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William "Wild Bill" Mirtzell Simpson
1947 - 2024
BORN
1947
DIED
2024
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William "Wild Bill" Simpson Obituary
William "Wild Bill" Mirtzell Simpson, 76, passed away on March 7, 2024. He was born on July 24, 1947 in Bearden, AR to Mirtzell and Sarah Ann Seale Simpson. William was a Deacon at Calvary Baptist Church and loved talking with people about salvation. He was a Volunteer Fire Chief at the East Camden Fire Department. He enjoyed woodworking, but is greatest joy was spending time with his family.
William is preceded in death by his parents; his daughter, Kimberly Johnson; sister, Brenda Braswell. He is survived by his wife Francis Simpson of East Camden, AR; his Daughter, Kristie McClellan and her husband, Daryl of Camden, AR; five grandchildren, Victoria Willis and her husband, Donovan, Andrew Simpson and his wife, Arika, Alexandria Camp and her husband, Tyler, Angelica Laurelez, and Chloe Lopez and her husband, Adrian; numerous great-grandchildren; sister Virginia Eastwood and her husband, Richard of Hot Springs, AR; and a host of family and friends.
A graveside service will be held at Chapel Hill Cemetery at Sparkman at 2:00PM on Wednesday, March 13, 2024. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 from 5:00PM-7:00PM at Proctor Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Calvary Baptist Church.
Memories and Condolences
for William "Wild Bill" Simpson
22 Entries
Rebecca Ferguson
July 18, 2025
So sorry Fran he always was nice n had a big smile love to u an christy
Dave and Kathy Webb
March 14, 2024
Our thoughts and prayers are with families of their loss. Pleasure of knowing Bill for many years as employee at General Dynamics and friends. He will be missed by many people. May God be with you all for comfort and strength.
Debbie Davis Nussey
March 13, 2024
My condolences to the family. Always enjoyed working with Bill at General Dynamics. He was one of the good guys.
Krystal Edwards
March 13, 2024
Prayers for Kristie & the rest of her family. I enjoyed listening to stories of mom & dad!
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TESSA WILSON
March 9, 2024
Fran, I am so sorry to hear about Bill. He always had a humble spirit and a godly attitude, and he will be missed by so many people that had the privilege to meet and know him. When he would come to the bank, he would talk about you and the girls, and he was so proud of each one of you. His face would light up as he talked about you. You and your family will be in my heart and prayers, and I specifically pray for God's comfort and peace in the following days ahead of you.
Jerry Doughty
March 9, 2024
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Charlotte Johnson
March 9, 2024
I am so sorry to hear of Bill passing! He was really a good man that loved the Lord and talked about his salvation a lot! Fran , I’m praying for you and the family during the coming days but one thing about it, we know he is having a good time with his Lord!!
Linda Johnson
March 8, 2024
I have known Fran and Bill since 1974. My family and Fran, Bill and kids hung out together on vacations and weekends when they lived in Little Rock. Then when Fran and Bill moved out of Little Rock to East Camden we stayed in contact till this day or year 2024. Bill and Fran are good friends to us. My kids grew up with Kristie and Kimberly. I will miss Bill and his laugh! My heart goes out to Fran and family. I love you guys.
Jerry & Debby Billins
March 8, 2024
So sorry to hear about the loss of Bill. His family is in our prayers!
Rebecca Ferguson
March 8, 2024
I’m so very sorry Fran u an Bill were good friends to me while I lived in east Camden praying for u an Kristy
Wendy Hines
March 8, 2024
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Kenny and Terri Rowland
March 8, 2024
Our thoughts and many prayers for family and friends.
Wayne and Phyllis Greer
March 8, 2024
Fran, so sorry to hear about Mr. Simpson passing away. He was a nice man and we know you will miss him so much. May God’s strong arms hold you through this difficult time. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Falesa Moore
March 8, 2024
My condolences to the family so sorry for your loss.
Wayne Buckner
March 8, 2024
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Nelda Calley
March 8, 2024
My condolences to you and your family, Fran. I am so sorry for your loss of Bill.
Herb & Karen Mefford
March 8, 2024
Fran, Kristie and family sorry for your loss of Bill our sincerest condolences. You and your family are in our prayers.
Pam Gossett
March 8, 2024
Dear Frances, Kristie and family,
I am so sorry for your loss of Bill. He was truly one of the good guys. He will be missed by all who knew him. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
With sympathy,
Pam Gossett
Ruby Green
March 8, 2024
Praying for the Family ❤❤❤
L. Denise and Bo Castleman
March 8, 2024
Fran, Kristie and family, please accept our sincerest condolences. You and your family are in our prayers.
Ginger Price
March 8, 2024
Fran and family:
My condolences to your family. Praying for you all during this time.
The Staff of Proctor Funeral Home
March 8, 2024
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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Mar
12
Visitation
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Proctor Funeral Home - Camden442 Jefferson Street SW, Camden, AR 71701
Mar
13
Graveside service
2:00 p.m.
Chapel Hill Cemetery
AR