He confessed a hope in Christ and joined Green Mount AME Church and remained a member until his health failed and he moved to Annswood Apartments in Monticello. He united with Kennedy Boulevard Church of Christ under the leadership of Pastor Charlie Vincent, Jr. and remained there until his death.
He was preceded in death by his wife for 55 years, Mrs. Nettie Jane Ridgell, and three of his 10 children, Walter David Simpson, Odenia Simpson Lucas, and Agnes Simpson Lucas.
He was a lover of music and loved to sing. He was a member of the Drew County Singing Convention. You could walk in the room and he would strike up a song and sing to everyone that came to visit him in the room.
He leaves to cherish his memories, three sons, Johnnie (Gwen) Simpson, Tommie (Mae) Simpson and Roy (Beverly) Simpson, all of Monticello, AR; four daughters, Linda Raye Simpson, Annette (Robert) Gardner, Clemy Lambert, all of Monticello, AR, and Gwen (Ronnie) McKenzie of Pine Bluff, AR; 35 grandchildren, 72 great grandchildren, 29 great-great grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends; and a very special friend, Pastor Walter Carter Tucker of Georgia.
Private graveside service will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, March 27, 2020 at Green Mount Cemetery. Arrangements by Stephenson-Dearman. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(26)
Truman
Star city, AR Thursday, April 1, 2021 We love brother AW and we miss getting to visit him until we get to heavenCarolyn Riley
White Plains, MD Thursday, April 2, 2020 My condolences to the Simpson family and May God Continue to Bless and Strengthen youPaul Tucker
Cleveland, GA Wednesday, April 1, 2020 My father is Pastor Walter Carter Tucker who is mentioned in Mr. Dub’s obituary. My dad has talked about Dub my whole life and it was my honor to have met him several times. Every single time I left his presence with the knowledge that I had been with one of Gods choice servants.Misty Wilhite
Monticello, AR Tuesday, March 31, 2020 Oh, I am so sorry to hear this news about Mr. A.W. He was the sweetest and most humble man. He had a cassette he would play every time I would go to see him. He always brightened my days! He loved music, he loved people and most of all his family. He never met a stranger!! Rest In Peace Mr. A.W., you will be missed!Love Misty. (Home Health)
Mary Murray
Monticello, AR Monday, March 30, 2020 So sorry to hear of your father's passing. Love and prayers for your family.Tina Ferguson
MONTICELLO, AR Friday, March 27, 2020 My heart is heavy learning of Mr. Simpson's passing. When I worked at City Park School, Mr. Simpson was always smiling and singing. He was a true gentleman and will be missed.Tina Ferguson
Wanda Hutson
Bryant, AR Friday, March 27, 2020 Condolences to the Simpson family. Mr. Dub had such a beautiful spirit. I never spoke with him when he wasn’t speaking about Jesus. He will be missed.Wanda Hutson
Chester Hutson
Bryant, AR Friday, March 27, 2020 Early childhood memories of you will always be in my heart, and no doubt when I think of them I will be thinking of you. You were truth, a light and a guide to many in the neighborhood. I will never forget you. You will be missed.Chester Hutson JR.
Sammy Simpson
Monticello, AR Friday, March 27, 2020 nephewYvette Wright
Monticello, AR Friday, March 27, 2020 Sorry for your loss.God bless you and your family.
Brenda Binns
Monticello, TX Thursday, March 26, 2020 I’m praying for strength and comfort for the family. Oh how the Precious Memories Will last forever. Look to God for everything. Praise God for the life he lived😘Jane Jo Summerford
Monticello, AR Thursday, March 26, 2020 I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Simpson was a great person.Cynthia Williams
Monticello, AR Thursday, March 26, 2020 Sorry for your loss.Odell Davis Family
Monticello, AR Thursday, March 26, 2020 Much Love from the Odell Davis FamilyGlenda Strickland/BOM
Monticello, AR Thursday, March 26, 2020 It was a pleasure getting to know Mr. Simpson here at Belle View Estates.I truly enjoyed his singing and preaching. He loved talking about the Lord.
We will truly miss him.
Faye Harris-Greene
FLAT ROCK, MI Thursday, March 26, 2020 So sorry for your lost.So sorry for your lost, praying for the family!
Jerry Shepherd
Monticello, AR Thursday, March 26, 2020 Condolences from the Shepherd familyLinda F Lucas
Monticello, AR Thursday, March 26, 2020 Praying for my familyEverett’s
Monticello, AR Thursday, March 26, 2020 To the Simpson Family, We send our sincere condolences. From all of us near and far to all of you. To God be the Glory.Arthur
Hamburg, AR Thursday, March 26, 2020 Rest In Peace I luv you.Mary Washington-Gragg
, AR Thursday, March 26, 2020 I'm sad, I loved my cousin, I'm so glad I got to be part of his life. He's last grand child of my great grandmother. He's going to be missed but never forgotten. RIL my dear cousin Dub💔!Pastor David &Marilyn Simpson
Taylor, MI Wednesday, March 25, 2020 Hi family we are so sorry for the loss of our love one.Wish we could be there.But because of only 10 people can attend we want be there but we will be praying that God give us strength through this.Much love Pastor Dave and Marilyn Simpson.Larry & Bonita Yount
Monticello, AR Wednesday, March 25, 2020 He loved to talk about God and was a precious man and he will be missed.James and Gladys Youngblood
Monticello, AR Wednesday, March 25, 2020 Our sympathy to the Family. Remembering Dub in years gone by.Pearline Bealer
Monticello, AR Wednesday, March 25, 2020 To the Simpson family May God have mercy on your family For reading the whole family 14 C. John Mr. Simpson have gain His Mansion a prepare place for prepare People God Bless each of youMelanie Rawls
Monticello, AR Tuesday, March 24, 2020 To the family you are in our prayers. This was a great man. I always enjoyed talking to him . He will be missed ,