It is with heavy hearts that the family of James (Jim) Simpson regret to inform of his peaceful passing at Extendicare early Saturday at the age of 95 with daughter Marlene at his side.
Predeceased by his wife Gladys of 70 years, in 2017, son Gary in 2019, parents William and Edith and brothers George, Richard and Henry.
Left to mourn, son Neil (Judy), daughter Marlene (Gerry Danis), sister-in-law Mary Post, grandchildren, Jamie, Chris, Bob, Derek, Adrian, Anthony, Jordan, Jennifer (DeSimone) and Erin (Armstrong) and 11 great-grandchildren.
Born June 10, 1925, in the small village of Dane and attended a one-room school. With no opportunity at that time to go on after grade 8, he started working for the railway. Despite his lack of education, he was self-taught in many areas and took great pride in learning and trying new things. Up until two years ago, he did his own income tax by hand, without the use of a computer or calculator, a feat that not many people could do.
Children, friends and the church were his main passion and he was well respected for his knowledge and skills in carpentry, electrical, plumbing and mechanics.
He may be best remembered for his unique ability to either forget or give away the punch line on some of his many, many jokes, his lifetime losing battles with potato bugs and the annual last place finish in the tomato growing contest with wife Gladys, and neighbours Art, Roger and Ted. He graciously accepted the ribbing year after year.
The family would like to thank the management and staff at Extendicare for their care and compassion given to Dad over the last few years.
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Debbie (Staples) Remillard
My sincere condolences to the family. He was such a kind patient man. I have fond memories of him driving around Tarzwell in an old van picking us kids up to go to Sunday School, either in Dane or the old school house on Swanson Road.
Rest In Peace Mr Simpson
Neil Simpson
Marlene,Gerry, Judy and I would like to sincerely thank everyone for your kind thoughts words and prayers. It means a lot to us and is very much appreciated. We would also like to thank Skylar and Patricia at the funeral home for their care, compassion and guidance during this difficult time.
Brian & Carol Judd
Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Beverly and Viviane Fisher and Family
So sorry for the loss of Jim. My family and I have known him and his wife for years at the Salvation Army and Baptist Church. Very pleasant and a wonderful sense of humour. He will be in our thoughts. And condolences to the family.💜🙏
Liz and Don
sending our condolences to Neil ,Marlene and their families…we will miss Jim but he is now home with his lord.
Donna Cozac
Marlene and family, my sincere sympathy on the loss of your Dad. He is so blessed to go home to Jesus and your Mom. Jim and my Dad Andy new each other for years as they both worked on the railroad. They were always friends and even got to spend their last years togther at Extendicare chatting about the railroad. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love you. Hugs Donna.
Brenda and Dennis Jenings
Marlene, Gerry and family. So sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. Sending our sincere condolences.
Roger Milot
When we moved next door to Jim and Gladys in 1980 we had no clue who they were. Over the years we became best friends and now have fond, lasting memories of an older couple who accepted our way of life readily. Jim was a story teller and believe me I heard them all (more then once).he was a jack of all trades and was always willing to help. We will miss him working around his property which he kept in immaculate condition, his Sunday afternoon visits and his homemade gifts which still decorate our home and property. May he finally rest in peace. Our sincere condolences to the Simpson family.
Jackie Levinski- Phillips
My sincere condolences to Marlene, Neil and families.
Charlene &Brian Hosken
our deepest condolence to the family R.I.P Mr Simpson you will be missed by all
Linda (Lorenz) Brandon
I remember living in Dane Jim would pick me up every Sunday for church. We have the same birthday (June 10th). He was one of a kind! RIP Jim. You are with Jesus now.
Ellen Watson
When Mr. Simpson celebrated his birthday at the Legion a few years ago, he and I had a wonderful chat about trains and what the sound of that lonesome whistle made us feel. My father had found work on the rails and had done some freighthopping. We had fun trying to outdo each other’s stories. He was a true gentleman with a fine sense of humor.
My deepest sympathy to Mr. Simpson’s family.
ellen
Jacqueline Deveau
The Deveau Family send it’s condolences.
Rev. Peter Dempsey
I’m so sorry for your loss. Jim was a wonderful man and both he and Gladie were a real encouragement to us during our years of ministry in KL. Rev Peter and Olive Dempsey.
Jaroslaw Kmyta
Dear Marlene and Neil I am so sorry to hear about your dad. He was a good and kind person.
Christine Rae
My deepest sympathy Neil, Marlene and families. I remember your Dad, he was such a kind man. He was a good friend to my Dad and a good neighbour. Cherish the memories that you have of him.
Lois and Ted
So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing ! A wonderful kind and gentle man . I had the pleasure of serving Gladys and Jim at the A&P over the years . My thoughts go out to Marlene- Neil and their families. Jimmy certainly left his mark !
Robbie and Lorrie Brough
So sorry for your loss to you and your family.
Bryan Clark
Sorry to hear of Jims passing.Jim and l had some really good talks on just about any subject.Jim was a man of wisdom and gave great advise, when l worked at the police station we usually had the best talks at 6am.when Jim came in to clean the station, never once did l ever hear Jim complain and l will always remember his laugh,
Pray that the Simpson family will find strength and Peace during this sad time.Jim was a remarkable man, he is now absent from his body and present with his Lord whom he loved very much.
Mary Desjardins
R.I.P. Mr. Simpson.I met Mr. Simpson in1965 shortly after my husband and I were married, his family lived in Dane across the road from The Simpsons. Such a gentle man, soft spoken, very kind, a great neighbour. I was volunteering in the Hospital Gift Shop and he stepped in and started talking to me, he said you probably don’t know who I am (this was in about 2010). Well, I honestly couldn’t come up with his name, but I said yes, you were our neighbour in Dane, just can’t remember your name. He chuckled and said “Jim” and I said “Oh yes, Mr. Simpson, he said I think your old enough to call me Jim now. I’m sure he will be missed by many. Deepest condolences to his family.
Pat Kiey
Neil & Family
So sorry to hear of the loss of your father, what a gentleman he was!
I met him a couple of years when my brother was in the hospital in the next room to your dad. He was a great story teller & had a great sense of humor. May he Rest In Peace
Kelley Smith
Sorry for your loss Marlene and family. Jim was a wonderful man . Loved all his stories! My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Bob and Kit Ormsby
Marlene, Gerry and family, so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. Our deepest sympathies.
Shannon Carey
My sincere condolences on your loss. He was a lovely, gentle man and I know he will be missed by many…xo
Dennis Johanson
My sincere condolences to Neil and Marlene and families in the passing of your father
I remembered Jim when we worked at the ONR railway and when they visited our restaurant in Englehart
R.I.P
Joanne Keith Wallis
My condolences to you Marlene and Neil and the rest of the family. He was lively old soul. He going to be greatly miss.
Jenifer Simpson
Marlene and family, am so sorry for the loss of a great father, husband and grandfather. He will be missed by many people in the community. Treasure the memories and be strong.
Jenifer Simpson
I am so sorry for your loss. He was a sweet loving man. My thoughts are with you and your family at this time. Be strong and treasure your memories.
Barbara Moore
Heartfelt sympathy on the loss of Jim..May he rest in peace . Marion Lingenfelter and family xx
Lori and Steve Prince and family
We are sorry to hear of the passing of Jim. He had a long life full of
friends and family that he shared with Gladys. I remember the years he
served the Salvation Army with his buddy Roy Campbell, as well as the
weekly game nights he had with Reg and May Mackinnon. Jim crafted
crokinole and Aggravation games for their many friends and we were
lucky to be the recipients of his craftmanship. Jim and Gladys welcomed
people into their large apartment at Federal for tea and cookies. They
were very kind, simple people. Jim is now reunited with Gladys and his
friends who went on before. Condolences to his children who have
visited and looked after him in recent years. His witty sense of humor
will be remembered by us all.
April and Mark Hardwick
We are sad to hear of Jim’s passing. We enjoyed our visits with him and Gladys over the years.
Eileen Good
So very sorry to hear of your loss. Deepest condolences to all the family and friends. R I P Jim.
Polly james
Jim was such a sweet man. We knew him from church. He loved to laugh and tell his jokes. He always greeted me with a hug. He now gets to rest in our lord and with his lovely lady Gladys.
Bette Leonard
The Battle is Done and the Victory is Won! Jim is now in the Loving Arms of Jesus His Lord and Savior. My Sincere Condolences go out to Neil and Marlene and their Families. May God Bless and Comfort each one of you and give you Peace.
Tammy
I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Simpson’s passing. He was such a kind, gently soul. I enjoyed his annual visits to my office. He sure loved to talk and tell stories of the past. I’m sure Gladys was waiting for him with open arms. Rest in peace Mr. Simpson. Tammy
Colleen Fagan
Dear Marlene and Simpson families, Very sorry to hear of Mr Simpsons passing. Lovely man. Condolences.
Leona LeBlanc
My Sincere Condolences to the Family
Doug&Debbie Yade
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of Jim. We had great respect for this fine gentleman and enjoyed our brief conversations over the years.