Jean L Simpson

Our beloved mother, Jean L Simpson 87 earned her angel wings on December 12, 2024 with her family by her side at Avamere Senior Living. Jean was born April 11, 1937 in DeQueen, Arkansas to Clarence and Majorie Coleman. She was the oldest of 6 children. She received a Public School Diploma from the state of Idaho on May 23,1951. She married the love of her life Arnold Simpson in Rupert, Idaho and celebrated their 61st anniversary on October 23, 2024. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Baptized August 5th of 1968. Arnold and Jean were sealed for all eternity on June 12 1993 at the Seattle temple. Jean was a hardworking loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great- great grandmother. She worked as a waitress and cook at Harrington Restaurant for many years. She also worked at Carnation Potato Processing Plant. She went to BBCC to earn her Paraeducator Certificate and spent over 10 years at Larson Heights Elementary helping teachers and students. Jean had many interests which included teaching her children how to love the outdoors and care for animals. She had several hobbies including crocheting, knitting, quilting, puzzles, reading, sewing, bowling, camping, fishing at O’Sullivan Dam and Camp Hosting at Georgetown Lake in Anaconda MT. Family and friends were excited to receive some of her handmade projects. But she was most proud of contributing knitted/crochet hats to newborn babies at Samaritan Hospital in Moses Lake. She was well known for having a green thumb for both indoor/outdoor plants and flowers. She had an amazing garden. She cherished family BBQ’s, Birthday parties and holiday get-togethers. She was a die hard Seahawk fan with the Mariners coming in second place. But, she loved her football. Jean is survived by her children, Jeannette (Dan) Krumm, Manson Wa, Keith (Caye) Simpson, Carolyn (Jay) Johnson and Arna (Randy) Johnson all of Moses Lake. Her sister Ida Knutson, 9 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren and 4 great- great grandchildren. Numerous nieces and nephews. Lena, her dog. She is preceded in death by her husband Arnold (Arnie) Simpson, her parents, her grandson Scott Johnson and 4 of her siblings. Special thanks to Avamere Senior Living for taking such good care of our Mom, Assured Hospice for all the loving support. It takes a village and we had an amazing one! Services will be Friday December 20, 2024 at The Church of Latter Day Saints, 925 North Grape Dr, Moses Lake WA at 11:00. There will be a luncheon afterwards all are encouraged to attend.

Jean L Simpson

April 11, 1937 - December 12, 2024