James Michael Simpson
James Michael Simpson
Funeral services for James Michael Simpson, 64, West Plains, Missouri, will be held at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at the Langston Street Chapel of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Mr. Simpson passed away at 11:59 p.m., Monday, March 6, 2023, at Cox South, Springfield, Missouri.
He was born March 28, 1958, at Kansas City, Missouri, to James Edward Simpson and Dorothy Mae Smallwood Simpson. Before his retirement, James worked on the bridge crew of the Burlington-Northern Railroad. He was a hard worker who fought hard, was a loyal friend and a man of his word. He loved his family, enjoyed pestering them and was there at any moment he was needed. James was very adventurous and loved the outdoors; he enjoyed fishing, hunting, farming and most recently loved making fishing rods. He will be missed.
He is survived by three children, Jamie Simpson, Shannah Wood and husband, Brent and Brooke Robertson; five grandchildren he adored, Mason Bryan, Riley Simpson, Hunter McCullough, Chloe Simpson and Hadley Wood; special friends that called him Papa that he loved very much, McKenzie, Emma, Breezlie, Kinsley and Eli; one brother, Joe (Jody) Simpson; two sisters, Brenda Brotherton and husband, Doug and Cathy Klein; one sister-in-law, Gina Simpson; and several nieces and nephews.
His parents, one daughter-in-law, Christina Simpson, one brother, Dennis Simpson, one sister, Karen Coursey and three brothers-in-law, Gary Coursey, Mike Barnes and Greg Klein preceded him in death.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, at the Langston Street Chapel of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Howell Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Children’s Miracle Network or St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775.
Larry and Pam Coffman
March 8, 2023 @ 2:18 pm
So very sorry for your loss. Jimmy was a friend of ours, for many years. He loved you kids and his grands so much. Prayers.
Joyce James
March 8, 2023 @ 9:19 pm
I am so very sorry to learn of Jimmy’s passing! He’s a longtime friend!! Prayers for the family??
Janet Parker
March 13, 2023 @ 5:31 pm
So sorry to hear about Jimmy’s passing. He was my friend since 2nd grade. He will be missed. ??
Teresa Eldringhoff romans
March 8, 2023 @ 5:34 pm
Simpson family, so very sorry to hear of Jimmy’s passing. Prayers for you all and may he rest in peace.
Greg and Renee Stephens
March 8, 2023 @ 6:46 pm
Greg and I are are so sorry for your family’s loss.
Jimmy was our friend for many years and we think the world of his precious kids and grandkids, as well as the rest of his family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this most difficult time.
Love and hugs?
Greg and Renee
Laura. Pendergrass
March 8, 2023 @ 6:50 pm
I am so sorry for your loss. Jimmy was a good guy. He will be missed. Prayers for all the family.
David & Mallory Snodgras
March 8, 2023 @ 6:55 pm
We are so sorry for your loss! Jimmy was a great man who we always enjoyed visiting with. You all will be in our prayers!
Tammy Cathey
March 8, 2023 @ 7:43 pm
So sorry for your loss. I enjoyed waiting on him & he enjoyed aggravating me every chance he got. He was my customer but more he was a friend.
Tammy Barnes
March 8, 2023 @ 10:44 pm
Jamie & Chloe. I am so sorry to here about your dad and paw paw. If I can help, please contact me.
Beth Weldon
March 9, 2023 @ 8:48 am
Brooke, Chuck and I are so sorry to hear about your dad. Sending our love and prayers for comfort to you and your family.
Teresa Sexton and family
March 9, 2023 @ 2:05 pm
My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you always. May the Lord comfort you and keep you. So very sorry for your loss. Rest in peace Jimmy.
Jeff Barton
March 9, 2023 @ 4:41 pm
Sorry to hear Jiimmy was a friend and fellow railroader and fisherman R.I.P.
Mike and Diana Pace
March 10, 2023 @ 3:20 pm
We are very sorry to learn of Jimmy’s passing. Our deepest condolences.