Marguerite Simons

Micki Simons of Littleton passed away at her daughter’s home in East St. Johnsbury, Vt. on Sunday evening, July 24, 2016 at the age of 92.

She was born in Winston-Salem, North Carolina on Nov. 23, 1923, the daughter of Clarence and Dorothy (Glidden) Goble.  This past March she was predeceased by her husband, Ron Simons.  Micki was a graduate of Littleton High School

In her younger years Micki waitressed at the Horse and Hound Inn in Franconia; the Oxbow in Littleton and worked for many years at the former JJJ Discount Store on Main St. in Littleton.  She owned and operated the first clothing thrift store in Littleton on South St. She later worked for the Littleton School Supervisory Union; as a bookkeeper for Ralph Fogg, and later distributed magazines for Verham News.

Several years ago Micki was thrilled to receive a letter of appreciation from the Governor of NH John Lynch and the Adjutant General, Major Gen. William Reddel acknowledging her patriotism for having all five of her children, her husband and son-in-law serve in the military presented to Micki by Brig. Gen. Carolyn Protz-mann. Eighty five years of cumulative service was served by her family.

There was nothing in the craft realm that Micki didn’t do.  Her latest endeavors were paintings in oils, pastels, and watercolors, a talent she started in her mid-sixties and for which she was still taking lessons at the Littleton Senior Center. She received many awards for her artistic talents. Micki loved to read, loved the ocean and adored her Siamese cats.

She is survived by her five children: Clayton Dezan and his wife Ann of Wrightwood CA, Donald Dezan and wife Fumiko of Oceanside CA, Maurice Dezan of Springfield MA, Dyanna Thresher and husband Thaddeus of East St. Johnsbury, Scott Simons and wife Sandra of Merrimack NH; 9 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Micki will be deeply missed by her devoted children.

The family wishes to thank Dr. Mary Ready and her hospice team, especially Laura, RN and Chaplain Ann who treated Mom with such dignity, compassion, and love.

The family will observe her services privately.

Memorial contributions can be directed to Littleton Senior Center, 77 Riverglen Lane, Littleton NH 03561.

Memories and condolences may be shared privately at www.saylesfh.com.