Lucy Simpson Obituary
She was born on July 12, 1938, to James and Elva (Simmons) Mason. Lucy married Robert R. Simpson on October 14, 1966, in Carthage, Illinois. He preceded her in death on January 19, 2015.
She was also preceded in death by her parents; two sons, Roger Brooks, who died in infancy, and Wendell Miller; and seven siblings.
Cremation rites have been accorded by Martin-Hollis Funeral Home. Graveside services at Bushnell Township Cemetery will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the McDonough District Hospital Hospice Program.
Please sign the guestbook and leave condolences at www.martinhollisfh.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Trudy
February 4, 2026
R.I.P Lucy
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