Righteous · 17th century
Righteous Simeon of Verkhoturye
Also known as Simeon the Wonderworker
A nobleman who hid his status and lived as a poor wanderer, sewing garments for the needy without payment.
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Notes
Principal repose feast; the translation of his relics is commemorated Sep 12.
Sources: OCA Synaxarion (oca.org), Lives of the Saints