Larry Simon, 77 of Sturgis, South Dakota passed away with his wife at his side on August 19, 2024, following a long battle with colon cancer.
Larry was born to Harry and Mary Simon on August 17, 1947, in Belle Fourche, SD. He spent his childhood years in Spearfish, SD and graduated from Spearfish High School in 1966.Â
He volunteered to the US Army and was sent to Vietnam to join the 195th as a door gunner; helicopter crew chief.  Also, he was a member of Mac V Sog. Larry received the Air Medal
three times. He returned to the USA to be assigned funeral detail until his honorable discharge out of the Army.Â
Larry attended BHSC for several years and worked for the US Forest Service as a Ranger and Information Specialist, (he loved the Black Hills), Homestake, the VAMC, and many other
odd jobs.
He was a kind, thoughtful, and witty person who enjoyed talking to family, friends, and meeting people. Larry was an outdoorsman who was devoted to outdoor sports (favorite was fishing) and recreational activities. He loved nature and animals. Larry also liked to read, cook and reload ammo. He enjoyed life to the fullest.
Larry is survived by his wife, Patty; sister, Carol Coons (Prineville, OR); nieces, Renee Nixon (Chadron, NE), and Celina (Cory) Friesen of Terrebonne, OR; great nephew, Ryder; and numerous cousins.Â
He was predeceased by his parents. Cremation has taken place. He will be laid to rest at the Black Hills National Cemetery followed by a Celebration of Life to be announced at a later date.Â
Any Memorials may be made to local animal shelters.Â
Condolences may be sent online to www.blackhillsfuneralhome.com.
