of Norfork, AR
July 4, 2020
Lela Belle Simpson, age 82, of Norfork Arkansas passed away Saturday, July 4, 2020, in Mountain Home. She was born December 17, 1937, in Guion, Arkansas to Fred and Mabel (Marchant) Stowers.
On December 31, 1956, she married O.C. Simpson in Melbourne, Arkansas. Over the years, her dedication to her family was evident as she led them through hardship, adventure, and life changing times. She loved listening to Elvis Presley and watching the birds while drinking her morning coffee. Belle proudly served her community at the Norfork Thrift Store and Food Bank where she volunteered hundreds of hours of her time to help others in need.
She was preceded in death by her parents and siblings Junior Stowers, Bobby Stowers, Jim Stowers, Glen Stowers, Dennis "Bub" Stowers and Patsy Hamby.
Mrs. Simpson is survived by her two sons Doug Simpson and wife Diane of Norfork and Gary Simpson and wife Sharon of Mulvane, Kansas, one brother Lucian Carrol Stowers, three grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday July 9, 2020, at Roller Funeral Home with Trent Alexander officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Norfork Cemetery Fund.
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9 Condolence(s)
Brad Stowers
Thursday, July 9, 2020
Good bye aunt Belle
Terrence Farrier
Thursday, July 9, 2020
Her body may no longer be with us, but her spirit is. May the angels usher her spirit into paradise and God comfort her in his presence.
karen reeves
Wednesday, July 8, 2020
I remember your mom for her wonderful smile and all the goodies she brought when we had holiday parties in grade school. I am so sorry for your loss Doug and Gary, but I know you have a lot of precious memories.
Teresa Maynard
Tuesday, July 7, 2020
So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with the whole family. I did not personally know her, I know her granddaughter Lyndsay. Everything I’ve heard about her, she was a beautiful lady, and had a wonderful life.
God bless you all
Debra Dennis Sniff
Tuesday, July 7, 2020
Gary and Doug I am so sorry for your loss my hearts with you your cousin Debra SNIFF
EJ and Jeanne
Tuesday, July 7, 2020
We are sad for all of you and praying for your comfort. We could not remember ever seeing Bell without a big smile on her face and in a happy mood.
Tim Boyd
Tuesday, July 7, 2020
I have known Mrs Belle for my whole life. She & O.C. were my Great Great Grandmothers neighbors for many years. She was such a sweet lady. I am so glad I stopped and visited her not long ago. We talked of days long ago, and she told me it had made her day. Truth be told, she made mine. I will always fondly remember her gentle ways and her never ending smile. God bless each of her family members. I know losing her is a huge loss. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
Joann Farmer Montgomery
Monday, July 6, 2020
I have known Belle for many years. I always enjoyed
visiting with her - - she was always laughing. You are
in my thoughts and prayers during this time.
Susan Stowers
Monday, July 6, 2020
I remember how funny your mom was around us girls She will be missed Praying for Doug and his family ðŸ™