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John Simpson Obituary
Springfield - John Robert Simpson, 54, of Springfield, passed away on January 28, 2018. He was born May 26, 1963 to George and Mary Anne Simpson.
John attended Greenwood K-12 and played basketball, football and ran track. He graduated with honors from Missouri State University and was in the Sig Tau Fraternity. He worked for French's and later developed a bug screen business for 18-wheelers. John then served in the U.S. Army for 2 years, serving in the Desert Storm First Infantry Division with commendations. After his service, John developed his own lawn service, which he ran until the present.
John was preceded in death by his mother. He is survived by his father, George; uncle and aunt Dr. Charles and Susan Simpson of Bowling Green, OH; aunt and uncle Michael and Ellen Dempsey of Waterford, MI; and cousins David Simpson, Brian, Chris, and Tom Dempsey and Bill Samuels.
Memorial services will be held at 7:00 PM on Saturday, February 3, 2018 at Gorman-Scharpf Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 6:00 PM until the time of service in the funeral home.
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Tracy Luce Slagle
January 31, 2018
George, I'm out of town until Saturday evening, but my thoughts and prayers will be with you. John, you and Mary Ann were a wonderful part of my childhood. Much love to you.
January 31, 2018
John was my best friend back in the 80's when I lived in Springfield. We've lost touch over the years but often think of the good times we had.
George, I'm so sorry for your loss and prayers coming your way.
RIP John, as your pain is over.
Brian Dempsey
January 30, 2018
John and I were first cousins and friends throughout our lives. During our fifty year friendship and association we never shared a cross word. John was a wonderful athlete, scholar, soldier, and gentleman. John was known for his courage. Yet he was equally known for his kindness to others. I was always very proud of him and I will miss him. RIP John.
Melanie Gray
January 30, 2018
I am so sad to hear of John's death. I will always hold fond memories of fun times we all spent together. My deepest sympathy to all the family.
Maryan Smith
January 30, 2018
John, I shall forever remember your many kindnesses and what a gentleman you were.
Since having a respite from my lawncare, I had
thought this week that I would call you to see if
your schedule could include me again this Spring.
In reading your obituary I learned of your many
accomplishments in your young life. God Bless You.
Love from Maryan Smith and extended family
Scott Bunyar GHS class of 79
January 30, 2018
I'm so sorry to learn of John's death. I will always cherish the fond memories I have with John at GHS. We spent many hours practicing, running and working out together. John was an athlete and so was I. Our individual dedication to each sport brought us closer together and bonded us as teammates. John, make that final run into the arms of Jesus! You will be sorrowfully missed here. May God bless and keep you for all eternity.
Linda Tenneson
January 29, 2018
John was my best friend and my heart is breaking. I loved him to the moon and back. My life will be forever changed with his passing. He will always have a piece of my heart. RIP John, i love you!
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