Special Memorial Tribute to Sim, from his dear friend, Alan 2/15/15.
We all came here today to celebrate the life of Simeon Lee. What can one say about Sim that others have not said before?
Sim and I have been friends for only 5 years but in that short time he has inspired and influenced me in ways that I would never have imagined. I believe that we do not choose our friends they choose us…how lucky for me.
Sim always approached life full of gusto,
Always first for his family and friends.
Always first to greet others with a smile and if lucky a comment using his witty charm
Always first to give of himself whether by giving of his time or through philanthropic means.
Always first on the tee box to encourage his fellow golfers… sometimes again with his witty comments.
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If I could summarize a motto I would have for Sim :
Family, Love, Laughter, Humility and Humanity
What a role model for others to live ones life by.
As I got closer to the family I saw that this was really a family motto that probably started with his parents and his siblings and now has been passed down to his children and grandchildren and all future generations. This family truly is one the most loving and giving families I have ever met.
Sim always had courage throughout his illness but he always told me that was possible due to family and friends who were always there to allow him his dignity and the ability to be at home surrounded by love and support and to live his life on his own terms. Joyce, Celine, Julie, Arlene, Dick, Tonya, Kevin and everyone of his extended family Sim loved you all for all you did for him. Thank You all for sharing Sim with all of us.
Sim we love you and we will miss you, you made all of our lives better.
This is not goodbye but until we see each other again..
One other thing Sim please remember to yell out fore, not oops or mulligan if you are on the tee box and shank one! Alan Barry