Zelma Simpson's obituary , Passed away on May 13, 2019 in Mendota, Illinois

Zelma Simpson

May 23, 1925 - May 13, 2019 (93 years old)

Mendota, Illinois

Zelma Simpson's obituary , Passed away on May 13, 2019 in Mendota, Illinois

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Merritt Funeral Home

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Zelma Simpson

May 23, 1925 - May 13, 2019 (93 years old)

Mendota, Illinois

Zelma Simpson Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Zelma Simpson (Mendota, Illinois), born in Wayne, Illinois, who passed away on May 13, 2019 at the age of 93. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Zelma Simpson to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Amor Williamson and Emma Williamson (Jones); her son Michael (Bud); and her sisters, Fern Archer, Doris Yost and Maxine Headley.

She is survived by: her husband Robert "Bud" Simpson; her daughter Judy Gehrke (Del) of Iowa City, IA; her grandchildren, Michelle Gehrke and Brad Gehrke (Tina); and her great grandchildren, Jessica Hunter (Caylin Hauptmann), Chase Gehrke and Otto Gehrke. She is also survived by many nephews and nieces.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Merritt Funeral Home



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Merritt Funeral Home
800 Monroe St, Mendota, IL 61342

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May 17

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800 Monroe St, Mendota, IL 61342

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