Earl Herbert Simpson

Earl's life began on October 20, 1934 in Bertrand Township, the son of Floyd and Nora Simpson. He was united in marriage to the former Elaine Perrin on June 28, 1953 in Dowagiac. He was employed as a truck driver in the logging industry and driving mobile homes to their sites. Earl was a well known stock car driver for over twenty years in the area. He appeared at tracks in Mottville, New Paris, South Bend, Hartford and Plymouth. He was a faith filled member of the Word of Life Family Worship Center. Earl's loving family includes his wife of 56 years Elaine Simpson of Dowagiac, his children Lynn (William) Spooner of Dowagiac, Randy S. ( Diane) Simpson of Dowagiac, and Ricky Simpson of Mishawaka, 13 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and one great great grandchild, a brother Floyd “Junior” ( Rachel) Simpson of Dowagiac and several nieces and nephews. Earl passed away on Thursday December 17, 2009 at his home. He is preceded in death by his parents, sons Mike and Ronnie Simpson, daughter in law Denise Simpson and brother Ralph Simpson. His family will gather with friends on Tuesday from 1-3 p.m. at Yazel & Clark Chapel where his funeral service will be held on Tuesday at 3 p.m. led by Pastor Ron Cooper. He will be laid to rest in Riverside Cemetery, Dowagiac. Memorial contributions may be directed to Cass County Cancer Services or Hospice at Home. Please sign his memory book and leave a message for the family at www.yazel-clark.com.