South Queens, NY - I offer my deepest condolences to the family and many friends of Lew Simon. A District Leader and Rockaway institution, Lew was a dedicated community leader and public servant who came to the aid of so many people in their time of need. He was a tireless advocate for a neighborhood that others overlooked, and we will remember him fondly for his consummate “Simon Says” column in the Wave. Lew leaves a lasting legacy on the very fabric of Southeast Queens, and the fruit of his labors will be felt for years to come.