Richard E Simon, M.D.

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Richard Eugene Simon, M.D., a follower of Christ, passed to eternity on September 27, 2022, at the age of 72. He was born in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, to the late Kenneth R. and Arline Simon.

A family physician, Dr. Simon was a graduate of The Ohio State University, College of Medicine, where he also did his undergraduate work and was an Academic All American playing under the direction of Woody Hayes. A passionate Buckeye, Rick was an intense, hardworking, focused, and intelligent man. Medicine was an important part of his life, and he loved caring for his patients.

A devoted husband, father and grandfather, Rick cherished his family and prioritized their activities. A Renaissance man, he had a wide variety of interests including reading, gardening, photography, outdoor adventures, and cooking, as well as volunteering as a football coach for his sons’ team, the Granville Blue Aces. He was an Eagle Scout, life-long learner, and member of Spring Hills Baptist Church. He faithfully worked with prison ministries, his church, and the Emmaus community. With a twinkle in his eyes, he loved to tease and laugh.

Surviving are his wife and the love of his life of 50 years, Sandra; sons and daughters-in-law, Dan and Maggie Simon, Drew and April Simon, David and Marissa Simon, and Doug and Katelyn Simon; grandchildren, Riley, Ben, Andrew, Hadley, Lane and Crew; brothers, Ross Simon and Robert (Sue) Simon; and sisters-in-law Leslie (Larry) Snyder and Margo (Kit) Clark; and many nieces, nephews and life-long friends.

On Saturday, Oct 8, 2022, from 11-1p.m., the family will receive friends at Spring Hills Baptist Church, 1820 Newark Granville Road, Granville. A celebration of Rick’s life will follow with Rev. Tom Pound and Rev. Jeff Smith as celebrants. A private graveside service will be held at Maple Grove Cemetery in Granville.

Memorial contributions may be made to Spring Hills Baptist Church or Licking Memorial Health Foundation in memory of Dr. Richard Simon, 1320 West Main Street, Newark, OH 43055.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.mcpeekhoekstra.com.