Gary Dwight Simpson

Gary Dwight Simpson, age 77, passed away June 23.

He was born Dec. 16, 1944 in Tuscola, Ill. to Murle and Grace Peasley Simpson. He was a farmer and custodian for Yoakum ISD. He attended New Life Baptist Church. He enjoyed family gatherings, especially at Christmas, the Dallas Cowboys, John Deere tractors, taking back road drives, sightseeing, and history museums. When he was a school custodian, he enjoyed interactions with the students and was known to play basketball with them. He proudly served in the U.S. Army. He was a member of the Sweet Home American Legion.

Survivors include his wife, Nancy Reynolds Simpson; daughter, Toni Fitzgibbon (Chris); sons, Shawn Simpson, and Cameron Simpson (Janine); and granddaughter, Jessie Rose Simpson.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Dennis Simpson.

Funeral services were held in Arcola, Ill.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to St. Jude Medical Center.

An online guest book may be signed at www.thielecooper.com.

Arrangements were made by Thiele-Cooper Funeral Home, 361-293-5656.