Richard E. 'Dick' Simonson

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Simonson, Richard E. "Dick" age 86 of Burnsville, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2021. Survived by loving wife of 56 years, Irma; children, Kaari (John) Allen, Sonya McMichael and Rolf (Megan) Simonson; grandchildren, Andrew, Michael, Jett, Preston and Ben. Preceded in death by son, Eric and parents, Pearle and Evelyn. Dick was a veteran of the US Air Force. He was a graduate of the University of Wisconsin, Madison where he played football. He retired from Northwest Airlines after 29 years as a captain. He enjoyed skiing and golf, but most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family. Memorial service Monday, June 21, 1 PM at Christ Presbyterian Church, W 70th St at Hwy 100, Edina. Everyone is welcome to attend the service in person, respecting social distancing guidelines. Livestream of the service will be available at livestream.com/… Private interment Lakewood Cemetery. If you choose to remember Dick, you may do so at alz.org (Alzheimer's Assoc) Washburn-McReavy.com Edina Chapel 952-920-3996

Published on June 20, 2021