Simons, Margaret Betty

Rochester 9/22/22

Betty was born 9/14/1926 to Margaret and George Ziegler. She has now joined them to be with her husband Don and her Lord and Savior Jesus. She met her husband Don at the local USO during World War Two. They were married nearly 65 years when he passed away. For over 25 years they owned and operated the Gem Gallery in Webster, NY.

Upon retiring they spent their winters in Vero Beach, Florida. She is survived by her son Donald, daughter-in-law Nanette, grandson Nathan, beloved sister Arlene Leenhouts and many nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Service will be held at Edgewood Church, 111 E. Jefferson Rd., Pittsford NY on Saturday October 22, at 2 P.M. A reception will be held at the church immediately following the service

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Open Door Mission, 156 Plymouth Ave. North, Rochester NY 14608. 


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12 responses to “Simons, Margaret Betty”

  1. Susan Bartl Avatar
    Susan Bartl

    I met Betty and Don over30 years ago at Perinton Community Church and we became friends. We renewed that friendship in Vero Beach at Fisrt Church of God. She was a mentor who loved the Lord and was not shy about her faith. I am happy she is with Jesus now and we will meet again. We shared many wonderful times together. I will miss her. Prayers and condolences for the family.

    1. Donald Simons Avatar
      Donald Simons

      Susan, Thank you for your condolences. I know that my mother had many happy memories of her friendship with you. With much appreciation, her son Don.

  2. Nina Tryka Avatar
    Nina Tryka

    Betty was a joy to see each Sunday a.m. at Lighthouse Bible Baptist Church in Webster. She spoke so fondly of her departed husband and her only son Donald. She loved her years at the Gem Lab and often referred to it as her ‘ mission field’. So glad she now sees her Saviour face to face and has crown ready to throw at His feet! My sympathies to all

    1. Donald Simons Avatar
      Donald Simons

      Nina, Thank you so much for your condolences and comments. With much appreciation, her son Don.

  3. Margot Hughes Avatar
    Margot Hughes

    Betty and I were High School friends at Ben Franklin. Such great memories of happy school days and later with our spouses. Friends to the end. We will all see one another in Heaven!

    1. Donald Simons Avatar
      Donald Simons

      Margo, Thank you very much for your condolences. I know that my mother had many happy memories of her friendship with you throughout the years and valued your friendship greatly. With much appreciation, her son Don.

  4. Ted B Rivera Avatar
    Ted B Rivera

    Don–I am sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom….may she rest in peace and I hope you and Nancy are doing well—Ted Rivera

    1. Donald Simons Avatar
      Donald Simons

      Ted, Thank you very much for your condolences. With much appreciation, Don and Nan

  5. Mark VanWuyckhuyse Avatar
    Mark VanWuyckhuyse

    Don and Nan – very sorry for your loss!
    Your mom was a really nice lady and she will be missed!

    1. Donald Simons Avatar
      Donald Simons

      Mark, Thank you very much for your condolences. With much appreciation, Don and Nan

  6. Michele Smith Wallace Avatar
    Michele Smith Wallace

    Don, My condolences to you & your family. I have many fond memories of your Mom while I worked at The Gem Gallery for your parents.

    1. Donald Simons Avatar
      Donald Simons

      Michele, Thank you very much for your condolences. With much appreciation, Don