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Leslie Gay Sherick-Simons – Geauga Maple Leaf

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Leslie Gay Sherick-Simons passed away Aug. 21, 2021, after a battle with cancer at the age of 63.

She is survived by her husband, Jeffrey Simons, of 44 years; sisters, Jolene Owen (Sterling) and Geri Sherick; sister-in-law, Terri Bonasl (Donald), and their son, Peter; and brother-in-law, Michael Simons (Kathy), and their daughter, Katlyn.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Woody and Louise Sherick.

Leslie was born on April 29, 1958, in Seattle, Wash., and lived in Springfield before settling in Chardon. She graduated from high school in Springfield and continued her education, achieving three associates degrees.

Leslie was a devoted engineer and worked for R.V. Burc and NV5.

She enjoyed gardening, landscaping and cooking. She and Jeff loved being outdoors and traveling. She looked forward to Christmas, which was also her father’s birthday.

Her strong will and independent spirit will be dearly missed.

The family wishes to extend a special thank you to Hospice of the Western Reserve for all the help and care from their wonderful nurses and staff.

In lieu of flowers, please send a donation to Hospice House of the Western Reserve, P.O. Box 72101, Cleveland, OH 44121.

Cremation by DeJohn Crematory.

A private service will be held at a later date.

Arrangements entrusted to the DeJohn Funeral Home & Crematory of Chardon (formerly Ritondaro), 126 South St., Chardon. Online obituary and guestbook at www.DeJohnCares.com.