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Valeria Sophie Simones, age 77, of Greenville, passed away Friday, January 2, 2015 at her home under the loving care of her family and Spectrum Health Hospice. The daughter of Joseph & Angeline (Robak) Frencel, she was born on February 17, 1937 in East Chicago, Indiana.

She attended Roosevelt High School in East Chicago and on April 14, 1956, in Crown Point, Indiana, she married Myron Eugene Simones. Together they raised five children and enjoyed fourty-four years of marriage, until he passed away on September 25, 2000. She was also preceded in death by a grandson, Anthony Pariso in 1983; a great granddaughter, Ayleah Thompson in 1995; and by a son, Joseph Eugene Simones in 2008.

Valeria was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who delighted in feeding others and enjoyed spending time with family and friends over a good cup of coffee… and maybe a cigarette or two as well.

Surviving are her children, Rebecca & Frank Pariso of Hebron, Indiana, Brian & Penny Simones of Greenville, Daniel Simones of Gowen, and Ronald Simones of Greenville; nine grandchildren; fourteen great grandchildren (with two more on the way); two great-great grandchildren; three sisters, Julianne & Robert Tumolo of Palmyra, Virginia, Josephine Clark of Hartford, Wisconsin, and Dorothy Frencel of Portage, Indiana; siblings-in-law, Carol Schwamberger of Colorado, Donald & Ann Simones, and Jerry & Rosemary Simones, all of Ohio; and many nieces and nephews.

Honoring her wishes, private family services will be held and burial will take place at Forest Home Cemetery in the spring. For a more lasting tribute to Valeria, instead of flowers, the family suggests donations to your local food pantry (and Valeria would have appreciated you including a can of coffee in your donation).

To send a message of sympathy to the family, sign Valeria’s online guest book, or to share a favorite memory, please visit: www.ChristiansenCares.com Arrangements are entrusted to Christiansen Cremation & Funeral Care, Greenville.

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  1. Anonymous on January 2, 2015 at 12:00 am

    Guestbook

    01/08/2015 –

    angie

    I know I already signed this but I have to again I miss you so much busha I pray and talk to you everyday but its not the same I miss you so much there isn’t enough words in the world to say how much I love you. I am happy that your no longer in pain or suffering anymore but I still miss you. This is so hard for me to process still but I know u can see me and see how good I’m doing and finally get to see the twins miss you busha tell papa and uncle jooe I said hi and I love them too.
    01/06/2015 –

    Destiny Dowdell

    Busha was like a second grandma to me. I grew up with her grand daughter Angie and spent almost everyday at Busha’s when I was a kid. She was a loving woman and was very nice to say the least. It’s truly sad that she’s gone but may she rest in peace and never be forgotten.
    01/04/2015 –

    Paula

    Val was always my favorite neighbor. She was a strong lady, and a giver. She earned her huge angel wings. May her soul forever soar ! Our prayers and sympathies to each and every member of her family~ with love
    01/04/2015 –

    Katie
    God bless the Simones family with peace and strength as they reflect on Val’s life. Her wonderful personality shows through her family. Val will continue to “blanket” others with her hospitality as she looks over you. Sending our thoughts and prayers.
    01/04/2015 –

    Danielle Ferguson

    Dear Simones Family–I am so very sorry for your loss. I did not know Valeria, but Madison always spoke highly of her and loved and adored her deerly. I have learned through her that Valeria was a great woman and touched many hearts. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and that time will heal your saddened hearts.
    01/04/2015 –

    Joe and Gail dempsey
    We were so blessed to have Val care for our children as they grew up. She was a wonderful kind and simple women. We are reminded how time slips away and we should not put off until tomorrow by her passing. We are thankful she is no longer in pain and once again with loved ones in Heaven. We will see you again Val and until then…you enjoy those cigarettes and crochet God a beautiful blanket made just for him with your love.

    01/04/2015 –

    sharon christensen
    So very sorry. I like so many people remember sharing a cup of coffee with Val and my mom. She was such a kind gentle woman. I just know her and my mom are sharing coffee and laughs right now
    01/03/2015 –

    Pat Heynen

    Godspeed on your journey, Valeria. Your loved ones are waiting to greet you. I can never thank you enough for taking such loving care of my daughter.

    01/03/2015 –

    JON AND PATTI ELDRIDGE
    SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR MOTHERS PASSING. SHE IS IN GODS LOVING ARMS NOW..OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY..

    JON AND PATTI ELDRIDGE
    01/03/2015 –

    angie
    Sorry about the part about 5 grand children I red it wronge behind my tears I thought it was great grandchildren not great great grandchildren
    01/03/2015 –

    angie
    I love you busha I talked to you not to long ago and I will hold onto that moment for the rest of my life you raised and took the best care of me when my mother and father could not I don’t know where I would have been and a correction to the great grand children she has 5 great grand children with two on the way she loved them all. No matter what I will see u again and I will always talk to you because I know u n papa are in heaven and can hear everything I love you
    01/03/2015 –

    Natale Thompson

    Love you Busha. Till we meet again..

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