Samuel Edgerton Simpson Jr. Obituary
The family of Samuel Edgerton Simpson Jr. of Ruston, Louisiana announces his passing on October 21, 2026. Samuel, born on October 11, 1940, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Samuel Edgerton Simpson Jr. or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Sam Simpson Sr. and Mary Simpson; his wife Dorothy Bond Simpson; and his brother John Simpson. He is survived by: his children, Shannon Penix (Greg) of Athens, Louisiana and Scott Simpson (Alice) of Madison, Alabama; his stepdaughters, Sonya Riddick and Cheryl Bertrand; his grandchildren, Preston Simpson (Hannah) of Madison, Peyton Simpson of West Palm Beach, Jacob London of Shreveport and Ragan Penix of Athens, Louisiana; his stepgrandchildren, James, Noah and Holly; his great grandchildren, Harper, Madelyn and Sophie; and his cousins, Wayne Simpson and Claude Simpson Jr..
Visitation was held on Sunday, October 25th 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Forest Park Funeral Home (1201 Louisiana Ave, Shreveport, LA 71101). A graveside service was held on Sunday, October 25th 2026 at 12:00 PM at the Forest Park West Cemetery (4000 Meriwether Rd, Shreveport, LA 71109).
