Loving brother of Stjepan (Ruza, predeceased) and Anica Lavric (Boškan). Beloved uncle of Tanya Pavlak-Moore (Jim), Nancy Frketich (Dave), Slobodan (Mary) and Monika Lavric. Cherished great uncle of John (Kristin), Michael, Steven (Kristina), Erica (Sheldon), Mia, Emily, Adriana and Nina. Adored great-great uncle of Marko, Matthew and Martina.
Predeceased by his parents Marko and Pera, sister Matija and brothers Stanko and Jozo. Fondly remembered by many family and friends in Canada and Croatia.
Born in Grab, Hercegovina, Šimun immigrated to Canada in 1969 and settled in Hamilton. He was an active member of the Hamilton Croatia Sports Club. Avid bowler of the Croatian National Home Men’s Bowling League and member of CFU Lodge 644.
Visitation at Markey Dermody Funeral Home, 1774 King Street East, Hamilton on Monday, August 31 from 5-9 p.m. with Rosary at 7:30 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Cross Croatian Catholic Church, 1883 King Street East, Hamilton, on Tuesday, September 1 at 11 a.m. Burial to follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Burlington. Donations can be made to the Croatian Sports and Community Centre, Holy Cross Croatian Church or Diabetes Canada.
Forever loved, never forgotten and always in our hearts.
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