DeLila May Simons passed away in Preston Idaho on November 22,2024. She was born to Leland and Grace Mickelsen on May 21,1932 in Bancroft Idaho. She was raised in the Bancroft area. She married Joel Simons on Jan 21,1951 and sealed in the Logan Temple in 1955. They resided in Chesterfield where they owned a ranch/farm operation. They had seven children.

For many years DeLila was found making and decorating cakes. She enjoyed sewing.

DeLila was an active member in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She served in the primary for 33 years,2 years as a ward missionary, young womens, served 60 years as a visiting teacher, and served in several Stake callings. Joel and DeLila served for 20 years at the Chesterfield Foundation.

She is survived by her children Jay, Leslie Simons of Kemmer Wy, Dennis ,LeAnn Frandsen of Chesterfield, Lyle Simons of Fort Bridger Wy, Dale ,Sharlene Simons of Grace Idaho, Shyrl, Colette Simons of Chesterfield Idaho, Joelene Jones of Filer Idaho, Grant, Tonya Simons of Chesterfield Idaho, Her sister Erma Banks of Chesterfield Id and sister-in-law Virginia Mickelsen of Boise Idaho.

She was proceeded in death by her husband Joel Simons, Parents Leland, Grace Mickelsen, eight siblings, grandson Timothy Lyle Simons,  Granddaughter Stephanie Lynn Hamp, Son in law Pete Jones, and grand son Porter Booth.

Funeral services will be Dec 2, 2024 at the Chesterfield Church with a viewing before the funeral 10:00-11:30am.

Special thanks to Caribou Memorial Assisted Living and the Franklin County Assisted Living in Preston Idaho.

The funeral will be broadcasted and may be watched by clicking the "watch video" tab below in the service section.