Born: December 2, 1954 - Deceased: January 21, 2020
Diane M. Simonin, nee Thompson, 65, of Belleville, IL, born Thursday, December 2, 1954 in East St. Louis, IL passed away Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at Memorial Hospital in Belleville, IL, surrounded by her loving family.
To put it simply, Diane was the best at everything she did, wife, mother, grandmother, friend, nurse, maker of diaper cakes and jello jigglers. She was quick with a smile and had a knack for making everyone feel special. She enjoyed trips to the casino for a quick thrill or long summer vacations with family and friends at the lake, but at the center of her universe was her family. She never did anything without her children and spent every waking moment she could with her grandkids.
Diane was a registered nurse at Memorial Hospital in the newborn nursery unit for 35 years and also worked at Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital in the neonatal unit. She received her nursing diploma at Jewish School of Nursing. She was a member of Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church in Belleville, IL.
She was preceded in death by her:
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- Parents: William D. and Dolores C., nee Karmazin, Thompson
Surviving are her:
- Husband: Scott L. Simonin of Belleville, IL
- Children
- Stacy L. (Kaci) Simonin of Belleville, IL
- Scott L. (Sara) Simonin of Belleville, IL
- Ryan Lee (Fiancée, Ashley Gray) Simonin of Belleville, IL
- Brothers
- William (Mary) Thompson of Naperville, IL
- Richard (Kim) Thompson of Millstadt, IL
- David (Fiancée, Michelle Jamruk) Thompson
- Grandchildren
- Jameson
- Thompson
- Wilson
- Many loving nieces and nephews
Memorials: Memorials may be made to Queen of Peace School, Cardinal Glennon Neonatal Unit or Tourette Association of America.
Visitation: Visitation from 4:00 – 8:00 pm, Sunday, January 26, 2020 at Kurrus Funeral Home in Belleville, IL.
Funeral: Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 am, Monday, January 27, 2020 at Queen of Peace Church in Belleville, IL, with Msgr. Jack McEvilly officiating. Interment will follow at Valhalla Gardens of Memory, Belleville, IL.
8 Comments
While I did not personally know Diane, I heard many wonderful things about her from her loving brother Bill. Her obituary confirms the impact she had on others, especially her family. My sincere condolences go out to her family at this difficult time.
Although we’d never met I’ve heard Bill speak of Diane and her wonderful family! Particularly tough to lose someone who has provide care for so many others. God bless her and her family!
Scott, Scotty, Stacy and Ryan,
I am deeply saddened by the great loss you and your family have suffered. My heart goes out to you in this trying time and may you, and your loved ones find the strength to get through this.
I would like to extend my condolences to the Simonin family . Diane RIP.
Ken Hipskind
Diane was one of the best of the best in the Nursery at Memorial and as a friend. I am deeply sorry for the loss not only to all her friends but more so, the tragic loss to her family whom I know she deeply loved. I will keep her in my prayers. Rest in peace dear one
in the company of Jesus.
Scott, Sara, Tommy and Jimmy, I am so sorry to hear of your dear mother/grandmother’s passing. I had many encounters with her and she was always such a lovely person,- humble and gracious. And yes, the jello jigglers were unforgettable! I will keep your family in my prayers.
SIncerely,
Mary Ann Frenking Blessed Sacrament School.
Scott and family, sorry to hear about Diane. We knew each other from Memorial Hospital. She was a very caring and compassionate nurse. May God bless you with happy memories.
To Scott and family:
It was with shock and heavy sadness that we learned of Diane’s passing. Our hearts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time. May the memory of her love give you all some comfort.
Our condolences