Gertrude Jeanne Simon

Gertrude Jeanne Simon passed away peacefully surrounded by family on November 14, 2025 at the age of 91. Predeceased by her parents Hector and Lottie. Gertrude was a devoted wife, preceded in death by her beloved husband, Joseph Simon. Gertrude had a successful career as a Registered Nurse caring for others for 50 years. She loved spending time with her family hosting numerous holidays, birthdays and special occasions in her warm and cozy home. She also loved traveling with her husband Joseph on cruises and spending time with family traveling to Boyne Mountain and Turks & Caicos. Gertrude is survived by her four children, Mark (Anne), Patricia, Matthew (Nancy), David (Debbie). She adored her ten grandchildren, Mackenzie, Camryn, Shailee, Michael, Courtney, Christopher, Kathleen, Andrew (Sarah), Sydney and Katlyn and was especially proud to have one great grandchild, Amelia.

The funeral services will be held on Thursday, November 20, 2025 at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 21620 Greater Mack Ave, St. Clair Shores, MI 48080, US. The family will receive friends and family at 9:00 a.m. with Gertrude’s Urn present and the funeral mass to follow at 10:00 a.m.

In Lieu of flowers, the family of Gertrude Simon kindly request that donations be made to Michigan Parkinson Foundation https://parkinsonsmi.org/ or to the Alzheimer’s Association fundraiser sponsored by American House Grosse Pointe Cottage. Your generosity will honor Gertrude’s memory in a meaningful way and support vital programs, research and hope for families affected by Alzheimer’s.

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