Colorado native Phyllis Ann Simonet, 56, died Monday, Dec. 5, 2005, in Durango. The cause of death was cancer.

She was born Jan. 24, 1949, in Denver to Lester and Emily Bright. After graduating from high school, she attended college in Colorado as well.

She married Donald George Simonet on June 7, 1994, in Durango. Mrs. Simonet worked at Mercy Medical Center for 15 years as a laboratory technician. She founded a business from her home called Rocky Mountain Fire Starters, which allowed her to travel.

“She simply loved people and helping others,” said her son, J.C. Jones. “As a result of her business travels, she was able to touch the hearts of both Durangoans and people elsewhere.” Mrs. Simonet enjoyed skiing, the outdoors and golf with girlfriends.

She is survived by her husband, Don Simonet of Durango; and her son J.C. Jones of Durango.

No services are planned at this time.

Durango CO Herald - dec 2005 - not a relative, no further info