Edward Simpson Jr

Edward Simpson Jr obituary, Glenolden, PA

Edward Simpson Jr

Edward Simpson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by McCausland Garrity Marchesani Funeral Home & Crematory on Feb. 26, 2026.
Edward V. Simpson Jr. Age 92 of Glenolden Formerly of Southwest Philadelphia passed away on February 24, 2026.

He was a US Airforce Veteran serving during the Korean War, Ed retired from General Electric where he worked as a wireman.

He was an amazing father to his 3 girls who will miss him dearly.

He is predeceased by his wife Helen Simpson who passed away in 1982, brothers Thomas Simpson and John Simpson.

Survivors: Loving father of Michele (Ron) Simpson, Carol Simpson Friel and Tricia A Simpson-Gieder, cherished pop of Robert Gieder and Andrew Gieder and Great grandpop of Amela and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

A Graveside Service will be held at 1pm, Saturday March 7, 2026 at SS Peter and Paul Cemetery followed by a Celebration of Life at 230pm at McBride's Bar and Grill, 401 Seminole St, Essington, PA. 19029.

In Memory of Ed, contributions to the www.delcoveteransmemorial.org would be appreciated

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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