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“Mike,
We were saddened to hear of your father's death...you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Don & Kay Bona
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1 of 12 | Posted by: Don Bona Little Rock AR
“To Bob, Mike and the entire Simpson family. I was unable to attend the services, because of a health matter, but I wanted all of you to know how...
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2 of 12 | Posted by: Bob Franks Sherwood, AR
“Walter and Twin City Printing was a great part
of my life. Still dream quite often about running a printing press
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3 of 12 | Posted by: Gene Hill Beebe, AR
“Many wonderful memories of Walter & Katherine with my family, the Wagners. He will be missed.
Penny Wagner Hagerstrom
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4 of 12 | Posted by: Penny Wagner Hagerstrom TN
“Walter & Katherine were best frinds with my parents for so many years & I remember so many good times at the condo's in Hot Springs,the...
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5 of 12 | Posted by: Steve & Mary Wagner Sherwood AR
“I don't know anyone who ever impressed me more with his wisdom in life than Walter Simpson. To me, he was and always will represent the perfect...
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6 of 12 | Posted by: Terry Trent Mabelvale AR
“I was very saddened by Walter's passing. I will miss him and his sense of humor. He was a wonderful employer and a very kind human being. He will...
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7 of 12 | Posted by: Teresa Williams Sherwood AR
“I was saddened to hear of Walter's passing. He will be greatly missed by everyone he touched. I'm sure he will be running a tight ship in heaven...
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8 of 12 | Posted by: Beth Ann Feimster AR
“Mr. Simpson was always a joy to wait on. He always had a smile on his face when he came in. Everyone always enjoyed waiting on him. He will be...
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9 of 12 | Posted by: Crestwood Cleaner Girls AR
“Mr. Simpson will be remembered by the staff who worked with him to publish The Mellow Pages and later Aging Arkansas. I offer my sympathy to the...
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10 of 12 | Posted by: Bill Fortson Little Rock AR
“Sorry to hear about your loss,I am Luther & Winnie Jackson's gr-daughter they raised
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11 of 12 | Posted by: Jennifer Wells Quitman AR
“Dear Family
I'm so sorry to lose such special friend and will be thinking of all of you at this time
You are in my prayers
As Always
Della &...
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12 of 12 | Posted by: Della & Grady Maxwell AR
Mr. Walter L. Simpson peacefully joined the Lord on November 2, 2009. Born July 18, 1918 in Little Rock, Arkansas he was preceded in death by his parents, Booth and Sally Simpson and his wife of 60 years Katherine Simpson.
He is survived by son Bob Simpson, son Mike Simpson and wife Kathy, brother Henry Simpson and wife Freeda, brother Charles Simpson, five grandchildren and six great grandchildren. He was a member and deacon of Park Hill Baptist Church.
Walter grew up in Gravel Ridge and was a graduate of North Little Rock High School. He married Katherine Oakley April 3, 1942 in Yuma, Arizona. Walter was a proud veteran of World War II and the Korean War.
In 1945 Walter founded Twin City Printing and became involved in the Greater Little Rock community. Walter pioneered the first web newsprint offset press in the state and for 64 years his company has evolved into a third generation business with a nonstop attitude for service and philanthropy. The roster of organizations that Walter Simpson has helped is extensive. Walter was a life-time board member and past president of the North Little Rock Boys and Girls Club. He received the S.W. “Bud” Bowker Award for outstanding service to the Boys and Girls Club and was inducted into its Hall of Fame. Walter also served as president of the Park Hill Lion’s Club and President of the North Little Rock Chamber of Commerce.
Most of all Walter Simpson excelled in loving his family as a brother, father, grandfather and great grandfather and as a trusted friend to many. He will be missed.
Visitation will be Wednesday, November 4th from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the North Little Rock Funeral Home, 1921 Main Street in North Little Rock. Funeral services will be held Thursday, November 5 at 10:00 a.m. at Park Hill Baptist Church, 201 East “C” Avenue, North Little Rock. Burial will follow at Rest Hills Memorial Park, 7724 Landers Road, North Little Rock.
Memorials may be made to the Boys and Girls Club of Central Arkansas, 1616 West 3rd Street, Little Rock, Arkansas 72201.
Online obituary and guest register at www.nlrfh.com
Only the main photo has been provided by the family or the funeral home.
Mike,
We were saddened to hear of your father's death...you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Don & Kay Bona
Posted by: Don Bona Little Rock, AR Nov 11, 2009
To Bob, Mike and the entire Simpson family. I was unable to attend the services, because of a health matter, but I wanted all of you to know how special Walter was to Joan and I. I loved to watch him play gin rummy with all the old geezers at North Hills. I loved the way he slow played them to death, and then win the hand with that mischevious smile.
I loved just to talk with him, and will always cherish the rounds of golf we played together at North Hills. He told me many times that he was so happy that I was a member of North Hills, because when I dropped out that would mean he was the worst golfer. He kiddingly told me that he would pay my monthly dues to make sure that I would remain a member.
He was a great man, a wonderful family man, a pillar of his community, and was wise beyond education.
Joan and I will miss him terribly.
Bob and Joan
Posted by: Bob Franks Sherwood, AR Nov 06, 2009
Walter and Twin City Printing was a great part
of my life. Still dream quite often about running a printing press
Posted by: Gene Hill Beebe, AR Nov 05, 2009
Many wonderful memories of Walter & Katherine with my family, the Wagners. He will be missed.
Penny Wagner Hagerstrom
Posted by: Penny Wagner Hagerstrom Cordova, TN Nov 05, 2009
Walter & Katherine were best frinds with my parents for so many years & I remember so many good times at the condo's in Hot Springs,the country club and playing golf with Walter and my dad. Walter will be missed by all.
Steve & Mary Wagner
Posted by: Steve & Mary Wagner Sherwood, AR Nov 05, 2009
I don't know anyone who ever impressed me more with his wisdom in life than Walter Simpson. To me, he was and always will represent the perfect blend of a smart businessman, a true friend, and a devoted family man, all in equal parts. I will always cherish my memories of him. My family and I will always be grateful for every kindness and jewel of wisdom that was ours from knowing this wonderful man.
Deepest Sympathies,
Terry Trent
Posted by: Terry Trent Mabelvale, AR Nov 05, 2009
I was very saddened by Walter's passing. I will miss him and his sense of humor. He was a wonderful employer and a very kind human being. He will be greatly missed. You are all in my prayers and thoughts in your time of loss.
Posted by: Teresa Williams Sherwood, AR Nov 05, 2009
I was saddened to hear of Walter's passing. He will be greatly missed by everyone he touched. I'm sure he will be running a tight ship in heaven and I hope they have cigars.
My prayers are with you in your time of loss.
Beth Ann
Posted by: Beth Ann Feimster Hot Springs, AR Nov 04, 2009
Mr. Simpson was always a joy to wait on. He always had a smile on his face when he came in. Everyone always enjoyed waiting on him. He will be greatly missed.
Posted by: Crestwood Cleaner Girls North Little Rock, AR Nov 04, 2009
Mr. Simpson will be remembered by the staff who worked with him to publish The Mellow Pages and later Aging Arkansas. I offer my sympathy to the Simpson family on thier loss of this great pillar of the community.
Posted by: Bill Fortson Little Rock, AR Nov 04, 2009
Visitation:
November 04 2009
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
North Little Rock Funeral Home
1921 Main Street
Little Rock, AR 72114
Funeral Service:
November 05 2009
10:00 AM
Park Hill Baptist Church
201 East "C" Street
North Little Rock, AR 72116
