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Craig Simpson Obituary

Craig R Simpson 1954 ~ 2005 Father, son, brother and uncle passed away October 9, 2005. He was a member of the LDS Church. Survived by sons: Donny (Tanis), Michael and Tyler; former wife, Peggy; parents, Don and Jean Simpson; sister, Robyn; brother, Bryan; cousins, nephews and nieces. "Dad ~ we'll keep cheering the Cougars on!" Graveside services will be held Saturday, October 15, 2005, 10:30 a.m. at Wasatch Lawn South Valley, 13001 South 3600 West, Riverton, Utah, under the direction of McDougal Funeral Home.

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune on Oct. 14, 2005.

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Pamela Hardman

October 27, 2005

Dear Family,

Sorry to hear of your loss, my son Josh and my daughter Megan and myself all worked with Craig at NPS Market Square. He was neatest friend any one could asked for.

Hope all is well.

The Hardman Famly

Jaynee Besner

October 18, 2005

Dear Peggy & Boys,



I was so sorry to hear about Craig. It has been years since I had seen him, but he was always a riot when I saw him at your house. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Love, Jaynee Besner

Johnathan Elswood and family

October 17, 2005

Dear family,

I am very sorry for the loss. I still have many fond memories of Craig. He was always a great uncle to all of us, always laughing and kidding. He loved to talk to me about baseball and how everything was going. I will always remember him for that. He will be very missed.

Faelynn Kartchner

October 17, 2005

Dear Aunt Peggy & boys,

My deepest sympathies for your loss. I always remember Uncle Craig with a smile and a teasing thought or two up his sleeve. I remember many teasing moments when he would pick me up to babysit the boys when you guys lived in Riverton. When I walked in front of the car he would honk the horn and then laugh hysterically. It scared me to no end-- exactly what he was looking for! What a tease!!! He will be missed. I hope you and your family are coping well. YOU ARE ALL in my prayers.

Love, Faelynn (Johnson) Kartchner

John Elswood

October 16, 2005

Dear Family,

I am sincerely sorry for the loss of your son, brother and father. I am doubly sorry that I didn't have the opportunity to express my condolences in person. I thought the world of Craig. He always treated me and my family with love, and respect. We will all miss his constant, gentle teasings. I will miss his warmth and sense of humor very much. I know that the goodness of Craig's soul will be a continuous comfort to you all. May God Bless you in your time of sadness. Sincerely, John Elswood and family

Amy Elswood, Young & family

October 16, 2005

Dear Aunt Peggy and family,

I am so sorry to hear about Uncle Craig ! I will always remember the fun times when he would joke with us at family parties and always get a smile when there wasn't one there. Our family will always cherish the fun times that we all had with our Uncle Craig. Hope you know that our thoughts and prayers are always with you. We love you guys!

Aunt Dorian &Uncle John Elswood

October 16, 2005

Dear Family

We just learned of the your loss. Please know that our hearts and prayers are with you. We loved Craig. He always showed us love and repect. And was there to help when needed. We will miss the friendship he gave and the smiles when he shared his laughter. We love you all.

Holly Elswood-McMillan

October 15, 2005

Dear Aunt Peggy and boys,

I am so sorry to hear about Uncle Craig. I want you to know that I love you all and think of you all the time. I have many fond memories of you and hope to have more in the near future. I will always love you. Take care and give the boys a hug for me. Love always,

Shayne Hudson

October 15, 2005

Dear Craig,

I enjoyed knowing you and talking to you. I'll be seeing you again. You shall be missed greatly. My deepest sympathy to your family.



Your friend, Shayne

Jana Pedler

October 14, 2005

Dear Peggy and Boys,

I am so sorry to hear about Craig. My heart goes out to all of you. Just want you to know I am thinking of all of you and what a wonderful family I think you are.

Loren Gurney

October 13, 2005

Dear Craig,

please know we will miss you,your sense of humor and your smile. you are in our hearts.

thanks for being our friend.

love always, loren & liz gurney

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