SIMPSON, Warren Thomas
Obituary
SIMPSON, Warren Thomas - Gainesville, MO
Warren Thomas Simpson was the son of Thomas Jason Simpson and Cordelia Warren Simpson, born April 14, 1920 in Alton, Mo.; and departed this life Aug. 1, 2008 in Gainesville, Mo., at the age of 88 years.
He was united in marriage May 13, 1942, in Alton, Mo., to Jewell Thompson. He is survived by his wife, Jewell Simpson, of the home in Gainesville, Mo.; two daughters, Katherine Sue Simpson and Carolyn Jean Cochran, both of Gainesville, Mo.; four grandchildren, Paige Rodriguez, Ennis, Texas; Penny Britt and husband Gene, Gainesville, Mo.; Shay Kilpatric, Doe Run, Mo.; and Bill Cochran, Gainesville, Mo.; six great-grandchildren, Ally, Sierra, Abby, Aspyn, Tatianna and Zyler; two sisters-in-law, Reva Cates and husband Garland, and Ruth Simpson; four nieces, Barbara Simpson, Betty Blankenship, Becky Gibbs and Sharon Rapko; three nephews, Danny Simpson, Mike Cates and Mark Cates; numerous cousins, great-nieces, great-nephews and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Elva Simpson, Woodrow Simpson and Daniel M. Simpson; five sisters, Ava Simpson, Alma Simpson, Lulu Harris, Edna Nichols and Ethel Perkins; two nephews, Tommy and Ronnie Perkins; and his father-in-law and mother-in-law, John and Ollie Thompson. Warren T. received his education in Oregon County schools. His elementary teacher was his sister, Lulu Harris. After completing the eighth grade, he entered Alton High School, graduating with the class of 1939. The same year, he met the love of his life, Ruby Jewell Thompson. After graduation, he worked in the CCC and helped in the construction of McCormack Lake. In 1941, he was inducted into the U.S. Army and proudly served his country during World War II, both in the states and overseas. In 1949, he was appointed Oregon County treasurer and remained treasurer for the next 29 years. Warren T. owned Simpson¢s Bookkeeping Service and operated the License Bureau in Alton for many years. He will be remembered for his willingness to help others and also to talk politics. He was active in the Democrat Party and served as Honorary Colonel under Governor Hearnes. Warren T. was a Christian, was baptized in 1957 and was of the Baptist faith. He was a kind, loving and caring husband, father and grandfather, and will be sadly missed by all. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2008, at Carter Funeral Home Chapel in Thayer. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. today, Monday, Aug. 4. Burial will be in Bailey Chapel Cemetery near Alton, Mo., with services under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc., of Thayer.
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