SIMKO
John F., Sr., age 88, on June 8, 2026, of Mays Landing, NJ, formerly of Southwest Philadelphia.
John dedicated more than 40 years of his career to Boeing, where he was a proud and active member of the Boeing Union Local. He cherished the friendships and camaraderie he built throughout the years, including his participation in the Boeing Bowling League.
A passionate Philadelphia sports fan, John faithfully followed all of his hometown teams and especially enjoyed cheering on Villanova Basketball. He also had a love for the card game Pinochle.
Predeceased by his wife, Rosanne (nee Bendas) Simko, his second wife, Joan (nee Jones) Simko, his children, John F., Jr. and Denise Ewing, his grandchildren, Lena Simko, his parents, Mary (nee Mezde) and John Simko, and his six siblings.
Survived by his and Rosanne son, Francis “Fran” (Diane), his grandchildren, Joe Ewing (Megan), Jen O’Neill (Shawn), Diana Willard, Maggie and Tim Alcorn, Ella Simko, and Maxine Simko, his 13 great-grandchildren, and many loving nieces and nephews.
Relatives & friends are invited to his Visitation, Monday, June 15th, 10:30 AM – 11:45 AM followed by his Memorial Service 12:00 NOON in the Main Chapel at the DAnjolell Memorial Home of Broomall, 2811 West Chester Pike, Broomall, PA 19008. Inurnment Saints Peter and Paul Cemetery.
ARR. DANJOLELL MEMORIAL HOME
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