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Obituary For Lester Simon
Funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, November 14, 2025, at Zion Travelers Baptist Church, 1120 5th Street, Mamou, LA, for Mr. Lester Simon, Sr., 87, who entered eternal rest on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center Lafayette, LA. Interment will be held in St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery in Mamou, LA.
Pastor Allen Ben, Pastor of New Zion Missionary Baptist Church and Zion Travelers Baptist Church, will be officiating the funeral service.
Mr. Simon’s memories are being cherished by: his loving wife, Glenda Simon of Opelousas, LA; four sons, Lester (Charlotte) Simon, Jr. of Viera, FL, Wayne (Terasaki) Simon of Pearland, TX, Efron (Yolanda) Simon of Lake Charles, LA, and Frederick (Trisha) Simon of Houston, TX; six daughters, Juanetta Lockett, Bristle Shenell Simon (Cedric), Rene Simon (Paul), Paula Prudhomme (Minister Dwayne) all of Lake Charles, LA, Felecia Simon of Houston, TX, and Sheredia Bogan (Chad) of Shreveport, LA; one brother, Gilbert “June” (Kathy) Simon of Opelousas, LA; four sisters, Jerry Seriale of Pearland, TX, Cassie Howard and Rena Simon, both of Houston, TX, and Joyce Guillory of Mamou, LA; three special sons, Donald (Gloria) of Houston, TX, Lance (Kelly) Richter of Bossier City, LA, and Terral (Theresa) Thomas of Mamou, LA; two Godchildren, Derrell (Jade) Thomas and Jennifer Guillory Willimas; 36 grandchildren; 47 great grandchildren; and four great-great grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
He is preceded in death by: his parents, Felix and Sovelia Bradley Simon; five brothers, Frances Simon, Aton Simon, Walter Simon, Silton Simon, and LeRay Simon; and four sisters; Vivan Thomas, Annie Berth Neville, Flossie D. Simon, and Roberta Simon.
Visitation will be held on Friday, November 14, 2025, from 1:00 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. at Zion Travelers Baptist Church.
The family wishes to express their sincere thanks to Harold Forman and the Copper Crowne Equestrain Center family, Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center and Staff, and Oceans Healthcare Co-worker family.
Words of condolences may be expressed at fordandjosephfh.com
Ford and Joseph Funeral Home, 907 N. Market St., Opelousas, LA, (337) 942-6750, is in charge of arrangements.
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I will forever hold the sweet memory of you driving to Memphis, Tennessee, to visit us. Everyone was asleep, and my mom, Rene Simon, was at work. You told me, 'Let's go to the best breakfast place,' and I showed you how to get to Bryant's on Summer Avenue. We sat, ate, talked, and laughed together, creating a memory I will always treasure.
I am so grateful to have met you, spent time with you, and shared love and laughter with you. Every time we spoke, I would remind you, 'I'm Keisha, Rene's daughter,' because I never wanted you to forget me. Your kindness, warmth, and presence will forever remain in my heart may you rest peacefully. I'll never forget you 🩵
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May the Lord bring the Simon family comfort & healing hearts during this time of sorrow. #MemoriesAreHugs Allow the wonderful memories to bring you a hug & remind you of him, with a smile or even a laugh. Remember God's will is always correct; now let's make sure we get to have a good time with him later-AMEN We love you all with warmest regards LilJackie & Bear
May God continue to bless the family what a blessing Mr Lester treated me just like family may he rest in peace
To the family of Mr. Lester Simon
Fall 91 of the Seventeen Psionic Subtones of Kappa Kappa Psi and the Nine Nubian Nuances of Tau Beta Sigma and the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma Regional Alumni Association, we send our sincerest condolences to our beloved Tau Beta Sigma Sorority Sister Ms. Felecia Simon in the Celebration of Life of her beloved father Mr. Lester Simon. I hope you will understand although these words are few, Our sympathy is sincere and our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Just some words to let you know how much we care and the strength of God comforts you and your family in prayer. Psalms 73:26 "My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever."
Humbly submitted by the Fall 91 of the Seventeen Psionic Subtones of Kappa Kappa Psi and the Nine Nubian Nuances of Tau Beta Sigma and the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma Regional Alumni Association.
Mr. Christopher Giles, Chairman Mr. Vernon (Cooli) Crawford, President of Kappa Kappa Psi Ms. Patrice Morris, President of Tau Beta Sigma Ms. Morine Carroll, Treasurer
Prayers of comfort for all family and friends. Lester was a special man that treated Kelly, Jenna and myself like family. Always smiling and full of life. The first time I met Lester Sr. (1994-1995) he came to Great Falls MT to visit his son Lester who we met in the Air Force and taught me how to cook a sauce. Every time I cook sauce, gumbo, crawfish or eat a piece of boudin with some cracklins I think of him. We cherish our relationship with the entire Simon family and will miss Lester terribly. To see our names associated with Lester in the obituary was humbling to say the least, that was something I can't even begin to put into words. Godspeed old friend, the Richters.
Mr Lester treated everyone like family, and his smile lit up the room. Our prayers are with Effron, Yolanda & the whole family. RIP🙏
Our sincere condolences and prayers to the family.
God has brought home a very special Angel to spend Eternal Life with Him. May God give you, Mrs. Glenda and family, comfort and peace during your most difficult time of grief. Continued prayers for you all.
My thoughts and prayers are with you my sweet friend. May the good Lord give you strength and courage...
Our prayers go out to the Simon Family. May God give you comfort in lieu of your lost of a love ❤️ one Class of "81"
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I used to be in him and his wife Glenda's company, along with "June" and Kathy @ EvDowns to watch their horses race, or, watch horses that he or "June" trained. Then off to one of the EvDowns facilities for music and dancing. Mr. Lester really loved the zydeco music and dancing. He was smooth, very good at the dancing! RIP
My deepest condolences to Mr. Lester's loved ones, may his soul rest peacefully in heaven.
May Mr. Lester rest in peace. My condolences to Mrs. Glenda, his family and friends.
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