"Krasnowski family, I am really sorry for your loss. Simon, may you find peace and joy. And the family, my condolence to you and may you stay strong through this. "
In loving memory of
Simon E. Krasnowski
August 27, 1998 - December 20, 2017
Waunakee: Simon Krasnowski died unexpectedly on December 20, 2017, at the age of 19. Born on August 27, 1998 in Madison, Wisconsin, Simon was the son of Kris (Simonson) and Rick Krasnowski. He grew up in Waunakee, Wisconsin, and was a 2016 graduate of Waunakee High School where he played on the varsity tennis team. He was a sophomore at UW-Whitewater majoring in business.
Simon was a deep thinker with a tender heart. Always intellectually curious, he had a wide variety of interests from astrophysics to movies and loved engaging in a good philosophical discussion. An avid car guy, music-lover, long-boarder and outdoor enthusiast, Simon was most at home at the family cabin where we spent many happy days on the lake, around the fire, and in the woods. He worked at Milio's in Waunakee which he truly enjoyed and where he felt like a member of the family.
Simon is survived by his parents; loving brother Sam (Waunakee); grandparents Lynn and Ed Krasnowski (Waunakee) and grandfather Robert Simonson (Neenah); aunts and uncles Terri and Erik Simonson (De Pere) and Kaaren (Paras) Harrison and Ryan Harrison (Waunakee); cousins Kelsey and Riley Simonson, Sofia Paras, and Reagan, Nick and Lexi Harrison; and many other extended family members. He was preceded in death by his grandmother Shirley Simonson.
Simon was deeply, deeply loved and will be forever missed by his family and friends. He was a bright light and brought us so much joy. He lives on in our hearts in the arms of the Lord. We want to thank all of Simon's friends, work family, and the many others who have reached out to express their love and support. We are overwhelmed by your kindness and compassion.
A celebration of Simon's life will be held on Thursday, January 4, 2018 at Peace Lutheran Church, 701 S Century Ave, Waunakee, WI. Visitation will begin at 9:30 am with a memorial service at noon and a luncheon following. A memorial fund for Simon will be established. Please share a memory at www.CressFuneralService.com.
Winn-Cress Funeral Home
5785 Hwy Q
Waunakee, WI 53597
(608) 849-4513
Tributes
"Dear Kris and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I'm a junior and Whitewater and this past year I lost my best friend at the age of 19 as well. My thoughts and prayers are with you all and I hope this brings your family closer together. --Andrea "
"Dear Kris, I am so sad to hear about your son's demise. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May you and your family find peace and heal from your loss. Sincerely, Sri Mohan"
"Dear Kris and Family, Thinking of you during this difficult time. Peace and comfort to all of you. With sympathy, Jill Sobotta "
"Dear Kris and family I'm sorry for your of Simon. Simon was in the same exploring Wisconsin class I want you to know that you all are in my prayers. "
"Dear Kris and Family, I want you to know that you are all in my prayers! I hope you can find some peace in knowing that you now have an angel in HEAVEN!
Mark Weisensel"
"Kris and Family, I learned of your loss by some mutual High School friends. I was shocked and saddened by the loss of one so young and obviously so dear. I will keep you in my prayers...praying that peace and healing be yours. He is already at peace with our Father..."
"Kris and family, I'm so sorry to hear about your unexpected loss. Many thoughts and prayers are with you. Janell Keeter Schroeder "
"Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. I wish that we had remained closer over the years. It has been heartbreaking to hear of Simon's passing. We are here for you if you need anything1 Again our thoughts and prayers our with you and your entire family! "
"I haven't talked to Simon since graduation but the few classes we were in together in high school he was always one of the nicest and most enjoyable people to be in class with, my condolences to his family and friends "
"Krasnowski Family, I am so sorry for the loss of your precious son Simon. My daughter Jayne Kind and granddaughter Dani told me what a wonderful young man & friend he was. Sam, I am sorry for the loss of your brother. My granddaughter Alex is a classmate and friend of yours at UW Whitewater. My thought and prayers are with your family. Sharon Ziegler"
"Rick, Kris and Sam, our deepest sympathies! From our Basketball years together, to working with Simon last summer. He was nothing but class! He was a good kid and will be greatly missed by all! We are so sorry and you are in our thougts and prayers! Scott & Sheri Bauer and family!"
"Sending your family wishes for strength and peace during this difficult time. May your memories be a blessing. "
"We would like to express our deepest sympathy. May it help you to know that the hearts of others are deeply touched by your loss, take comfort in knowing that every single tear that falls from our eyes, doesn't escape our loving Heavenly Father's notice. He is aware of our pain and promised to end all suffering soon. Isaiah 25:8"
"Sadness!! Sending prayers of strength and positive healing energy during your grief!! Cherish the memories- The Farrer Family"
"Rick, Kris and Sam. We are so so sorry for your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We will cherish all the wonderful memories we have of Simon. The fun times we all shared over the years watching all our boys growing up together will never be forgotten. It warms our hearts that there is so much love and support for you and your family during these difficult times. We will always be there for you. Love you all. The Laniers- James, Cathy, Jacob & Jared"
"This is such a hard reality to grasp... Rick, Kris, Sam, and Simon were such a very big part of raising our kids in the family culdesac. We spent most days and nights when they were young riding bikes, playing baseball or kickball in the circle or having neighborhood get togethers and every morning at the bus stop corner with that sweet faced, handsome brown eyed boy. Kris and Rick are the kindest, good-natured, calm, wonderful parents that anyone could ask for and Sam - such a protective big brother. Simon was so very lucky to grow up in such a loving, supportive family - including grandparents and extended family. Rick, Kris, Sam and Family, Simon is very much a part of our fondest memories and I hope you are able to find comfort in those memories as well - especially reflecting upon what a wonderful life you provided for him. So much love and support for you all, Jay, Laura, Brandyn, Bryce and Meaghan Lliebe"
"The Kind's offer our sincere condolence and deepest sympathy on your loss of your amazing young man, Simon. Simon was always one of my favorite students as he loved to learn and loved to make me and his classmates laugh. Dani use to come home sharing Simon stories and enjoyed having him in her classes. May the outpouring of sympathy, the kind acts of friends and strangers and the comfort in knowing that your loss is felt by many, help you through this difficult time. HUGS"
"Dear Kris, Rick and Sam, Our deepest condolences are with you. We pray that you find comfort in the memories of your sweet Simon, and pray that he is resting peacefully in the arms of our Lord. Simon will be in our hearts forever. The Paradisin Family"