John "Jack" Edward Simpson's obituary , Passed away on April 30, 2025 in Jackson, Michigan

John "Jack" Edward Simpson

June 15, 1937 - April 30, 2025 (87 years old)

Jackson, Michigan

John "Jack" Edward Simpson's obituary , Passed away on April 30, 2025 in Jackson, Michigan

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Cole Funeral Chapel

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John "Jack" Edward Simpson

June 15, 1937 - April 30, 2025 (87 years old)

Jackson, Michigan

John Edward Simpson Obituary

In loving memory of John Edward Simpson of Jackson, Michigan, who departed this world on April 30, 2025 at the age of 87. John leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of John Edward Simpson to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Franklin Arnold and Grace Elizabeth Simpson (Paul); his wife Gwendolyn Lapan; his son John Allen Collins; his brother Robert Anthony Simpson; and his granddaughters, Delyn and Celora Thompson.

He is survived by: his daughters, Colleen Thompson (Dean) of Jackson and Elizabeth Fink (James) of Ypsilanti; his grandchildren, Valisa Bristle (Marcus), Jonathan Thompson, Elizabeth Fink, Andrew Fink (Lauren), Samuel Fink (Kelsey), James Fink (Simon), Isaiah Fink (Mercy), Phoebe Ziegler (Dan), Lesleann Perry and Nicole Perry; and his close friend Orville. He is also survived by many great-grandchildren.

Memorial contributions may be made to Jack's family.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Cole Funeral Chapel



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