Due to COVID-19, private funeral will be held at the convenience of the family. A public memorial will be held at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Lehman-Gregory Funeral Home Inc., 281 Chapel St., Swoyersville.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Michael Simko Foundation at www.simkolove.com; 100% of all donations will be put back into the local community through the Foundation and our partnership with the Luzerne County Foundation.

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Published by Times Leader from Dec. 8 to Dec. 9, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Simko

24 Entries

Heath Eddy

December 22, 2020

My condolences to the family. As Mike's former coworker, I can say I'll miss his smile and jovial sense of life.

Bruce Muchler

December 8, 2020

Anita I send my condolences to you and your family. I would often see Mike at the White House diner. We would always say hello to each other.

Lois Koval Carver

December 4, 2020

I have so many memories of Mike from back when I was just a kid. I remember him being so involved in the community, my dad was the borough secretary for many years and he spoke so kindly of Mike. I also remember so many Little League games that he coached when the boys were little. Our little town has lost a legacy. He will be deeply missed! My deepest condolences to Anita and the boys and his entire extended family!! Rest peacefully Mike, you will never be forgotten!!

Maybeth Nieczykowski

December 4, 2020

To the family of Mike i am sorry of his passing. I met Mike back when he was an owner of the Stadium Club .he was such a nice man. his smile was so infectious ,whenever i ran into him he had that big smile and we chatted for a few minutes ,,RIP Mike and fly high ,it was an honor to have known you .God Bless all of his family.

Karen Krashnak

December 4, 2020

To the Simko family my deepest condolences go out to you Mike was a great guy he gave me my first bartending / waitress job years ago at the Stadium club here it’s 31 years later and still saw his smiling face walk thru Murphy’s pub and still serving him ...He will be sadly missed

James Dennis

December 4, 2020

Mike was a GREAT FRIEND of mine. He helped West Wyoming get grants after the flood, helping his neighboring town out. He will be greatly missed. Deepest Sympathy to all the Simko's and their family members.

Clark,Carol & Christine Meyers

December 4, 2020

Dear Anita and family, we are so sorry for your loss. May God be with you and comfort you in this time.

Carl Innamorati

December 2, 2020

To the Simko family,

So sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure to share some conversations with Mike over the years. He was a great man. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.

Austin Ambosino

December 2, 2020

Anita & Family,
We were so sadden to hear of Mike's passing. Always a smile with a Happy face to match.
RIP friend.

Guy Leach

December 1, 2020

I had the pleasure to share an office with Mike for a few years while working for the same company back in the 90s. He spoke of his family often and was very proud of the boys. We enjoyed many laughs and sports discussions. Deepest condolences to the entire family.

Michelle Porter Wood

December 1, 2020

Deepest condolences to the Simko family. So sorry for your loss.

Nancy Janov

November 30, 2020

So sorry for your loss Anita and family. May God be with all of you and comfort you. He was a wonderful,caring person.

Diane And Tom Mucha

November 30, 2020

Our heartfelt sympathy to Anita and the Simko family. May God Bless you all in this time of sorrow. Rest In Peace Mike!

Judy/Warren Rosengrant

November 30, 2020

Sorry for your loss Anita & family. Worked at DBF with Mike many years. Always friendly & fun. He will be missed.

Tom McGrath

November 30, 2020

Deepest condolences to the Simko family I truly enjoyed Mike's company and will truly miss him.

Tom McGrath

Bernie Tkaczyk

November 30, 2020

Very sorry for your loss. I knew Mike(OXY) since we played Little League together. He was 12 and I was 10. We have remained friends throughout our lives. Our sons were friends and played baseball and soccer together when they were young. I have had the pleasure of knowing Anita for the last 35 years. Mike was a wonderful man, caring in every way. I remember bringing him a program from a Boston Red Sox game years ago. He acted like I gave him a piece of gold. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Michael Thomas Mondy

November 30, 2020

Dear Anita and The Entire Simko family. I am so sorry to hear about the sudden and unexpected passing of Michael. He was a guys guy, and there of not many of them left unfortunately. His laugh will be missed at the Whithouse diner and the Amber Lantern. Rest in Peace my friend.

Joe Osolnick

November 30, 2020

I'm sorry to hear about Mike. He will be missed and held with deepest regards.

Robert Schnee

November 30, 2020

So very sorry!! What a wonderful man we were privileged to have as a friend!! Our thoughts & prayers to your family!!
Robert & Jamie Schnee

pat manta gialanella

November 29, 2020

Condolences to Anita and the entire family. Rest in peace Mike prayers for all

Carmen Ambrosino

November 29, 2020

My life was truly enriched by having Mike Simko as my friend. I will treasure the time spent with Mike and he will live in my heart forever. His hearty laugh, gift of communication and story telling, and untiring devotion to family, friends and community are hallmarks by which he will be remembered. Your friend, Carmen Ambrosino

Charles Shields

November 29, 2020

I knew him from Swoyersville little league! He spent a lot of time with his team and other children who used his help to become better players ! He was always there to help others . He will be dearly missed! RIP !

William Rolland

November 29, 2020

To the Simko Family,

Mike was one of the nicest men I had the privilege of knowing. We enjoyed numerous conversations over many years at a local diner. He always exuded an optimism that made you feel good.

I pray the Lord will bless his family with the grace, mercy and peace they will need to heal from this great loss.

Karen Pirrelli Ryan

November 29, 2020

My heartfelt and sincerest sympathy to Anita and the entire Simko family. I have known Michael (Oxy), almost all my life, and witnessed the love bloom and blossom between him and Anita, which seems only like yesterday. I'm so sorry for your loss.

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