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Patrick Prindiville
June 16, 2018
Goodbye Mr. Simpson, you will be greatly missed. You were a stalwart leader in the community, a giant among men, and a true legend of the Fox C-6 District. You were always there for the people that needed you, and your kindness and strong leadership will never be forgotten. Your legend will live on.
Mary Seward
February 10, 2018
You are blessed my precious friend, Richard, and beautiful and sweet Wanda, Ruth Ann and Leah Anne. You were all angels in my life at a time of need, especially Mr. Richard Simpson, Senior. My family respected your family as you were truly an inspiration to us, as well as the model of wholesome family values. Thank you Grandma and Grandpa Simpson for raising Richard, senior, to be a Christian, a boy scout, a patriot, an educator, and most fondly, a kind soul. May God bless your family always and surround you with angels of love in your time of need.
Mary Seward
Roy Hesser
January 10, 2018
May God's Angels open those Heavenly Gates wide for his soul, and may the Angels wrap their wings around friends and family to console them. Richard was such a wonderful man, the world is so much better because of him.
The Roy Hesser Family
Karen Wind
January 10, 2018
Sorry to hear of Richard's passing. I have many memories of him as the principal at Fox High School and as an active member of St. Mark Church. Our family much appreciated the kindness he showed our mother, especially in her later years when Richard and Wanda would go out of their way to pick her up so she could attend church. Sincerest condolences.
January 7, 2018
Ruth Ann, Breck and Family,
We are holding you all in our hearts and in our prayers.
Pat and Regina Edwards
Patti Soong
January 6, 2018
I am deeply saddened by the passing of Mr. Richard Simpson. It was my privilege and honor to work with him as his Secretary in the Administration Office of the Fox C-6 School District. He was always appreciative and supportive of me. He will be missed very much both in the District and the Arnold community. My sincere sympathy to all of his family.
January 6, 2018
On behalf of the Fox High School Class of 1974, we want to thank you for your dedication and leadership. As our Principal, you created a positive, respectful learning environment that supported student success!
With love and appreciation,
Paul and Richelle Zimmermann
Diana Dudkowski Diffey
January 5, 2018
Prayers to the Simpson family. RIP, you truly cared about your students.
Anita LaRosa
January 5, 2018
What can I say you knew me so well...thank you for being a great role model. I LOVED your kids and enjoyed each and every time I babysat them...All my love, Anita Britton LaRosa
January 5, 2018
with fond memories,
Sharon J. Smith
friend from St. Mark Church
Charlotte Pinnell '75
January 4, 2018
Mr. Simpson was a caring proud man. He didn't care if you were an A+ student he just cared that you were a student in his school and everything was alright with you. I have thought about him often since '75, he made an impact in my life.
Dona Turpin
January 4, 2018
We will miss Richard and the stories he told of his experiences. Most recently he commented that this frigid cold was nothing like Korea.
Terry Dankel
January 4, 2018
I remember him well from St. Mark's UCC. He was the most interesting Sunday school teacher I had. I enjoyed his stories about the Korean War as well. An all around great guy! Terry Dankel
Brenda Pizzo-Cassidy
January 4, 2018
Mr. Simpson was a wonderful principal. He was liked by the students he was over and also respected. Even though it has been many years I remember him so very well. So very sorry to miss seeing him again. My thoughts and prayers to his family
Jeannine Moore
January 4, 2018
My heart and prayers go out to you all. I just went thru this myself in October with my own dad, Mr Simpson was my principal at the his school. I graduated in 82 His son Rich was a good friend of mine.
Judy Zingsheim-Bellchamber
January 4, 2018
If ever there was an educator who left an everlasting impression behind, it was Richard Simpson. He never passed a student without an encouraging smile, greeting or handshake...no matter whether is was during his tenure at Fox or even afterwards as we all went well into adulthood. Thank you Sir for always having our backs and for your loving family, to lend you to us for generations to benefit from. Deepest sympathy for your great loss. Sincerely, Judy Zingsheim-Bellchamber 76 Fox grad
Donna Schneider
January 4, 2018
I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Simpson, he was truly a remarkable man. Both of my children (now grown) had Wanda in school and our son, Brett also had Ruth Ann. Our daughter, Kelly used to babysit for Ruth Ann's children. He was a pillar of the community and will be greatly missed. Prayers for you all are being said, and hugs are being sent.
Diane (Streckfuss) Laura
January 4, 2018
Sincerest condolences to the Simpson family on the loss of such a special, lovely man.
CORNELIU/S/CORNEY BECKER
January 4, 2018
EXCELLENT PERSON
Don and Lynn Wolf
January 4, 2018
Ruth Ann, we're sorry to hear about your dad. You and your family are in our prayers.
Ginger Santhuff-Borrini
January 3, 2018
To the family and friends of Mr. and Mrs. Simpson, my heart and prayers go out to you. Rich was a great neighbor. It won't be the same around here without him. May the love and support you receive help comfort you during this time.
Don and Marlene Scharpenburg
January 3, 2018
So sorry to hear about your Dad. Please accept our sympathy. We will not be able to attend the viewing but we will remember you in our prayers.
Fred Kohut
January 3, 2018
to the Simpson Family, I was privileged to know Rich, Sr. as my principle, a member of St. Mark UCC, and a member of the St. Mark Choir in which I direct. I have missed him the past few months. He had a wonderful Tenor voice with lots of range and had a great, but dry, sense of humor. Sometimes both were displayed at the same time. He once told my son, who sang Tenor in the church choir then, "I knew all the good students at Fox and all the bad students at Fox and I knew your dad real well." Rich, Thank you for all you did for your service to your country, the community, the Fox School District, and St. Mark UCC Church. I will miss a good friend and mentor.
Thomas Wilson
January 3, 2018
Mr. Simpson was one of the best teachers I had in school. He was instrumental in changing my outlook in life. He will be missed by those who knew him and I feel sorry for those who never had the chance.
January 3, 2018
Richard and Family: So sorry to hear about your father. Our sincere sympathy:
Karl and Delores Streckfuss
Kathleen Moder/Tucker
January 2, 2018
Mr. Rich Simpson was my teacher & he taught the first graduation class at Fox in '59-'60. We all looked up to him & he became more than just a teacher to all of us. He is & always will be a legendary icon in so many hearts & minds that ever met him. A walking dictionary of Arnold & remembered every person he met. He will never be forgotten. He was a family man besides. I extend my deepest sympathy to his family.
January 2, 2018
Sorry to hear of Rich's passing. We knew him for many years. Our prayers and thoughts are with the family.
Charles & I knew Rich because of our singing with the Metropolitan Singers years ago. He also took our wedding pictures at Senate Grove Methodist Church near New Haven, Missouri in September 1961. Very wonderful friend.
Charles and Carol Shaffer
Dennis Huffman
January 2, 2018
I was greatly saddened to hear of Mr. Simpson's passing. He was a good friend, a terrific mentor, and a great man. He will be missed by all.
Dennis Brown
January 2, 2018
Paula and Rich and family, sorry about Rich, he was in good spirits when saw him this past November. Hugs to all.
Anita Kensler
January 2, 2018
I am so very sorry to hear about the passing of such a wonderful man. I consider Richard Simpson to be a true icon in the Fox School District and the Arnold community. He was such a part of my life as a student growing up and as a teacher in this district. I am so VERY proud to be teaching at the school which is named after him. I am saddened by his loss, but it is nice to know we have an angel looking out for us. He is a true icon of what an educator should be and I am glad that I had the priviledge to have known him. Hugs to you all!!! Anita Kensler
Eugene Leitz
January 2, 2018
So very sad to hear of Mr. Simpson's passing. Truly enjoyed him as teacher, mentor and inspiration. His main concern was always for students and the school district. He surely found his passion in education. He will be missed by very many.
Don & Linda Siekmann
January 2, 2018
Rich and I sang together in the "Met" singers from 1955 until 1971 (when I left town) and became great and close friends. My wife, Linda was also part of our wonderful group for many years. Although I have haven't seen him in many years.....I STILL miss him
What a wonderful person and dedicated educator. I recall well being a judge at some science fairs for him at Arnold.
Wanda....may God keep you and your family in his loving care.
Gary Stoff, President St. Louis Metro Singers
January 2, 2018
So sorry to hear of Richard's passing. He was a beloved and dedicated member of the St. Louis Metro Singers and will be missed by all who had the pleasure of singing with him. He is undoubtedly now sharing his vocal talents with an angelic choir. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Simpson family.
Terri Hiller (75)
January 2, 2018
So sad to hear of Mr. Simpson's passing. He was a wonderful educator and a great man.
Kellyann Cox Stubblefield
January 2, 2018
Dear Wanda, Rich, Ruth Ann, and Leah Anne, I was very sad to hear of Richard's illness and passing. I pray you are able to celebrate all the things you loved about him, and you are all able to be together during this time. Much love and hugs to all.
Christine (Stamm 69) Marler
January 2, 2018
I was in shock hearing the passing of Mr. Simpson. He was just a part of Arnold, always at all the performances at Rickman & just at all events. He was such a book of knowledge in all he did. It was so good to have him as a principal in my high school years. He will be greatly missed.
Rudy Bini
January 2, 2018
To the Simpson family please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your love one. I had the pleasure of getting to know Rich while serving in the Fountains Men's Club. He was good and patriotic man.
Rudy Bini
Matt Farris
January 2, 2018
Richard was one of the best customers that Ive had I maintained all his trees at his residence he was like family to me he will be missed by all of us here at B&M tree service thanks for all the work RICH!
Shelley Chambers Niehaus
January 1, 2018
Dear Mrs. Simpson, Richard, Ruth Ann and Leah Ann,
I extend my deepest sympathy to you all. Mr. Simpson was a great teacher, friend and someone to look up to for guidance and was so easy to talk to. I enjoyed working at the school office, and during the summer at the school and my grandparents Margaret and Kenneth Chambers(both are gone now) thought the world of Mr. Simpson. Mr. Simpson has a lasting impact on our lives. Mr. Simpson did a lot for the school district. He will truly be missed. Love to you all Shelley Chambers Niehaus
Daniel Haumesser
January 1, 2018
Wanda, Rich, Ruth Ann, Leah Ann. So sorry to hear of Richs passing. Many many memories and all good. This place is surely less without him.
January 1, 2018
Dear Wanda, Richard, Ruth Ann, and Leah Ann,
We were so sorry to hear of Rich's passing. He was one in a million - a wonderful person and a giving Christian. All his goodness will live on in our memories. He is in our thoughts and prayers.
Paul and Martha Strifler
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