Angela and Brendan
We remember Simon as an amazing dad always playing with Georgina during our NCT meet ups. Our sincere condolences to Jo and Georgina wishing you health and strength. May his soul rest in peace.
Ray & Debbie
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead & loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
It was a great honour to have known Simon, his kindness and love for his family. xx
Bill McCarthy
I first met Simon in 2011 when he was working on the team developing analysis techniques and methodologies, and I was on the training delivery team. We worked closely together and became close professional colleagues and friends. Over the next few years, we collaborated on a number of projects, and this continued when Simon went to the Cabinet Office on secondment. Simon’s enthusiasm for his work, and passion for analysis was immediately evident to anyone who was fortunate to work with him. He was a consummate professional, determined to achieve the highest standards, while at the same time he was an absolute joy to work with. The term ‘Officer and Gentleman’ cannot be more aptly applied. I stayed in contact with Simon when he retired from the Civil Service and became a successful private consultant for the analysis community. I last met with him in October last year for a drink and catch up. I had never seen him more content, having achieved the exact balance between professional engagement and being a ‘stay at home’ dad. His loss at such a young age is a tragedy. I and all that knew him miss him, and our lives are richer for the experience of knowing him.
Donna Everest
In memory of a true gentleman & a delightful person. Simon lit up any day in the office.
James Crawford
I had the pleasure of working with Simon for a brief time in the Cabinet Office. He helped me settle into my new job and was always there for guidance and support. A hugely well respected member of the assessment community. His knowledge, professionalism and hard work helped us make a step change in the community. We will continue the great work he started. A true gentleman and a role model for us all.
Philip McCarty
Remembering a good colleague, a gentleman, a professional and such good company. With many condolences to Simon's many other friends and family.
Paul Jobling
Though Simon and I never worked together we were of the same DI and MoD family. I know only too well how important the work is of every member of our family to achieve the very vital goals of the organisation. Your contributions will have been immense. My deepest sympathy goes to Simons family and loved ones. Paul Jobling DISSOCIATION
Marc Brigginshaw
Simon, I have many fond memories of you from our time working together, and as friends. My fondest is when I came to visit you last June with Charlie in the Motorhome. You showed me around your beautiful garden and gave me two baby tomato plants to grow on my balcony. I had to keep them in the cup holders of the Motorhome for the rest of my holiday, but promptly planted them when I got home. As requested, I sent you regular picture updates, and much to my amazement they grew so fast they soon filled my balcony. They were the gift that kept on giving - I had enough baby tomatoes to feed me all summer and to give some to friends and family. Unfortunately, your crop was not so abundant that summer, but you still took such pleasure in hearing how mine were progressing. Thank you for encouraging me to have “green fingers” and welcoming me and Charlie to your home, even though Charlie got muddy footprints on your carpet after our walk! It was lovely to meet Jo and Georgina too.
Serena Parker
To Jo, Georgina and all your family. I send my heartfelt condolences. I am thinking of you at this very sad time. May Simon rest in peace. I remember with fondness all the fun we had and the hard work we did together at the MoD. With love from Serena
Jan and Bob de Gale
We have many happy memories of Simon, from working in your wonderful garden that he worked so hard to transform into such a beautiful space. I can picture him now, smiling, always ready for a chat, glass of white wine in hand. Engaging, warm, friendly, interested, interesting and very much part of the village at all the communal events.
It was always fascinating talking to him about work, and the Cabinet Office and he has left a remarkable legacy behind, which must make you so proud and is an incredible, inspiring achievement.
He was the most fantastic father to Georgina, and it is heartbreaking that he was taken away from you both so cruelly. We will talk of him fondly and do our best to keep his memory alive. We shall miss him.
I shall always think of him when the cheerful daffodils come out.
We send you both our love, strength and prayers.
Jan and Bob de Galexxxx
Anthony and Patricia Shillington
With much love and many happy memories of Simon from Anthony and Patricia
Amanda and Andrew Anderson
. This pandemic has shown us that people make this village special. It is very sad to lose someone who was such a valued part part of our village life . Our deepest condolences to Jo and Georgina x
Rachel Webborn
Simon was such an amazing Daddy to Georgina, she loved him so much. He will be so missed but always remembered so fondly.
David W Robson
Please accept my condolences. I have very fond memories of Simon from the time I was in Scottish Government and worked with him in Cabinet Office. He will be remembered by so many as kind, humourous and great company. A remarkable man.
Steve Hill
i want a biscuit first words Simon said on awakening in the morning in my mums living room. He was going into the navy the next day I believe. An evening at the pub followed by large glasses of red label we were all passed out. 1979.
Pam & John McCarthy
We remember many enjoyable occasions in Simon's company. In particularly the lovely day last October when we joined Simon, Jo and Georgina on a visit to the Cotswold Wildlife Park. Happy memories!
Love Pam, John and family
Neil, Yvonne, Esmé and Faye
Dear Joanne and Georgina, no words can describe how sorry we are for your loss. Our NCT gang will for always miss one member but sweet memories will last forever. Memories of our NCT weekend where we were taught about candles and massages, our Sunday morning coffee and play dates with the kids, but most important the memory we have from a fantastic, loving and caring dad, partner and friend. We will miss you. Neil, Yvonne, Esmé and Faye
Mona
I'll always remember Simon in dress Navy blues, loaning his sword to cut our wedding cake.
Sally Mahoney
Dear Jo, and all the family, I am so very sorry for loss, love to all xxx
Mark and Carolyn Tilbury
Such sad news, we shall miss you Simon. So many happy times together, it is hard not to smile at the memory of all those stories. Recalling Simon’s regular weekend trips home from Dartmouth just to take his mates out for a few beers and of course that unforgettable experience one New Year’s Eve towing Simon’s Triumph Spitfire back from Portsmouth to Maidenhead. Looking back at our wedding photos, there’s no question Simon, in full naval officer uniform, was indisputably the smartest dressed man on that day! A true friend of over 40 years. Love to Jo and Georgina, our thoughts are with you. Our heartfelt wishes, love Mark and Carolyn xx
Henry Rimmer
There are many happy memories; Simon's incredible ability to bond with the adult students we were teaching (in any country). Him enjoying doing a jigsaw on his tablet by the pool in Muscat with a pint within reach. Teaching me how to say 'mon brave' with confidence!
One of the happiest memories is seeing him haggle with a shopkeeper in Amman for a wooden nativity set he wanted to buy for Georgina. The shopkeeper was of course utterly won over by Simon's smile and gave him a hefty discount...
I am a better man because of Simon and he will inspire me always.
Helen and Matt Maunder
Dear Jo and family.
We cannot imagine how hard this must be for you all. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at such a difficult time. Best wishes, Helen, Matt, Josh and Ella x
Rachel and Matthew Green
Heartfelt thoughts go out to you Jo, Georgina and family at this incredibly difficult time. Simon and Jo came into our lives at a very special time, and we feel very lucky to have shared such a wonderful experience with a great man. He will be very sadly missed but never forgotten.
Nell and Jo
You are in our thoughts and prayers, with love Neil and Jo
Victoria and Dmitry
Jo, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Simon was a wonderful man: an exemplary father and a loving husband, but also a good friend to many. May God ease this painful period for you. Stay strong!
Jen & Guy Horstmann
To Jo & Georgina. We are sending you lots of love at this very sad time.
Amber always loved seeing Simon at nursery and would often run up to him with smiles and hugs (then her and Georgina would go on to cause a riot as we’d try to leave!!)
You’re all in our thoughts, stay strong. ❤️
Love Jen, Guy, Amber & Willow xxx
Liam and Trisha Ilbury
Simon was always cheerful and chatty whenever we would meet him and welcomed us into the village with a broad smile and a firm handshake. We will always remember him chasing after Georgina as she raced to her next ‘adventure’ and always with a smile. We will remember him as a friendly face and a good humoured neighbour and friend.
Karen Humphrey
An amazing husband to Jo and daddy to Georgina. Sending you lots of love at this very difficult time
Karen and Adam xx
Duncan
Simon is such a lovely chap. Someone with who you can spend hours with, both putting the world to rights and talking about nothing in particular all at the same time. We spent many a happy hour doing this at the Eagle & Child. Too infrequently as it turns out.
Orla Adam
One of the kindest people I know and a brilliant friend to my Dad.
I consider myself very lucky to have known Simon.
We will always miss you.
Jeannie Adam
Simon - a dear friend for so many years....until we meet again may God hold you in the palm of his hand.
Joanne Tudeman
Dear Jo and Georgina, I am thinking of you both and sending all my love to you. Simon was a great friend to me as well as a fantastic and talented colleague - supportive, professional and generous as well as kind and thoughtful. He always spoke of you both with pride and enormous love. I will always miss him and remember him with a smile . “ When you live in the hearts of those you love, remember then, you never die”.
Martin Latham
I am proud to be remain a "M8-T" of Simon's and fondly remember the occasional "put the World to rights" sessions. A truly generous man with his time and concern, with whom one would put all aside just to have the pleasure of his conversation. My desire is that the pain to you, Jo and Georgina, should be short-lived and for you to know that we are thinking of the three of you.
Sonia Modray
I knew Simon as a devoted family man. So happy and content with Jo and Georgina and making plans for his garden. He was an amazing father, and it was clear how much he adored Georgina. His face would light up when he spoke of her.
My warmest condolences Jo and Georgina and sending you much love at this saddest of times
Sonia xx
Sarah Oliver
I worked with Simon for a number of years, i will remember him for his professionalism, hard work, brilliant ideas and great humour. He made work days fun, and was a true gentleman. With many condolences to Simons family and other friends.
Emma Thompson
I first met Simon when I took my bosses on a work trip to PHIA and was struck by his enthusiasm and positive attitude. He followed this up when he set up his company and came across to deliver his training to my colleagues. He was not going to get rich from these events, but he always gave 100% and won many sceptics round, to the extent that they were in the process of giving him a contract that would have been more profitable. Outside of the work environment, I enjoyed his company tremendously he was enormously proud of being a Dad and clearly doted on Jo and Georgina. As many people have already said, a true gentlemen and I agree wholeheartedly, he will be greatly missed and my sincere condolences to Jo and Georgina. X
David & Sarah
Memories of Simon over the years
Carrying the Colours at Dartmouth
Pints in The Tower at Slapton
His cars, Spitfire and Alfa Rome
All those penguin photos from the South Atlantic
Long summer walks and laughs over lunch
Pimms and picnics at Henley
Picking apples in the orchard in the autumn
Always an Officer and a Gentleman
Going to miss you M80
John Murphy
Simon kindly delivered an analysis course on behalf of my company to six Malaysian students in 2019. He designed and delivered the course with such panache and professionalism that the senior analyst wanted him to train his colleagues in Malaysia. We were due to meet up for lunch when the awful diagnosis was fully understood.
My sincere condolences to Jo and Georgina during this difficult time. Simon was the perfect friend and colleague. He will be sorely missed.
Tobias
I had the great pleasure of working with Simon for the past two years. We taught a few analysis training courses in Morocco together. I learned so much from him that I know I will draw on for the rest of my career. Most importantly, however, I will remember the many chats over nice glasses of whiskey by the pool in our very strange hotel in the middle of the Moroccan desert. May he rest in peace!
Owain Gower
I first met Simon at the GIAT course in 2014 and I was struck by his passion, energy, enthusiasm and intelligence. I found his teaching style a lot of fun and his approach really worked with me. I then saw Simon sporadically at NPCC NAWG meetings and most recently when we met to discuss training. I liked Simon a lot and I know that you can be confident that he made a real difference in all of the ways he served and helped others.
Sam, Stuart, Georgiana and Jed
We first knew Simon as ‘Georgina’s daddy’, a friendly face we often saw in the corridor at nursery. His little girl Georgina became best of friends with our daughter Georgiana (of course – just to confuse the nursery staff we’d joke!), and we had the pleasure to get to know him and Jo better.
I recall last year we were sat outside in his and Jo’s beautiful garden at Easter time, sharing stories over a drink on a beautiful sunny day while Georgina, Georgiana and Amber played (and fought!) with one another. He was a keen gardener and clearly very proud of what he’d achieved with the garden, and rightly so! It was stunning. Simon and Jo even arranged a little Easter egg hunt for the girls, and they loved it. He absolutely doted on Georgina, and would do anything to put a smile on her face. He was a loving and dedicated father, as well as being full of the most interesting stories of his life in the navy. I am so sorry we will not get the opportunity to hear more.
I can’t imagine the pain of losing such a caring husband and father at such a young age, it feels so unfair and is absolutely heartbreaking. He clearly adored his girls, and I’m sure your heart is aching from both the injustice of it and the pain of his loss. I hope with time will come comfort from so many happy memories together. Sending our love xx
Gillian Atherton
I have known Simon in a professional capacity for a couple of years; I liked him enormously and was very grateful for his enthusiastic training inputs, peppered with little anecdotes about his family which he clearly adored. My team were very sad to learn of Simon's passing and will miss his genuine and intelligent demeanour. Sending very best wishes to Simon's family.
Joyce and Bob Holton
For Simon, a wonderful husband and father and a much loved son-in-law. You will be forever in our hearts.
Pam and Richard
Dear Simon
Always in our hearts.
Love Pam and Richard
John Coke
Simon was a lovely man, attentive and supportive; authoritative without imposing himself on others.
I pray for his soul, for Jo and for Georgina.
Stephen Hill
Simon at one of The Hill family parties, June 2000
Nicholas Abbott
Simon was more than simply a colleague. On the daily commute into, or more usually out of, London, we would share our challenges, views and a bit of gossip. He deserved a much happier and longer third career close to his beloved family. I will always be glad to have known him.
Iain Drennan
I worked with Simon in Cabinet Office and only just heard this news via a former colleague. So sorry for your loss - Simon was warm, wise, funny and a pleasure to work with.
Molly
Wonderful Simon, it has been over a year since you passed and still there is a big hole in our lives. Your kindness, courage and zest for life was just truly incredible. I miss spending time with you and sharing a wine. Always thinking of you. Jo and Georgina are making you so proud!