of Sherwood, AR
August 31, 1935 - January 9, 2020
Gaylon Smith Simpson, of Sherwood, went home to be with his Lord on January 9, 2020. Gaylon was born on August 31, 1935 in Poughkeepsie, Arkansas to the late Howard and Lorena Simpson.
He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Alice; son, Glenn; daughter, Rebecca; and four grandchildren, Justin, Henry, Allie, and Lexie.
Gaylon received his bachelors degree from Arkansas State University and his Masters in Business Administration from University of Arkansas. He retired from the Higher Education Division of Arkansas Finance and Administration.
Gaylon was a faithful member of First Baptist Church in Sherwood and, through his lifetime, served the Lord in various positions.
Gaylon was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather. His hobbies were finding and restoring antiques, including knives and pens. He was an avid reader. He had a love for travel and new dining experiences. He had a great appreciation for cars, especially red ones.
A celebration of life will begin at 10:00AM on Monday, January 13 at Roller-Owens Funeral Home, 5509 JFK Blvd. Burial will be at 3:00PM at Spotts Cemetery in Poughkeepsie, Arkansas.
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8 Condolence(s)
Lexie Anderson Sullivan and Maurice
Tuesday, January 21, 2020
Dear Alice and Family,
So sorry to hear about Gaylon. We only learned of his passing today,, Jan. 21. We would have come to the cemetery service had we known. It was always good to have you and your family visit at Little Springs when you came to see Howard and Lorena.
Our sincere condolences,
Maurice and Lexie Sullivan (Lexie Anderson)
Nancy Smith Mitchell Family
Monday, January 13, 2020
Our Condolences Donnie and Nancy Mitchell Family
Ann Smith Pullin
Monday, January 13, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Alice your children and grandchildren.
Sharon Kay Smith Faris & family
Sunday, January 12, 2020
You are in our thoughts and prayers
Ed and Anita Engelhoven
Sunday, January 12, 2020
We always enjoyed visiting with Gaylon , talking about cars and politics. He will be missed by many. Keeping Alice and the family in our thoughts and prayers. Much love.
Junior and Mary Baker
Sunday, January 12, 2020
Our hearts are with you at the loss of Gaylon.
Paul Gaylon Mitchell Family
Sunday, January 12, 2020
You are in our thoughts and prayers
Sunday, January 12, 2020
Dennis and Kittye Norris
Saturday, January 11, 2020
You are in our thoughts and prayers