Francis J. Simon, 76, of Minocqua, WI formerly of Orland Park, IL passed away Sunday, August 5, 2007. Born February 16, 1931 in LaGrange, IL, the son of Michael and Marion Hengels Simon. Beloved husband of 52 years to the late Barbara J. Simon nee Fanning. Loving father of five daughters, Carol (Dan) Wolick, Judy Simon, Patty (Ray) warsaw, Nancy (Robert) Brady, and Karen Boulais, proud grandfather of twelve; great grandfather of four; dear brother of Michael Simon, John Simon, Marion Olson and the late Richard Simon. Veteran of the United States Marine Corp. Proud member of the Local 150 Operating Engineers for over 52 years.