Donald Simpson
November 1, 1937 ~ April 5, 2018
Donald R. Simpson, 80, of Miller, passed Thursday, April 5, 2018 at Avera Hand County Memorial Hospital in Miller.
Celebration of Life was held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, April 14, 2018 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Miller. Private burial was held at G.A.R. Cemetery, Miller.
Donald Ritchie Simpson was born November 1, 1937 to Clarence and Eva (Jangula) Simpson in Bismarck, North Dakota. He was raised on the family farm in rural Emmons County, North Dakota and graduated from Braddock High School.
On November 8, 1958 he married Joyce Hoffman and the two resided briefly in San Diego, California while he served in the U.S. Navy before moving to Aberdeen, South Dakota. In 1962, the couple moved to Miller and raised their three sons.
Don worked many years as a mechanic for Scheer Implement in Miller as well as the City of Miller and the nursing home before retiring.
Don had a variety of interests including his many wood projects, playing cards, feeding birds, hunting, and his all time favorite – fishing. He lived to fish walleyes and could be found on the river with Dale on any day.
Grateful to have shared in his life are his sons: David (Michelle), Dale (Jill), and Robert (Lisa); grandchildren: Ben, April (Parker), Kevin (Elizabeth), Chris (Jessica), Lucas, Joseph, Justin, and Jennifer; great grandchildren: Harlee, Elliott, Davitt, and Christian; brother, Jerry (Kathy) Simpson; sister, Carol Wright; and brother-in-law, Donald (Vicky) Hoffman.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife and soulmate Joyce in 2014; parents-in-law, Sam and Ida Hoffman; and three sisters: Rosie, Philco, and Ida.
Reck Funeral Home of Miller has been entrusted with Don's arrangements.
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How very saddened we are to read this announcement! He and Joyce were dear friends–they are now reunited!
My sincere sympathy to the family of Donald Simpson.
So sorry to hear the news about Don. I worked with him for many years with the city. He was a great guy. My deepest sympathy goes out to the family.
Hold on to all the happy memories you have of your Dad and Mom. May God help you at this difficult time in your lives. I worked with your Mom for many years at the Courthouse.
RIP Don, we will miss you greatly, Now your life is complete and you and Joyce are together again.Bet there were a few people that were glad to see you. It has been a long time. Give Joyce a big hello and a hug, also Sam and Ida. Love all of you ! Thanks for being my friend.
We are so sorry to here of Don’s death. Please know you all have our deepest condolences. Don was a great man and friend to all who knew him and he will be missed by all. Again, deepest sympathies. May God Bless you all.
Deepest Sympathy to All. God Bless.
I am so saddened by the loss of Don! We were neighbors for 25 years. He was such a kind man. Dave, Dale, and Bob and families. you all have our sympathy! Tammie and Gordon
Sorry to hear of you loss. Our Deepest Sympathy Dick and Kathy Splichal
Thoughts and prayers to you all
Bob, Lisa and Family, So sorry to hear about the loss of your dad and grandpa. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. Love & Prayers, Carrie, Jim, Carson & Carly
I am very sorry for David and your brothers, and everyone in your family. As you recall, your family lived close to my grandparents when we were growing up.
My thoughts and prayers are with your family now and in the days ahead.
Dave, Dale, and Bob; Please accept my deepest sympathies on the loss of your dad. May God be with you and your families during this difficult time and the days ahead. You will also have your memories to help you through this.
robert and family. sorry to hear about your dad. remember you talking about all your fishin trips with your dad. my condolences my friend