Sutherland Shire Council observed a minute’s silence on Monday to honour Adam Simpson, the son of deputy mayor Steve Simpson, who died that day after a long illness.
Adam “Simmo” Simpson, 40, finally succumbed after a 15-year battle with a brain tumour.
A patient of renowned surgeon Dr Charlie Teo, Adam underwent four operations, had 12-18 months of chemotherapy and two lots of radiotherapy.
Cr Simpson said he and his wife Rhonda and their two daughters, Lisa Thomas and Michelle Long and their husbands, along with Adam’s many friends, were devastated.
Cr Simpson said Adam was a devoted Cronulla Sharks fan.
In recent weeks, despite being barely able to speak, he was greatly concerned about having a season ticket for next year.
”I bought it for him,” Cr Simpson said.
