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James Simpson Obituary

SIMPSON James Joseph Simpson, age 67, passed away on Friday, May 4, 2012 at Mt. Carmel West. Employed with OPI as a dental instructor at London Correctional Center. He was an avid fisherman and Buckeye fan. Preceded in death by parents James M. and Margaret Simpson, sister Patricia. Survived by wife of 50 years, Shirley; children, David (Malieta) Simpson, Patricia (Greg) Herrel and Michael Simpson; grandchildren, Jessica Trusler and Ryan Herrel; sisters, Margaret Hoover and Hannah Farnsworth; numerous other family and friends. Friends may call at JERRY SPEARS FUNERAL HOME, 2693 W. Broad St., Tuesday 4-7 p.m., where service will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday. Interment Sunset Cemetery.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from May 4 to May 7, 2012.

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David Szana

May 9, 2012

So sorry to hear of Jim's passing. A wonderful, sweet man. Definitely a pleasure to have known him.

Dr. David Szana, & Vesta Daniel

Danny & Sharon Nunley

May 7, 2012

Shirley and Family,
Our hearts are filled with much sadness, Jim was such a wonderful person and such a great friend.
He was my best fishing buddy, Oh how we will miss him. May God be with you all in this sad time. Remember all of the good days and laughter.
We are here alway for you.
Love and Prayers

Jerri Lynn Rice

May 7, 2012

The Simpson Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I have been friends with Patty for many years. She was there for me when I lost my Mother back in January. Memories are a wonderful thing, cherish them always. Thinking of you. Love, Jerri Lynn Rice

Dr. Jeff Hiltbrand

May 7, 2012

Mr. Simpson was one of my all time favorite patients. He and I had a great relationship and shared a laugh even as late as last Wednesday. I will definitely miss him

Roger McGlaughlin

May 6, 2012

Jimmy will be missed by his friends in the dental lab department at Columbus State, including Rob, Roger and Cathi. He was a great friend and always knew how to make us laugh. We are so very sorry for your loss.

Susie

May 6, 2012

There was a bright new star in the sky last tonight and it was shining down on it's beautiful family, letting them know that it will be there watching over them and loving them forever.

rhonda hess

May 6, 2012

Where to start? Well I will say my thoughts and prayers are with the simpson family. David,Patty,Michael,I'm so sorry for the loss of your dad.I will always cherish the memories growing up with you guys. Jim treated me like his daughter. He was so funny at times. R.I.P jim. Thank you for always trying to guide me in the right direction. You and shirley were like my parents and I had nothing but respect for the both of you.

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