Vincent J. Simon Sr., 93, passed away Sunday, March 20, 2022, in his home surrounded by his family. Vincent was born March 5, 1929, to George and Leona (Haas) Simon.
A lifelong Perrysburg resident, he graduated from Perrysburg High School in 1947, where he excelled in football and baseball, lettering in both sports.
Vincent proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. After his service was completed, Vince played for the Perrysburg Merchants baseball team.
Vincent married the love of his life, Dorothy Moore, on September 27, 1957. They shared 64 amazing years together. His love was always evident, as he would tell anyone that the secret to a long marriage was lots of affection and back rubs.
Vincent was a farmer, and worked and eventually retired from Libbey-Owens-Ford. He was a member of Knights of Columbus and was an active member at St. Rose Parish, where he served his entire life from an altar ∏ boy to an usher. Vincent was a golfer, bowler and hunter. Some of his favorite memories were summers in Clark Lake, Michigan, with his kids, grandkids, great-grandkids and friends. He enjoyed talking to just about everyone. He always had a joke or story to tell, and a smile to share. He also enjoyed spending time at the Rossford Recreation Center and senior center.
Vincent is survived by his children, Vincent J. (Kimberly) Simon Jr., Cynthia (Peter) Krogh, Thomas (Kim) Simon, William Simon and Jennifer (David) Chapman; grandchildren, Stephanie (Jon), Vincent (Bradlie) III, Eric (Rachel), Alex, Aaron (Laura), Ellen (Colin), Kyler, Anslie, Shelby, Mariah (Mike), Baleigh (Andrew), Ridge and Regan; 10 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Cyril, George, Helen, Genevieve, Margaret, Mary, Catherine and Richard.
Friends and family were received Wednesday, March 23, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Witzler-Shank-Walker Funeral Home, 222 East South Boundary Street, Perrysburg. A Funeral Mass was held Thursday, March 24, at 10:30 a.m., at St. Rose Catholic Church, 215 East Front Street, Perrysburg. Burial followed in St. Rose Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be made in Vincent’s name to St. Rose Catholic Church. Condolences may be made to the family online at walkerfuneralhomes.com. ∏