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SIMONSEN: Hunter John “Baby Giraffe” of Goderich
Posted By Haskett Funeral Homes On March 7, 2025 @ 5:47 PM In Obituary,Seaforth | 39 Comments

On Friday, February 28, 2025, Hunter joined his dad, Tommy Simonsen, in heaven, after spending a glorious 16 years bringing joy and laughter to his family and friends. We were so lucky to have him to love while we did. He always lit up the room with his one-of-a-kind smile and huge dimples!
He will be forever missed by his mother Tabatha Simonsen, siblings Jordon and Amanda (Dykstra) Mair and their daughter Mia, Keagan Simonsen, step-siblings Morgan, Wyatt and Jackson Campbell; his Grandpa Matthew Mair and Step-Grandma Jen Shufelt, his Grandmother RoseAnn Simonsen and Great-Grandmother Mary Colson; his Uncle Bob Mair, Aunty Harriet Kemsley and their daughter Mabel; his Aunt Tracy and Uncle Greg Emmerton and cousins Christina and Wade Barker and their daughter Maeson, Carly and Graeme Thompson and their son Elijah, Nicole Emmerton and Corey Farrish and their children Ryder, Hadley and Ivy, Lindsay Emmerton and her daughter Adelyn; his favourite people Big Adam and Candice Bauer and their children Abigail and Landon; his Great-Aunt Sharon Bieber-Rollings and so, so many other family members and friends. Waiting with his father to greet him in heaven are Grandma Ruth Mair, and Grandfather Thomas Simonsen.
Cremation has taken place after a private family gathering. A Celebration of Life will take place in the Spring, when loved ones can gather in the outdoors that Hunter loved so much.
Donations to assist Hunter’s mother with costs made to [email protected] or to the Tanner Steffler Foundation in memory of Hunter would be much appreciated by the family.
So very sad to hear of Hunter’s passing. Heartfelt sympathy to Tabatha and all of Hunter’s family.
❤️❤️🫶🫶🫶🫶
Thinking of you all
Dearest Hunter; Finding words is an extremely difficult task to do at this tragic moment in time. Coming to the conclusion that you are gone has not been easy. We just wanted to say that Gary and I were honoured to have you working for us building fences last year. Many of the customers who met you commented on how kind, thoughtful and hardworking you were. Gary was proud to have you by his side during this time to teach and to mentor you. I thought you were just an all around great young man and hearing how customers were so impressed by you made me very proud to have you as our employee, even if for a short time. Your mom always spoke of you with so much love and gratitude for having you in her life. She and I shared stories of you and my son many times as you had so many similarities. Fly high Hunter. We’re never going to forget you honey.
Tabatha and family, the sadness we feel for you cuts through our souls. Forever saddened for you.
Jackie Walker & Gary Van Hell
To Tab and family
my heart breaks for what you are going through. thinking about you and sending my sympathy and hugs. May beautiful memories help ease the pain
Tab & family,
Deeply saddened to hear of Hunter’s passing. May the memories, pictures and support of those around you provide you strength and comfort as you navigate and grieve the loss of Hunter. Hunter was such a beautiful young man with many wonderful qualities and a big smile that could brighten ones day. Let me know if you need anything. Will continue to check in with you. Sending you much love and hugs.
Tab, Keagan, and family my deepest condolences go out to you. I pray for your hurting hearts to be given peace.
Hunter will forever shine in the hearts and memories of all whom he had contact with. May his beautiful smile and sweet memories bring you all comfort.
Hunter Rest in Peace in God’s Garden of Love Sincerely Jacquelyne Mitchell
Tabatha,
On behalf of your entire Community Living-Central Huron family, we extend our deepest condolences on the heartbreaking loss of your son, Hunter.
There are no words that can ease the pain you must be feeling, but please know that our thoughts are with you during this incredibly difficult time. We hope you find comfort in the love and support of those around you and in the cherished memories you hold of Hunter.
Deepest sympathies Rose Anne and all your families, no words to ease your pain .❤️❤️🩹❤️🩹❤️🩹. Rudy Mary
Our deepest sympathy. RIP Hunter
Sincere sympathy to all who knew and loved Hunter. May God grant peace and comfort and may the good memories bring joy during this difficult time.
So sorry for your loss Tab. My heart breaks for you. So sad that he had to go so young. But he was needed for a bigger mission with loved ones that past before him💜🙏RIP Hunter say hi to Ruth & Tommy up there 💜🤗
RoseAnn & Family
Sending our deepest sympathy. You are in our thoughts ❤️
Julie Kennedy & Jan Rutledge
Rose Ann we are so sorry to hear about Hunters passing ..You are in our thoughts and prayers..🙏 Mark and Kathy.
I am so sorry for your loss
His Grandfather, Tommy was a great friend to Harold and I. He spent a lot of time with us.
Harold and Tommy were in the trucking industry and did a lot of time fixing and driving trucks together. Since he was an only child he was like a brother to Harold. I’m so sorry to hear of his passing. I am so glad to hear of your love for life , your grandfather would also be very proud of you. Sorry I never knew you. Condolences to your family. I feel like I knew you through our friend Tommy. We lived in Staffa many years ago. I sent a picture to your family of Tom in the newspaper. Charlotte and Harold Parsons.
RoseAnn and family – my deepest sympathy at this time of loss. Cherish the wonderful memories, no one can take those away.
Rose Ann and Family. So sorry to hear of Hunter’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in the days a head. Thinking of you.
Hugs Wendy and Glen.
Those are all wonderful photos, Tab! Lots of treasured memories of Hunter. He was such a sweet boy.
We are so sorry for this devastating loss for your family. This is a pain & heartache like no other. I pray you & your extended family find comfort in your fun memories of Hunter & that you find joy in your heart once again, in time.
Sincerely,
Rick & Carolyn Powell & family
Dear RoseAnn, Tracy, Christina & Carly, sending sincere sympathy, thoughts and prayers at this sad and difficult time. May Hunter rest in peace and may you find comfort in cherished memories of him. 💕
i’m so sorry for the family’s loss my deepest condolences i hope his family has great memories of him keep the good ones not the bad ones
From one mother to another, I am thinking of you, Tab. (hugs)
I’ll bet Joey & Hunter are hanging out having fun learning about their new journey and surroundings.
I’m so grateful I was able to give Hunter his grad haircut. I remember he was grinning from ear to ear. I knew he liked it and was so pleased. 😊
You will be missed here, Hunter. Fly high…🪽💓
Sincere condolences on your great loss … from one mother’s heart…to another. <3
Sending hugs to the Family of Hunter, his beautiful smile says a lot about this young man. Hold on to each other for support and love, he will bring you comfort when you need it the most.
“Forever Free”
Dear Roseanne and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with u.
Love and prayers
Gwen Jamie and Sherry HUGILL
Dear Tabatha and family : There is nothing I can say to ease your heartbreak and sorrow. Just know we are sending you our love and thoughts. Hunter is with his dad Tommy and his grandmother my dear friend Ruth now and he will be surrounded by love.
Rest in paradise Hunter.
Wilma & Derrick Misner
My family would like to extend our sympathy for the loss of such a Beautiful Soul. You will always be in our prayer.
So very sorry for your loss of a wonderful young man
Deepest sympathy Tab and family at this very difficult time. Cherish the good memories and keep them close. RIP Hunter
George and Cathy
To the family of Hunter, thinking of you at this difficult time. Our love & prayers! Ron & Theresa Murray.
Deepest sympathy to you Tab and family at this very difficult time
Cherish the good memories & keep them close to your heart
Hunters smile was one of a kind that we will treasure
Hugs
Rose Ann and family
My heartfelt condolences to you on Hunter’s passing. May the love of your family and friends help you thru this unimaginable heartbreak. Cherish your memories
MaryLou Driscoll
To Tabatha and all those that loved Hunter,
I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved Hunter. My thoughts are with you.
With a heavy heart,
Sincerely Katie Robson
Roseann l am so deeply sorry to read about your grandson, you have dealt with with so much heartache, just know l am thinking of you! You are in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time ❤️🙏🙏🙏
Dear Roseann and Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Both my wife and I were deeply touched by your loss of this handsome young man
Hopefully some peace will come to you soon
Sylvia and Ken McGEE
Roseanne, we are so sorry for your loss of your grandson, Hunter. May the Blessings of Jesus be upon him and may our Blessed Mother wrap her mantle around you in your time of grief.
Wayne and Melita
RoseAnne and Hunters family, my sincere sympathy to you all on your loss of what sounds like a great young guy. May your memories of Hunter help you with your grief.
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Such a beautiful person to leave us too soon. Our prayers and thoughts to you and your family.