Edward Louis Simon

MILFORD - Age 77, passed away February 7, 2024.

Born May 23, 1946 in Wilmington, DE, Ed was the son of the late Michael and Rose Simon. He graduated from the University of Delaware in 1968. Ed enlisted in the U. S. Army and served 2 years at Arlington National Cemetery as part of the honor guard. Ed worked for the Delaware Department of Labor for 32 years as a labor market analyst and eventually became the Chief of the Office of Labor Market Information. He was highly regarded and honored for his indepth knowledge of Delaware’s economic and labor needs.

Ed was an avid Philadelphia Phillies fan. He enjoyed attending games with family on Sunday afternoons. Ed particularly enjoyed the outdoors including walking and gardening.

He was past Treasurer of Adas Kodesch Shel Emeth Synagogue in Wilmington, President of the Montefiore Mutual Benefit Society of Delaware, and President of Seaside Jewish Community in Rehoboth Beach.

Ed was a lifelong resident of Wilmington, DE until moving to Milford, DE in 2003.

He was the beloved husband of Patricia Simon; father of Joel Simon (Alyssa); and grandfather of Ethan and Emily Simon.

Funeral services will be 12:00 pm, Monday, February 12, 2024 at Schoenberg Memorial Chapel, 519 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, DE 19809. Shiva will be observed 7:00 pm, Monday, February 12 at the late residence as well as 7:00 pm, Tuesday, February 13 at the home of Joel and Alyssa Simon. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Ed’s memory may be made to Seaside Jewish Community, P. O. Box 1472, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971.

SCHOENBERG MEMORIAL CHAPEL