Leonard Luverne Simon

October 5, 1933 - September 9, 2026

Leonard (Len) Simon age 92 departed this life on September 9, 2026 in Nixa, Missouri. He was born on October 5,1933 to Nellie (Covel) and Edward Simon in Staples, Minnesota. He lived his life with strong faith and family beliefs. He loved traveling, being outside in the sunshine and spending time at his lake home with family and friends. He was an avid exerciser and kept a log of the many miles he walked and biked.

He was a proud American and considered it an honor to have served in the Navy. After discharge he started his career in International Falls, Minnesota working for Boise Cascade until he moved to Cottage Grove, Minnesota and became a shipping superintendent at North Star Steel. He later moved to Eagan, Minnesota until his retirement when he moved to Kimberling City, Missouri in 2000 and enjoyed living on Table Rock Lake. As a member of Our Lady of the Cove Catholic Church he became a very active parishioner meeting many new friends and volunteering on many committees.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife Margaret (Dahl) of 65 years, his parents, siblings Edward, Tom, Irene, Rose Marie, MaryNell, Gerald, Noella, Renee, Rodney and son-in-law Todd Olson.

He is survived by his daughters Michele Benedix (Galen) of Nixa, Missouri, Melissa Olson (Todd) of Isanti, Minnesota. Grandchildren Garrett Benedix, Katelyn Langford (Kyle), Hannah and Haley Olson. Great grandchildren Simon, Gunner and Brecklynn and brothers Frank Simon (Shirley) and Larry Simon (Bev) as well as many nieces and nephews.

He was a wonderful man who's life will be celebrated on Tuesday, September 15th at 10:00AM at Our Lady of the Cove Catholic Church in Kimberling City, Missouri. Luncheon to follow. Burial will take place at a later date at Resurrection Cemetery in Mendota Heights, Minnesota where he will join the love of his life, Margaret. May he rest in peace in Gods Kingdom.

Cremation was under the direction of Stumpff Funeral Home, Kimberling City, MO