavenly Father and in the arms of our saviour. May God bless you and give you the strength to endure this moment and know one day you will be together again. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, we were praying for a different outcome...
John & ReNee LaGant
July 2, 2002
To the Kofford Family,
We have been watching TV every day, hoping that little Simon would be found safe and back in your arms. We are saddened to hear of your great loss. We have children and grandchildren that resemble little Simon. We feel very much blessed for having these special spirits in our life and when we hear of your loss it makes us hug and hold onto to our children and grandchildren even more. Like you we have lost a boy in our family and we know what you are going through. May God bless you every day until you meet Simon again. John & ReNee
Bobbi
July 2, 2002
Dear Kofford Family,
I'm so sorry to hear about your son, I have lost a child too but I didn't have much time to watch her grow she was only mine to watch for 2 days. I wish we would of both been given longer with our children, but now they will not suffer earthly pain anymore even though we will miss them forever and wish things could of been different. God has plans and our children are apart of his plan.
Barbara Richey
July 2, 2002
Being from Utah, I look up Deseret News online every day to see the latest news and was saddened by your story. I am sorry for the loss you have experienced in your family. Hopefully knowing others are concerned for you will help you through this sorrowful time.
Harry & Beverly Williams
July 2, 2002
We are the parents of Raquel Williams. We heard of your loss and
we grieve for you.We know that your son is in very good hands and
will be well taken care of till you all meet again.
May God Bless Simon, even though I know he was blessed from the
day he came into your lives .You will always be blessed with his memories.
Suzanne Crockett
July 2, 2002
Dear Kofford Family,
I was visiting in Utah the day you lost your son and have read the paper daily following your story. I hoped for a different outcome for your family. May the Lord bless your family and bring peace and happiness in your home. What a special little boy you had.
Raquel Williams
July 2, 2002
Greg and Family,
My sincerous prayers are with you and your family at this time. I can remember sweet Simon when I visited your home to delivery paperwork to Greg. Angels come and touch the lives of all who encounter them and then they return home to our heavenly father. We never know the reason for thier breif presence nor understand the pain of the seperation, but we can remember and charish the joy they brought to our lives. As a mother of two children about Simons age, my heart goes out to you. May his memory stay with us always.
Raquel and Family
Shawna Harr
July 2, 2002
Dear Kofford family,
Our family followed the news reports of your little Simon, and we all felt such sorrow for your loss. May the Lord give you the strength and the courage to endure this mournful time in your lives, Our hearts and prayers are with you, I know through my faith that you will be with this little angel again, and that he is with you now, and forever.
Sarah And John Guggenheim
July 2, 2002
We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Just take comfort in the fact that Utah is with you in this time.
Tanya Noland
July 2, 2002
Dear Kofford Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our hearts and prayers are with you!
Justin Herman
July 2, 2002
Greg,
My condolences to you and your entire family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Debbie Cameron-Brown
July 2, 2002
To Simons Mom and Dad:
The loss of a child is something that no parent should have to ever endure. It is something that changes ever core of your being, as the pain is so overwhelming. I am so sorry for your loss of Simon. I too have lost a 4 year old named Holden. My little guy passed to heaven 5 years ago, and still my love is as strong as it ever was and my memories are every bit as fresh as if Holden was with me today. The Compassionate Friends is the reason I've been able to function again after his loss. I hope you will look this group up. There is a web site that you can obtain contact information and meeting locations from. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.
Leslie Chamberlain
July 2, 2002
May you live knowing you will be with beautiful little Simon again. My prayers and tears are with you.
Jody Jensen
July 2, 2002
Dear Kofford Family,
I lost my 5 year old son 4 1/2 years ago. I know the pain you feel. May God bring peace to your family. I was able to find help with a group called the Compassionate Friends where other parents that have lost children come together. My heart aches for what you have to go through. My prayers are with you.
George and Dot Hamer
July 2, 2002
Our hearts are so very heavy with grief for you and your family members. Please know of our sincere love and sympathy. We continue to keep you in our prayers. Much, much love...
Christina Carbone
July 2, 2002
Dear Kofford Family,
As the mother of a son named Simon your story really caught my attention. I'm so sorry for your loss, please know my thoughts and prayers are with your little Simon.
Janet Mitchell
July 2, 2002
My thoughts are prayers are with you. I have been following the Salt Lake Tribune regarding the search for E. Smart when I came upon the article on Simon. Today browsing the net, I found his obituary. May Gods peace and love of family and friends be with you today and always.
LeeAnne Lind
July 2, 2002
To Simon's Family: I am incredibly sorry for your loss. I don't know you but can only imagine how your hearts are breaking. God be with all of you as you get through this tragic time.
With deepest sympathy,
David Darnell
July 1, 2002
Greg;
My most heartfelt condolences at this time of your loss. No words of mine can ease the pain you must feel but know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
-David
Pattie Draper
July 1, 2002
I'm so very sorry for your loss. I looked through his pictures..I can see he brought you much joy. May our Father in Heaven comfort you in your time of need.
You'll be in my prayers. All my love.
Lyn McGuire
July 1, 2002
Dear Parents of Simon and Family, My prayers are with you at this time. I have lost 2 children to death. I know your heart aches. I do know how you feel. Other peoples prayers really do help you heal. My best to you. May God bless you. Love Lyn McGuire of Draper.
David & Lynda Richards
July 1, 2002
Your little Simon has touched the hearts of our entire family. His little life has made such an impact on ours in reading about him and seeing his pictures. My Brother Tom and his wife Page along with our entire family mourn his loss. Our love and prayers are with you everyday for the days ahead.
Camille Goddard
July 1, 2002
May God continue to be with your family through such a tragic loss of such a sweet boy. I have three sons, one of them being 4 years old. I cannot imagine what you're going through right now & pray that God will bless your family with comfort and peace of mind, knowing one day you will be with him again. May God Bless.
Lisa Sharp
July 1, 2002
Dear Parents of Simon:
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family everday even though I do not know you. I hope the lives of your other childern will be your lifeline to get through this tragedy. Best of wishes and may God be with you always.
Debbie Cameron-Brown
July 1, 2002
To Simons Family:
I am so sorry for the loss of your little boy. He is an adorable little guy. I have followed the news story and had prayed for a positive resolution. I too have had a child pass over to a world yet unknown to me. It has been a very difficult experinece that as a family we have endured. I think the thing that has helped me the very most is a support group called The Compassionate Friends. This is a self help support group for families who have experienced the death of a child, at any age, from any cause. There is a lot of information on the web site as far as meeting times, and locations, as well as contact information for others who can help and to be there to just listen. I hope that you will also find that others do understand, and are ready to be there to help, and to share their experiences of ways they have been helped to get through the most tragic of experiences. I am just so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers will be with your family.
Mary Agrelius
July 1, 2002
Cynthia,
My heart and avid prayers have been with you and your family from day one.
My love to all of you,
Mary
Catherine Peterson
July 1, 2002
I would just like to say that my thoughts and prayers go out to your family in a time like this. I have 3 children of my own, including a 4 year old and could never imagine the heartache and sorrow. I have followed this story since it began and I am glad to know that he is finally found. Good luck to the family and best wishes.
Cathy
Dale & JoLyn Fitzgerald
July 1, 2002
Our thoughts and our PRAYERS are with you in your tragic loss. We pray that you may be comforted in the knowledge of our Heavenly Father's love and His plan for little Simon Leo.
Tammy Tolman
July 1, 2002
Just wanted to take a moment to tell you that our thoughts and prayers our with you at this sad time. May Gods grace continue to carry your family through this storm. Tammy :)
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