Mr. Charles Simpkins age 91, of Crumpler, NC died Monday, April 24, 2017. Mr. Simpkins was born March 18, 1926 in Radford, VA to Charles Peyton and Ocie Phillips Simpkins. Mr. Simpkins was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Claire Marie Simpkins, daughter, Cindy Simpkins, siblings, Warren, Phillip, Geneva, Lillian & Winnie. He was also preceded in death by his beloved companion of 30 years, Brigitte Edwards. Mr. Simpkins served in the US Army during WWII. He loved spending time with his family and being outdoors enjoying nature.
Mr. Simpkins is survived by: Sons, Charles David Simpkins of Deep Gap, Larry Dennis Simpkins and Carl Simpkins both of DE, Daughters, Brenda Soules of Sparta and Regina Trivette of Stokesdale, Brother, Eddie Simpkins of FL, Sister, Barbara Coates of DE, also surviving are several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Words of comfort and remembrance may be viewed or sent to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com.
Badger Funeral Home was entrusted with Mr. Simpkins's arrangements.