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William "Bill" Simpson

1941 - 2018

BORN

1941

DIED

2018

William Simpson Obituary

77, husband of Barbara; father of Bill (Heidi), Laura (Dave) Lynn, Steve, Beth (James) Ferguson, Barbara (Joel) Davenport, Kathy and Karyn McFarland; papa to Brittney, Samuel, Matthew, Luke, Elijah, Andrew, Jacob and Thomas "Charlie"; brother of Margaret (Bill) Bivin; additional blessings Megan, James, Grace and Logan Dolosic, Sarah, Mike, Eden and Elias Villafuente. Memorial Visitation from Noon until time of Memorial Service at 4PM at Crosswinds Church of Chicago 10835 S. Pulaski. Your love and prayers are appreciated in lieu of flowers or gifts. Info Heights Crematory (708) 755-0600

Published by Chicago Tribune on Aug. 9, 2018.
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On the day we became neighbors in 2003, we had just buried my own dad. I knew the moment I met you and Barb over the fence that afternoon, that God brought you into my familys lives as the most timely blessing. Our girls never knew what it felt like to have a Grandpa, but growing up with the kindest man ever next door gave them a sense of what a Grandpa must be like. Chris enjoyed your conversations so much and really cared about you. And I loved when our windows were open and I could hear the sound of you tinkering with your car when the weather was nice. Thank you for letting us be a part of your life. We will cherish our memories!

Therese, Chris, Ashley, Alyssa and Adison Zon

Neighbor

August 11, 2018

Beth, James, Elijah and family, Im so sorry to hear about your familys loss. Your dad sounds like he was an amazing man who was so loved. May you be supported through these difficult days ahead with the memories you had and love you shared with your dad and grandpa. Thinking of you... ❤

Colleen Amberg

Friend

August 11, 2018

Bill and Don were fast friends that shared many tales and adventures of their love for classic cars, and many summers of Cruise nights showing off their current cars.

I loved to see Bill, always ready with a smile, greet people, as they came in to church, whether he was an official Greeter or not.

Surely he will be missed by family, friends, and his car buddies.

May God's peace, love and comfort reign in your hearts.

don and marje gillies

don and marje Gillies

August 11, 2018

Beth, James, and Elijah Ferguson

Daughter

August 10, 2018

Beth, James, and Elijah Ferguson

Daughter

August 10, 2018

Beth, James, and Elijah Ferguson

Daughter

August 10, 2018

Thank you for being such an amazing dad and papa. The world needs more men of character and faith like you. We're going to miss you so much.

Beth, James, and Elijah Ferguson

Daughter

August 10, 2018

I love you Dad. Rest peacefully in Jesus arms.

Karyn McFarland

August 9, 2018

Dad always liked working on his cars.

William Simpson

Son

August 8, 2018

Our beautiful mema and papa. We will miss you ,Big Bill

Megan Dolosic

Family

August 8, 2018

Sarah, Mike, Eden and Elias Villafuerte

Family

August 8, 2018

Sarah, Mike, Eden and Elias Villafuerte

Family

August 8, 2018

Sarah, Mike, Eden and Elias Villafuerte

Family

August 8, 2018

You stepped into my life and offered comfort and support at a time when I felt very alone. You shared your home, your Holidays, your family and your faith with a caring and selfless heart and I'll forever be grateful. You'll truly be missed by our entire family but We'll see you again! We love you, "Big Bill".

Sarah, Mike, Eden and Elias Villafuerte

Family

August 8, 2018

Our sincere condolences on Bill's passing. We're blessed to have had the opportunity to know him. Keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers.

John & Kathy Dolosic

Friend

August 8, 2018

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Memorial Events
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11

Celebration of Life

12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Crosswinds Church of Chicago

10835 S. Pulaski, Chicago, IL

Aug

11

Memorial service

4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Crosswinds Church of Chicago

10835 S. Pulaski, Chicago, IL

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