Homer Lee Simpson, age 74, of Mocksville (formally of Asheboro), NC, passed away peacefully at his home on July 1, 2022.
Homer was born on February 8, 1948, in Surry County, NC. He was the son of the late Sam and Lula (Wood) Simpson. In addition to his mother and father, Homer was preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Ila Ruth (Dowell) Simpson, his brothers Troy, Wayne, Harry, and Raymond Simpson, sisters Mary Ruth Kimmer and Jo Ann Brooks.
In life, Homer graduated from Union Grove High School where he excelled at basketball. He honored our country and served in the United States Army and was awarded numerous metals including National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, W/60 Device, and a Good Conduct Medal. After his time in the military Homer chose a career in the concrete industry where he was a concrete pourer. He loved carp fishing, old blue grass music, and Atlanta Braves Baseball.
Homer is survived by a sister, Deborah Whitt of Mocksville, special niece and nephew, Charlie and Pam Keen, several nieces and nephews, and two special dogs, Maggie and Brownie.
A service for Homer will be held at a later date. Homer will be laid to rest at Grassy Knob Baptist Church Cemetery
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Mountain Valley Hospice or the Davie County Humane Society.
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