Constance Yalonda Simon – Rostraver Township
On March 22, 2025, our beloved mother, Constance Yalonda Simon, was called home to be with the Lord. Constance lived a life rooted in faith, devoted to Christ and guided by the teachings of the holy Bible. She was a woman of unwavering belief in the love of the Lord. It shone through every aspect of her being and she found joy in the promise of eternal life. She shared her faith through kindness, compassion and an unyielding trust in God’s plan. Constance was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., on Feb. 8, 1935, to the late Mary and Joseph Faranda. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Tom Simon; and her sister, Rose Colombo; and brother, Joseph Faranda. She is survived by her children, Thomas Simon (Nina Stobaugh), Mary Simon-Lecates (Gerry Ammermon), George Simon, Rachel Simon (Michael Dugan) and Chad Simon (Kelly Simon); sister, Josephine Nicholas of the state of Washington; and brothers, Andrew Colombo of Florida, Michael Colombo of the state of Washington and John Colombo of Tennessee. She is also survived by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins. Constance, “Connie,” had an adventurous spirit that is illustrated by one of her favorite memories of growing up in New York City, when she would joyfully roller skate, and ride her bicycle through the streets as a young child. She had a deep love for reading her Bible, writing scripture, gardening, cooking, making crafts and finding beauty and creativity in everyday life. She especially cherished quiet mornings relaxing with a cigarette in one hand and a cup of coffee in the other. A simple pleasure that brought her great peace. Connie’s loyalty and unconditional love and devotion to her family no matter the trial or tribulation are well described in 2 Timothy 4:7. Paul, writing to Timothy declares, “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” These words perfectly illustrate who Connie was and what she represented to her family. She was the consistent rock that could always be counted on to be there in good times and in bad. She would always be there to support her family no matter the adversity. A private service and celebration of life will be held in the future in Connie’s honor. Arrangements have been entrusted to FERGUSON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY INC., 700 Broad Ave., Belle Vernon, 724-9295300, www.FergusonFuneralHomeandCrematory. com. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Washington City Mission for the Homeless, 84 West Wheeling St., Washington, PA 15301.
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