Doretha Simpson's obituary , Passed away on January 7, 2026 in Suffolk, Virginia

Doretha Simpson

December 12, 1956 - January 7, 2026 (69 years old)

Suffolk, Virginia

Doretha Simpson's obituary , Passed away on January 7, 2026 in Suffolk, Virginia

Funeral arrangement under the care of
T.E. Cooke-Overton Funeral Home, Inc.

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Doretha Simpson

December 12, 1956 - January 7, 2026 (69 years old)

Suffolk, Virginia

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Doretha Simpson Obituary

The world bids farewell to Doretha Simpson of Suffolk, Virginia, departing on January 7, 2026 at the age of 69. Doretha leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Doretha Simpson or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

She was predeceased by: her parents, George Lee Hunter and Bessie Lee Hunter; her daughter Shatae Simpson; and her siblings, Janice Hunter, Stella Jones, Willie Hunter, Richard Hunter and Herman Hunter.

She is survived by: her son La'Tron Simpson; her siblings, Emma Hunter, Alice Jordan and George Bazemore; and her grandchildren, Alonta Brown, Alaysha Brown and London Vanalystyne Simpson.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
T.E. Cooke-Overton Funeral Home, Inc.



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Wed

Jan 14

Visitation

T.E. Cooke-Overton Funeral Home
405 Johnson Ave, Suffolk, VA 23434

Thu

Jan 15

Celebration of life

New Gospel Temple
236 Mineral Spring Rd, Suffolk, VA 23438

Thu

Jan 15

Burial

Holly Lawn Cemetery
1525 N Main St, Suffolk, VA 23434

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