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Gail Simons Obituary

SIMONS, GAIL COHOES - Gail T. Simons, 42, of Cohoes, died Friday September 2, 2011 at the Laural Lake Health Care Facility in Lee Mass. Born in Albany, she was the beloved daughter of the late Donald and Martha Conroy Simons. Gail was a life long area resident and graduated from Cohoes High School, Class of 1987. She was employed with Progressive Insurance in Albany as a claims adjuster. Gail enjoyed cruises but truly cherished the times spent with her family and friends. She is survived by her loving siblings, Carol L. (Bruce) Simons-Couture of Ballston Spa, Anne (David) Cotrona of Jay, NY and Donald M. Simons of Cohoes, adored niece and nephew, Sierra Cotrona and Simon Couture. She was predeceased by her brother David J. Simons. A funeral service will be held in the Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Ltd, 105 Vliet Blvd Cohoes Wednesday morning at 11:00 with Reverend D. Turnbull officiating. Relatives and friends are invited and may call at the funeral home Tuesday from 4-7 pm Interment will be in St. Agnes Cemetery, Menands.

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Published by The Record from Sep. 4 to Sep. 5, 2011.

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Walter Fisher

September 8, 2011

Carol, Anne and Donny, so so sorry to hear of your sister Gail passing. Please feel comfort in knowing Gail is now in safe hands and no longer in any pain. RIP Angel Gail!!!

September 8, 2011

No more pain No more tears

Rest my old friend

Maureen Rock

September 8, 2011

Carol and Family,

I am sorry for your loss. Gail certainly sounds like she is a wonderful person! My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dave Brant

September 7, 2011

Gail was part of the fantastic group that started at Progressive in the early 90's and one of the nicest. We had some good times and she will be greatly missed. Rest in Peace.

Kathy Bauer

September 6, 2011

We're so sorry. We are unable to attend the services but we are with you all in spirit. May your memories of Gail help you through this difficult time.

Amy Parker DeSorbo

September 6, 2011

May you be raised up to heaven on Eagle's Wings. Gail you will be missed, you were beuatiful inside and out...Rest in Peace.

christina murray

September 6, 2011

rest in peace you will be greatly missed

Crystal Allyn

September 6, 2011

So sorry for this loss...the world has lost a gentle soul...way to young. I hope you find peace in knowing that she is no longer suffering and that you will meet again, until then remember the good times and think of her fondly as I do. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.

September 6, 2011

REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND!

Paul & Stacey

September 6, 2011

Dear Anne, Carol & Don So sorry to hear about Gail. She was a wonderful Young Lady and will be missed by many! God Bless Her

Karen Kobasa Schulz

September 6, 2011

Annie, Carol, and Donny,
I have such fond memories of Gail when we were kids in the neighborhood. She was a good friend.

Lori Favreau-Williams

September 6, 2011

Anne, Carol, Donnie & family..I am very sorry to hear of your loss. You are a wonderful family and my heart goes out to you all. Thoughts & prayers.

September 6, 2011

The world lost a beautiful woman but Heaven gained an Angle. May you find peace knowing she is safe now.

William Simard

September 5, 2011

Gail was kind to me in High School, when few others were. She was right behind me every picture day. I will always remember her.

Shawn Morse

September 5, 2011

You never have friends like you did in high school. Gail was a great person and she will be truly missed by so many. We had so much fun during our days at CHS, I treasure them all.

May GOD Bless her and all that loved her.

Jill McLaughlin

September 5, 2011

Carol, Donny and family,
I am so very sorry to hear of Gail's passing. She was a wonderful girl with a very contagious personality. Wishing you and your families the strong focus on happy memories of Gail to carry you through this very sad time. My sincere condolences to all of you! God bless!

Bonnie & Lynn Wacksman

September 5, 2011

Carol and family,

So sorry to hear of the loss of your sister. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time

September 5, 2011

Sorry for your loss, I worked with Gail for many years at Progressive, then her sister became friends with my childhood friends in Plattsburgh....my heart goes out to you. Peggy Bryant McCue

KevO L

September 5, 2011

The light from a bright star has faded; may you now be at peace. My thoughts and prayers to the family in your time of sorrow.

Cissy Nealand

September 5, 2011

My thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathies

angie lupe

September 5, 2011

Donny and family,
I am very saddened to hear about Gail. I grew up in the house touching your backyard and then i worked with her at Progressive. What a kind and gentle soul she IS. I know that she is in a better place sharing giggles with everyone!
Donny, John and I share a two-family house in Troy. When you feel up to it, please email.

Tammy Nealand-Messier

September 5, 2011

To the Simons family, my deepest condolences, I went to school with Gail from elementry to high school. She was a beautiful person inside and out...I am so sorry for your loss....

Franki Luizzi

September 5, 2011

I miss you dearly & I will always love you & cherish all our wonderful memories!

My heart & prayers are with all your family & friends.

Denise Deitz-Morgan

September 5, 2011

Dear Carol, Annie and Donny,
My heart goes out to all of you in this time of sorrow, I hope you find peace knowing that Gail is home with her father, mother and brother and she is no longer suffering.
God Bless,
Denise Deitz-Morgan

September 5, 2011

We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you. Love Shelly and Karen

Nancy Robinson

September 5, 2011

Rest in peace my friend! Heaven just gained a very special angel!

I'll miss you!

Your friend Nancy Robinson

Nancy Robinson

September 5, 2011

To Gails Family & Friends!

I've known Gail for 14 years, she was a wonderful friend and co-worker! She always had a smile and could make you laugh when you needed it. I will never forget her and hope she rests in peace and knows how much she was loved by so many people. My thoughts and prayers are with you all! God bless her!

September 4, 2011

Anne

September 4, 2011

Carol and Anne,

I'm so sorry for your loss. I can't even imagine how heart broken you must be. May you find peace knowing she is no longer suffering.

Mary Jo Bush

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