Photo courtesy of Proctor Funeral Home - Camden
Camden, Arkansas
Jul 24, 1947 – Mar 7, 2024
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.
Read MoreSo sorry Fran he always was nice n had a big smile love to u an christy
Rebecca Ferguson
July 18, 2025 | Hampton, AR | Friend
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.
Dave and Kathy Webb
March 14, 2024 | Camden, AR | Friend
My condolences to the family. Always enjoyed working with Bill at General Dynamics. He was one of the good guys.
Debbie Davis Nussey
March 13, 2024 | Camden
Prayers for Kristie & the rest of her family. I enjoyed listening to stories of mom & dad!
Krystal Edwards
March 13, 2024 | Camden, AR | Friend
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.
TESSA WILSON
March 09, 2024 | CAMDEN, AR | Friend
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.
Jerry Doughty
March 09, 2024 | Camden, AR | Acquaintance
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!!
Charlotte Johnson
March 09, 2024 | Canden, AR | Friend
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.
Linda Johnson
March 08, 2024 | Cabot, AR | Friend
So sorry to hear about the loss of Bill. His family is in our prayers!
Jerry & Debby Billins
March 08, 2024 | Camden, AR