Raymond J. "Ray" Simpson's obituary , Passed away on February 15, 2026 in Wichita, Kansas

Raymond J. "Ray" Simpson

February 15, 2026

Wichita, Kansas

Raymond J. "Ray" Simpson's obituary , Passed away on February 15, 2026 in Wichita, Kansas

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Downing & Lahey Mortuary

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Raymond J. "Ray" Simpson

February 15, 2026

Wichita, Kansas

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With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Raymond J. Simpson (Wichita, Kansas), who passed away on February 15, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Raymond J. Simpson to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Robert Simpson and Bertha Simpson; his wife Ruth Lorraine Simpson; his sons, Michael Ray Simpson and Brad Bishop; his brother Gary Loren Simpson; his daughter-in-law Amy Dawn Simpson; and his brother-in-law Larry Paul.

He is survived by: his children, Mark Simpson (Julie) and Jan Bishop (Denise); his daughter-in-law Kathy Bishop; and his sister Patsy Paul. He is also survived by ten grandchildren; and six great grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established with the Kansas Firefighters Museum, 1300 South Broadway Street, Wichita, Kansas 67211.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Downing & Lahey Mortuary



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Sat

Feb 21

Visitation

Downing & Lahey West Mortuary
10515 W Maple St, Wichita, KS 67209

Sun

Feb 22

Funeral service

Riverlawn Christian Church
4243 N Meridian Ave, Wichita, KS 67204

Mon

Feb 23

Graveside service

Maize Park Cemetery
13332 West 53rd St N, Maize, KS 67101

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