Walter L. Simpson
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Walter L. Simpson

  • July 18, 1918 - November 2, 2009
  • North Little Rock, Arkansas
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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 ”
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...Read More » ”
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 ”
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 ”
4 of 12 | Posted by: Penny Wagner Hagerstrom - Cordova, 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...Read More » ”
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 blend...Read More » ”
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 be...Read More » ”
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 and...Read More » ”
8 of 12 | Posted by: Beth Ann Feimster - Hot Springs, 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...Read More » ”
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...Read More » ”
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 ”
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 &...Read More » ”
12 of 12 | Posted by: Della & Grady Maxwell - Sherwood, AR


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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