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1931 - 2014

Lawrence Simpson

1931 - 2014

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BORN

1931

DIED

2014

Lawrence Simpson Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 10, 2014.

Lawrence "Larry" Simpson, 82, of Highland, Illinois, born October 19, 1931, in East St. Louis, Illinois, passed away, Monday, September 8, 2014, at home surrounded by loved ones.

Mr. Simpson retired from Pfizer, formerly, C K Williams, after 45 years, having never missed a day of work. He enjoyed gardening, fishing, camping and watching western movies. He was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan and avid gun collector. He was an animal lover, who had chickens, pigs, horses, ducks and geese; he also was a bee keeper. He was a loving father and grandfather, who will be truly missed by all who knew him.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 63 years, Ruth A. Simpson, nee Haverman; his parents, Bert L. and Myrtle L., nee Tolin, Simpson, a daughter, Sheila Mae Simpson; and a granddaughter, Jaime J. Mitchell.

Surviving to cherish his memory are his children, Sharon K. (Al) Way, Lawrence J. (Gaynell) Simpson, Thomas E. (Gay) Simpson, Sue Ann "Susie" Simpson, and David A. Simpson; his grandchildren, Wayne (Tammy) Way, Lori (Doug) Frerichs, David Simpson, Amy (Jeremiah) Leos, Timmy (Latisha) Simpson, Donnie Simpson, Rachel Simpson, Joy (Tom)Mifflin, Sarah ("J") Laurent, Joey Ephrem, Tera (Craig) Scroggins; 22 great grandchildren, a sister, Patricia "Patsy" Krupp; two cousins, Barbara (Francis) Haney and Thomas "Tommy" Simpson; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

The family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to his caregivers, Cheryl, Cindy, and Lisa; Dr. Oscar Florendo and his nursing staff; and to Heartland Hospice, for their kind, compassionate, and loving care of Larry.

Memorials are appreciated to Heartland Hospice or the Highland Animal Shelter. Condolences may also be expressed online at www.lakeviewfuneralhm.com.

Visitation: Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m., Sunday, September 14, 2014 at Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, Illinois.

Funeral: Services will be held at 2 p.m., Monday, September 15, 2014 at the funeral home with Dr. Clarence Haege and Rev. Gregg Haege officiating. Wayne, with his special gift of music, will be playing his guitar, with Joy and Sarah singing, in honor of their Grandpa. Entombment will follow in Lake View Memorial Gardens, Fairview Heights, Illinois.

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Pat Krupp

September 12, 2014

Deepest sympathy to the relatives and friends of Lawrence Simpson on the loss of their precious family member and friend. He was the best brother that a girl could hope to have. I deeply value the time spent with him sharing a delicious lunch on Sunday, cheering for the Cardinals to win their game, and rooting for the good guys in those old Western movies. Larry will be greatly missed, and our moments spent together will live forever in my heart.