Edward J. Simas

Edward J. Simas of Eltingville passed away on Thursday, November 11, 2021, at the age of 91, at home, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y. to the late Antonio and Mary, Edward obtained his Bachelor's degree from Pace University. He was known for his diligence, working two jobs -- a purchasing officer for Ingersoll Rand and Macy's as a floor manager. He was a corporal in the United States Marine Corps, serving stateside during the Korean War.

"I was blessed to live close to my father, where I could visit him whenever I could throughout the years for birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, and small occasions," said his son, Scott. "There would be a gleam in his eyes and a smile draped across his face the moment he would see my kids, Kayla and Troy. Especially our dog, Romo, who was his 'roommate' for a week each summer."

In his leisure time, he enjoyed reading mystery novels, doing word puzzles, and he prided himself on the fact that he excelled in completing the crossword puzzle in the New York Times. He enjoyed watching sports, but he was most partial to the Chicago Bears and his beloved New York Yankees.

"No matter what stage his health was in the recent years, he constantly showed his caring nature for others by always asking about my family, never worrying about his own health," said his daughter-in-law, Gina Navarino-Simas.

Aside from his parents, Edward is predeceased by his siblings, Mary and Anthony.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 64 years Maureen nee Ellis. His children, Stephen (Doran), Donna Bauerlein (Karl), Kevin (Ellen), Keith (Maria), Scott (Gina), and Dawn Perry (John).

He is also survived by his 13 grandchildren, a great-grandson, and several nieces and nephews.

A gathering of family and friends will take place on Tuesday morning from 8:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. at the John Vincent Scalia Home For Funerals, Inc. 28 Eltingville Blvd.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at Our Lady Star Star of the Sea Church, Huguenot, at 11:15 a.m. Interment will follow at Resurrection Cemetery with
Military Honors.

Contributions in Edward's memory can be made to either St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or to Fr. Flanagan's Boys Town.