Tim R. Simpson's Obituary
Tim R. Simpson, age 57, of Pinckneyville, IL, passed away on Friday, May 27, 2023 at 7:00 a.m. at his home surrounded by his family.
Tim was born on June 12, 1965 in Des Plains, IL, a son to Raymond Odell and Linda (Phillips) Simpson. On November 18, 2000, he married the love of his life, Sarah Coyne at their home in West Chicago, IL. Tim worked as a laborer for the Laborer's Union #4 in Chicago. He was a member of the Oak Grave Baptist Church, Pinckneyville, IL, The Laborer's Union, and the Fraternal Order of the Eagles, Pinckneyville, IL. Tim enjoyed fishing, hunting, riding his motorcycle, and collecting sports memorabilia epically the Chicago Bears. He also enjoyed following the Pinckneyville Panthers especially going to basketball games. Tim loved spending time with his family. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
Survivors include his wife, Sarah Simpson of Pinckneyville, IL; one son Nick (Erica) Simpson of Wheelersburg, OH; one brother, Brian (Laurie) Simpson of West Chicago, IL; one grandson, Easton Simpson of Wheelersburg, OH; mother-in-law, Margaret Coyne of Pinckneyville, IL; one Pitbull, Lumpy; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents; stepfather, Sonny Kunkle; father-in-law, Michael Coyne; and two English Bulldogs, Burford and Winston.
It was Tim's wishes to be cremated. A celebration of life will be at a later date.
Memorial donations may be made to the family at Murphy Wall Bank, Pinckneyville, IL.
Pyatt Funeral Home, Pinckneyville, IL has been entrusted with arrangements.
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