Don William SEMON

January 13, 1956 - May 31, 2020

Don W. Semon, of St. Louis, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, May 31, 2020, at the age of 64. Loving son of the late Willis Eugene Semon and Iris Maxine Semon; Devoted father of Lindsey Nell Semon and Clark William Semon (fiancé, Allison Koehler); Former spouse and lifelong friend of Nancy Lynn Semon-Hefti (née Helstein); Dear brother to Gene Semon and the late Polly Anne Semon. Cherished by many nieces, nephews, and extended family. Talented cook, voracious reader, and lifelong learner, Don was loved by many. He was the funniest guy in the room, always ready with his quick wit and wry smile. Don served as a firefighter for the Community Protection District and owned a small business for decades. What made him most proud, though, was his children, Clark and Lindsey. He was a patient coach for their soccer, softball, and football teams, then became a devoted fan. He encouraged, he listened, he guided. Don was honest, he was kind, he was generous. He had a heart much bigger than he wanted you to think–a heart that will be in ours forever. Services are limited to graveside due to COVID-19, but all are welcome. Please join us Saturday, June 6 at 10:30 AM at St. Charles Memorial Gardens, Tranquility section (toward the back). In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the St. Charles City-County Library Foundation. The library meant so much to Don.