Howard Simpson, 79, entered eternal life Tuesday Feb. 13, 2018.

He was preceded in his death by two brothers Willie and Clarence Simpson, sister Lucille Campbell, and grandson Cole Hilfiger. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Joan Simpson; three brothers: Charles Simpson, Harry Simpson and James Simpson; three sons: Billy Coe (Lynnette), Darryl Simpson (Donna), Frankie Simpson (Wanda); two daughters: Donna Coe Hilfiger (Jimmy) and Kim Bowles; 13 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.

Howard loved and cherished all of his friends, family, church, and Prince Edward County.

Viewing will be held Saturday, Feb. 17 from 5-8 p.m. at the Shorter Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held on Sunday, Feb. 18 at 2 p.m. at Pisgah Baptist Church with interment to follow at Trinity Memorial Gardens. Shorter Funeral Home is serving the family.