John Simhauser ‘45 died July 28, 2020, in Pompano Beach, Florida. He was 96.

John served in the U.S. Army during World War II as an infantry rifleman in Germany and France. He studied business and met his first wife, the late Louise Tonigan ‘49, at Illinois Wesleyan. He later earned an MBA at The wharton School of the University of the University of Pennsylvania and a law degree from John Marshall Law School. John began his legal practice in Springfield, Illinois, in 1961 to become a partner in the firm Berry, Leighty, and Simhauser, where he practiced until his retirement. John served on the boards of the Macomb YMCA and public library, and was civically engaged throughout his life. John married his second wife in 1976 in Bushnell, Illinois. In 2000, they retired to Florida. Together, they enjoyed dancing, golfing, and social outings. John was preceded in death by his second wife. He is survived by 3 children, seven grandchildren, and a nephew.