On Friday, January 8, 2010; beloved father of Dr. Mark Simko and wife Anita, Ellen Simko and husband Dr. Michael Bednarski, Robert Simko and wife Alison, John Simko and wife Patti Ann, Paul Simko and wife Kim; cherished grandfather of Alex, Sara, Lucy, Theo, Katie, and Zachary Simko, Evan and Lucas Simko-Bednarski; dear brother-in-law of Dorothy Simko; also survived by his best friend Mary Kimak and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held from the BAYONNE MEMORIAL HOME, INC. Interment, Holy Cross Cemetery, North Arlington.