SIMANTON, Jill Anne (54) Died November 20, 2007 in Sherman Oaks, California after a long, courageous battle with lupus disease. Born January 16, 1953 in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Growing up in north suburban Chicago, Jill was an accomplished dancer and equestrian. She worked many years for the Stuntman's Association. After being diagnosed with lupus while still a young woman, Jill took up yoga as a way to heal from the crippling symptoms, eventually becoming a yoga instructor and inspiring many.