Simon grew up in Dallas, Texas. Attended Skyline High School. He graduated from Camp Pendleton, CA, in September 1985. He served as a Field Medic. During his time of service, he was stationed in Japa

Simon grew up in Dallas, Texas. Attended Skyline High School. He graduated from Camp Pendleton, CA, in September 1985. He served as a Field Medic. During his time of service, he was stationed in Japan for several years. Simon was an enlisted soldier during the Gulf War and served his country for 7 years.Simon was Free Spirited, who marched to the beat of his own drum. Typically said what was on his mind and lived life as he saw fit. He was protective with those he cared about. His neighbor shared with me that he watched over her and made sure that she was safe. He would also inform her of any visitors when she was away. Simon enjoyed detailing vehicles, people watching, walks to Bachman Lake to feed the ducks, simple relaxing and watching movie on his 65" TV (his pride & joy). He enjoyed Peaceful & Reflective Solitariness. Military Achievements was Medical Transcribing while stationed in Japan.Service:Dallas Fort Worth National Cemetery2000 Mountain Creek ParkwayDallas, TX 75211Services Promptly @ 2:30 on June 18th, 2026Interment at Columbarium Niche "F"Simon is survived by his maternal grandmother Francisca Arizmendi (98y/o). Sisters Martha Espinoza, 2 nephews, 1 great nephew, and 2 great nieces. Dina Rodriguez and 1 nephew. Juana Gomez and 2 nieces, 3 nephews, and 3 great nephews. Adriana Rodriguez and 1 nice and 3 nephews. Stepfather Luther Orta. Uncles Gonzalo Arizmendi and Arturo (Paco) Fernandez, along with countless cousins.Simon is predeceased in death by his parents, Simon Rodriguez and Martha Otra, and three uncles, Francisco Rodriguez, Nicholas Rodriguez and Celedonio Arizmendi."His duty done, he rests now. / Through war's dark storm and the ocean's crest, / A sailor's soul finds peaceful rest."Verse: Palms 23The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.