Simon Amavisca Amavisca

Simon Amavisca passed away on March 30, 2026. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Graciela and his sons Raul, Marco and Simon Junior. Simon was the youngest and the last one left of 9 children born to Simon Sr. and Domitila Amavisca.

Simon was born on November 21, 1935. He was the youngest and last of 9 children from Simon Sr. and Domitila Amavisca. Simon Sr. served in the Constitutional Army during the Mexican Revolutionary War in the early 1900’s and the family later came to Arizona in the 1930’s.

Simon’s siblings preceded him in death: Guillermo, Romelia, Francisca, Manuela, Domitila, Angelina, Simon Jr (Simoncito) and Jose Lorenzo. His older brother, Simoncito, died tragically at the age of 4. He was later given the name Simon on his birth. His father passed away a few months before Simon was born.

Simon grew up working on farms. He graduated from Tolleson Union High School and later entered the US Army; he served in France for a few years doing telecommunications. After his regular army service, he started a career with Western Electric and retired there many years later.

He returned to military service with the US Army Reserve in the 348th Transportation Unit. The unit was activated and sent to Desert Storm in 1991. Later, his commitment to serving his fellow comrades was highlighted when he joined the Veterans of Foreign Robert Diaz Lopez Post 6310 in Tolleson, Arizona. He served in the Color Guard and Honor Guard for several years. He often provided military honors to his fallen comrades. Sometimes, he was given the responsibility of playing TAPS.

He constantly displayed his love for his family and relatives. His sons tagged him with the name “BIG GUY.” He enjoyed family gatherings- especially when there was food. Sometimes he scheduled a poker game with the guys. He won with a smile on his face. It was not so much about winning but more about the joy of having the family together.

Simon will be laid to rest in the Glendale Memorial Park Cemetery

Any donations can be made to VFW Post1433 or Hospice Of the Valley