Jim Simon, 65, of Bridge City, passed away on August 3, 2021, in Port Arthur.
Funeral services will be held 10:00 a.m., Monday, August 9, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Orange.
Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Sunday, August 8, at Claybar Funeral Home in Bridge City.
Born in Port Arthur, Texas, on November 4, 1955, he was the son of D. E. Simon and Eva Mae (Girrard) Simon. Jim was a hardworking mechanic for BCISD before retiring after 30 years of service. However, that didn’t stop the need to keep his hands busy, after retiring he began to work for the county as a mechanic, additionally, he drove for Meals on Wheels and aided in the Disaster Relief during the hurricanes. Jim’s perfect day was a meal at The Waffle House, traveling all over, especially if there was a car show happening, and if he could get in time serving others that was the biggest bonus. He was an excellent cook, he enjoyed feeding anyone he could, the kind of man that never met a stranger and loved being generous, willing to give the shirt off his back to help someone. Jim was a huge family man as well, spending time with his loving wife of 44 years, or spending time with his family and friends that referred to him as “Hamburgers”. Jim will be deeply missed by all those that held him dear.
He was preceded in death by his parents, D. E. and Eva Mae Simon; and brothers, Arthur Simon, Steve Simon and John Simon.
He is survived by his loving wife, Linda Simon; children, Christina Richey and husband Patrick of Bridge City, Jessica Simon and J. D. Dixon of League City; grandchildren, Aiden Richey, Eva Richey, and Hayden Dixon; siblings, Raymond Simon and wife Betty of Orange, Chester Simon of Vidor, and Edward Simon and wife Vickie of Orange; as well as many nieces and nephews.
Serving as pallbearers will be Edward Simon, Raymond Simon, Chester Simon, Chad Simon, Patrick Richey, and James Broom. Honorary pallbearers are Aiden Richey and Hayden Dixon.
Condolences
Phyllis Neil
August 9, 2021
Phyllis Neil lit a candle in memory of Jim Simon
Cetha Haure
August 6, 2021
My love and prayers are with you Linda and girls. Jim was a good friend and co-worker to Johnny and I. He will be greatly missed.
With Love From Mike And Stacey Crumpler
August 6, 2021
With love from Mike and Stacey Crumpler purchased the Small Garden Dish for the family of Jim Simon.
Claybar Funeral Home
August 6, 2021
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Linda Payne
August 5, 2021
Linda Payne lit a candle in memory of Jim Simon
Anonymous
August 5, 2021
Large Basket Garden was purchased for the family of Jim Simon.
Karen Parrish Stevens
August 5, 2021
I am saddened to hear of Jim's passing. He was a good friend and fellow employee the time I drove for Bridge City. He had the best Gumbo. Linda you have our prayers. Karen
Beverly Spencer
August 5, 2021
Lampasas ISD Transportation would like to offer their condolences to Ms Linda and the family for the recent loss of your beloved one. We are lifting you up in prayer Ms Linda, may God bless you abundantly with peace and strength. Beverly Spencer Transportation Director Lampasas ISD
Kaaren Kline
August 5, 2021
Dear Linda and family, I was so sorry to learn of Jim's passing. I have fond memories of stopping to visit with both of you when I would drive by. Jim never failed to greet me and to chat. I will be thinking of you. Your neighbor, Kay Kline
Leslie Anderson
August 5, 2021
I am praying for you my sweet friend that God will give you peace and comfort like you have never had before. Jim was always so kind to me and he will be greatly missed. Love you my friend.
Millie Cates
August 4, 2021
My deep condolences to the family in this difficult time .. my prayers are with you