Guenther William

Simon III

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his passing marks the close of that life and the enduring memory of a man whose name will be remembered by those who knew and loved him.

Guenther William Simon III, entered into Eternal Rest on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at the age of 90.

Born on September 2, 1936, in San Antonio, Texas to Guenther William Simon Jr and Mary Ann Muhs Simon. Guenther carried a long life that spanned nine decades. His passing marks the close of that life and the enduring memory of a man whose name will be remembered by those who knew and loved him. Guenther was head of the Research and Development for Swearingen and Fairchild Aviation. He enjoyed wood working, especially making clocks and race cars.

Guenther was preceded in death by his wife, of 63 years, Geraldine Simon; daughter-in-law, Mary Simon; his parents and seven siblings. He is survived by his loving children, William "Bill" Simon and wife Gayle, Pam Lape and husband David, Jan Marbach and husband Clyde, Ray Simon and wife Natalie, Mary Archey and husband Ollie, Eddie Simon, Donna Simon, Ann Drzymala and husband Robert; twelve grandchildren; seventeen great grandchildren, plus three on the way; Brother-in-law, Gordon Young; also numerous nieces and nephews.

Services will be held on Friday, November 20th at St. Jerome Catholic Church. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., with a Rosary to be recited at 10:00 a.m. A Celebration of Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Interment will follow in St. Jerome Catholic Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Bryan Burger, Jr., Eddie Simon, Jr., Ross Burger, Garrett Wollam, Dominic Simon, James Simon and Robert Drzymala, Jr.

As family and friends reflect on his life, they honor the years he lived and the place he held in their hearts. May his memory bring comfort to all who mourn his death and gratitude for the time they shared with him.