Gary Douglas Simon

Gary Douglas Simon, of Warren, Michigan, passed away on September 29, 2023 at the age of 78. Gary is the loving husband of his cherished bride, Jeanne, for 53 years; the adored father of Pennie (DeWitt) Tracy and Rodney (Lesley) Simon; the loving grandfather of Megan, Kaitlyn, and Madalyn; and the beloved brother of Art and the late Ron Simon. Gary proudly served his country during the Vietnam War as a Sergeant of the United States Army 2/1 Cav. After he returned from the Army, Gary worked as an industrial journeyman of Sheet Metal Local 292 for over 30 years. After his retirement, he stayed active in the Local 292, serving as the president of the retiree group, never missing a luncheon. After retirement, Gary also enjoyed getting together with his group of friends for luncheons; a group that has stayed close since childhood, from growing up in the neighborhood together to serving in Vietnam together. Gary always had a good, quick joke for any situation. Gary enjoyed golfing and vacationing at their property in Lexington, Michigan. He had a deeply rooted Christian faith. Gary was a proud member of the Metro Church of Christ, Sterling Heights. He often volunteered his time at the church and at the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 154, for various activities, including the food pantry at both locations. Above all, Gary deeply loved and cared for his family, especially his grandchildren. Gary's family will receive friends for visitation on Wednesday, October 4, 2023 from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., with a Vietnam Veteran's Pass and Review Service at 6:00 p.m. at the Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 8459 Hall Road (3 blocks East of Van Dyke), Utica. Gary's funeral service will be held on Thursday, October 5, at the Metro Church of Christ, 40100 Dodge Park Road, Sterling Heights, visitation from 10:00 a.m. until the time of his service at 11:00 a.m. Interment at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly, Michigan. In lieu of flowers, memorials are appreciated to Heart to Heart to Heart Hospice Foundation, Detroit IPC, 5990 N Adams Road, Troy, Michigan 48098 Please share a memory at www.SullivanFuneralDirectors.com

Gary Douglas Simon

August 26, 1945 - September 29, 2023