Photo courtesy of Colbert-Moran Funeral Home, Inc. - Gretna
Greetna, Virginia
Nov 7, 1930 – Jul 14, 2010
Lacy Edward Simpson, Sr.
Gretna.......Lacy Edward Simpson, Sr. age 79 of 5401 Music Street, Gretna died Wednesday, July 14, 2010 at Danville Regional Hospital.
Born November 7, 1930 in Pittsylvania County he was a son of the late Moman William Simpson and Sagasta Keesee Simpson. He was predeceased by his wife, Dorothy Overton Simpson, and a brother, Roscoe Simpson.
He is survived by two daughters, Charlotte Shelton and husband, Steve of Pittsville, and Ellen Childress and husband Ricky of Gretna; a son Eddie Simpson and wife, Velma of Gretna; two brothers, Carroll Simpson and wife, Ruth of Gretna, and Gerald Simpson and wife, Mary of Salem; a sister, Elaine Worley of Roanoke; four grandchildren, Allen Shelton, Keith Shelton, Carrie S. Neal, and Justin Childress; two great-grandchildren, Ethan Neal, and Julia Shelton; and a special friend, Mary Ann Motley.
He was a Marine Veteran of the Korean Conflict. Mr. Simpson was an Army Veteran and Staff Sgt. of Vietnam where he received the Purple Heart. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, refinishing gun stocks, and enjoyed Owens Mill Club House.
Funeral services will be conducted 2:00 P.M. Friday, July 16, 2010 at Colbert-Moran Chapel by Elder Raymond Goad. Burial with Military Honors by The Virginia National Guard Honor Guard will follow in the Simpson Family Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday at Colbert-Moran Funeral Home and other times will be at the residence of his daughter and son-in-law, Charlotte and Steve Shelton, 4335 Pittsville Road, Pittsville.
The family suggests memorials be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 3907, Martinsville, VA 24115.
Colbert-Moran Funeral Home, Gretna, is assisting the family. Condolences may be sent to the fami
Dear Ellen and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. If you need anything please let us know. I know its very hard but time will heal though he will forever be in your hearts.
Love Nancy and Perry Knudson
July 27, 2010
So sorry to hear of your loss. Lacy and family lived next to my mother and dad on Thompkins Ave and when I was born Mr. Simpson took mother to RMH. I now live in the same apartment complex as Elaine. I will be keeping you in my prayers.
Pat Proctor Harrington
July 19, 2010
Dear Charlotte, Eddie, and Ellen,
I'm so sorry to hear of Lacy's passing. Love to you all. Lacy was a wonderful man. Hope to see you all soon.
Helen Overton Ferguson
July 15, 2010 | Roanoke, VA
Charlotte, Eddie, and Ellen, We are so sorry to hear of Lacy's passing. Mom wanted to come so much, but, her health just does not permit to drive. We all send our Love, and would like to get together with you all very soon. Please call mom and we will meet up with you three .Love to you all. Brenda "Overton "Jones, Helen" Overton" Ferguson, Carole "Overton" Breedlove, and Juanita Overton.
Brenda Jones
July 15, 2010 | Vinton, VA
Eddie, Velma, Carrie and the Simpson family - We are so sorry for your loss. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if we can do anything. We love you - Ken, Debbie, Aimee & Kandace Burks
July 15, 2010
Eddie, Velma, Carrie. And All the Simpson Family. Sorry to hear of your loss, you are in our thoughts. If we can do anything let us know. Love. Blue, Emma Jean, and family.
Blue and Emma Jean Markham
July 15, 2010 | Big Island Va., VA
Dear Steave and Charlotte,
Sorry to hear about your dad.I worked at N.& W country store on 29.I saw you all once in a while.
Doris Short
Doris Short
July 15, 2010 | Hurt, VA
Sorry to hear of your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Angie, Moose, Crystal, Chase and Bessie.
angie hedrick
July 14, 2010 | Brookneal, VA
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.
Vicky Creasy
July 14, 2010 | Altavista, VA