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MONROE -- L. A. 'Bill' Simpson, died Friday, July 13, 2007, native of Union County son of the late Polly Byrum & W. Brice Simpson. Bill was the owner of L.A. Simpson Machine Company since 1964. A funeral service will be held at 3:00 PM Sunday, July 15, 2007 in Gordon Funeral Chapel, with entombment to follow in Lakeland Memorial Park.
He is survived by his loving wife, Donnie Helms Simpson of the home; one son, Mark Simpson and wife, Lynn of Monroe; two daughters, Jan S. Plattenberger and husband, Gary of Wesley Chapel and Beth S. Fisher and husband, Bobby of Monroe; two brothers, Mickey Simpson and wife, Judy of Matthews, David Simpson and wife, Judy of Monroe; two sisters, Sharon Rosebrock, of Charleston, SC and Linda Small of Lancaster SC; six grandchildren, Adam Simpson, John and Dan Plattenberger, Tom, Robert, and Charles Fisher; and loyal companion his Yorkie, Millie.
The family will receive friends Sunday, July 15, 2007 from 1:30 PM until 2:45 PM at Gordon Funeral & Cremation Service, 1904 Lancaster Ave., Monroe.
Memorials may be made to Benton Heights Presbyterian Church Building Fund, 2701 Concord Hwy., Monroe, NC 28110. Online condolences may be made at www.gordonfuneralservice.com.
Gordon Funeral Service is caring for the Simpson family.
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Memories and Condolences
for L. Simpson
Ronald Durie WB4OOA
July 28, 2007
Dear Mrs Simpson and family,
I just heard via Ed Helms that Bill went home to be with the Lord. I have known that it could happen but it was still a sad surprise when I heard. I have lost a good friend.
I have become Bill’s friend over the last few years as I fixed ham radios for him. In our talks together I found Bill to have a strong faith in the Lord and know he was trusting the Lord to carry him through the several illnesses he faced.
I am thankful for the privilege I had to know; fellowship; and pray with Bill. We will miss him.
He is experiencing JOY today that none of us will know until we get there.
Please be aware that we will be praying for you Mrs Simpson, and all the family and friends of Bill these days. It is wonderful to be a member of the Body Of Christ and receive the power and healing that comes from prayer. I know we will see Bill again in Haven.
Pastor Shad Hicks
July 18, 2007
Beth and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your dads passing; my prayers are with you during this time. I have been out of town since Saturday or I would have came by personally. I very much enjoyed meeting Mr. Simpson, he shared his testimony with me of how he gave his heart to Christ as a young boy. He had no doubts that Jesus was his Savior and Heaven was his destination. He had many questions of what Heaven would be like, we found answers to some and others we concluded we would have to wait until we arrived to know for sure. LA "Bill" Simpson has arrived!! and has the answers to all of his questions. The fear of the unknown is gone and it has been replaced with joy and peace that can only be known in Heaven.
Tom & Frances Campbell
July 17, 2007
Donnie and family,
I remember starting out working with Bill in his garage (many years ago). Later worked several years for he after he started at his own business. Even after I no longer working for him, I still considered he a good friend. The times I would run into him at the beach we would caught up on family, friends and grandkids.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Harold and Grace Medlin
July 16, 2007
Our sympathy goes to the family of Bill. We both have known him since childhood. A life time of memories. He was always concerned when you had problems and ready to be of help.
RON ADAMS
July 16, 2007
BILL HAS ALLWAYS BEEN GENTLEMAN AND FRIEND.OUR PRAYS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY DURING THIS TIME OF SORROW.
RON WA4USC
Ed Helms
July 16, 2007
Bill has always been a wonderful friend and mentor. What a gentleman and family man. I think we all can learn from his kindness. Ham radio will miss him.
Our prayers are with you.
N4zvn
Curtis Aycoth
July 15, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ruby Byrd
July 15, 2007
Donnie and family, Our condolences to you. I am a ham radio operator and will miss seeing and talking to Bill. He was a 'true gentleman'.
Ruby and Kent Byrd
KF4NI & W4NKB
Bob Crews KJ4CQ
July 15, 2007
I have many fond memories of Bill from our friendship on Ham radio. Bill's integrity and kindness was always his trademark. It was a pleasure knowing him. I send my most sincere condolences on the loss of Bill to his family.
O. Douglas & Brenda Simpson
July 15, 2007
A man of character and one who loved his family, exemplified by all that he gave. No man can leave a better legacy than that. Our prayers go out to the family during this time of great lose!
Jane Tucker Davidson
July 15, 2007
Donnie & Family, I was shocked and saddened to learn of Bill's death this morning. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Joel Simpson
July 15, 2007
My deepest condolences to Bill's family.My two brothers,Oren Douglas, Lewis B and I went to Benton Heights School with Bill and his wife Donnie during the early 50,s.
The good old 50's. Those were the best of times. Now we are all in the autumn of our years. May you rest in peace
Tia Tomberlin
July 14, 2007
With love and deepest sympathy.
I am deeply sorry for your loss and may Jesus Christ be with you.
ALL MY LOVE.
TIA
The Staff of Gordon Funeral Service
July 15, 2007
Offering our deepest condolences during this time.
Fred Edwards
July 14, 2007
Dearest Mark & Lynn,
We are saddened by your loss. Please know that our thoughts and our prayers are with you and the family.
With much love,
Fred & Julie Edwards & boys
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