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Dr. Murray Simon, 85, Died; US Navy Lieutenant, Westport Dentist

Dr. Murray Simon, 85, passed away peacefully at home on Oct. 29, 2022. He was born on May 15, 1937 in Malden, MA, son of the late George and Anne Goldstein Simon.

He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Linda Simon; children, Julie Tracey (Mick), David Udell Simon (Cathi) and Daniel Aaron Simon (Evelyn); grandchildren Alix Thairuammit (Alexander), Claire Simon, Jake Tracey, Max Tracey and Sara Tracey.

Murray had many "faces". Most important was husband to Linda, father to his children and "playmate" to his grandchildren. He was a Lieutenant in the U.S. Navy, a dentist in Westport, Ct., and president of D/R/S Healthcare Consultants and on the Board of Temple Solel. He served as president of The Charlotte Gem & Mineral Club and was a volunteer at Atrium Healthcare - Pineville. Murray and Linda shared hobbies and interests in travel, magic and making fine art jewelry.

Memorial and graveside services for family and close friends was held at the Hebrew Cemetery Chapel 1801 Statesville Ave., Charlotte, NC on Friday, Nov. 4, 2022 at 11:00 am.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Heart Assoc. or to your favorite charity.

Published by Legacy Remembers from Oct. 31 to Nov. 6, 2022.