Lonnie Clyde Simpson

Lonnie C. (“Bud”) Simpson, born on November 14, 1935 in Billingsley, Alabama, passed away at age 82 on July 30, 2018 in Mulberry, Florida. He served in the United States Air Force from 1955 to 1974; the United States Civil Service from 1974 to 1994; and as an Internal Revenue Service Enrolled Agent from 1994 through 2017. Lonnie was the beloved husband of the late Elaine (Green) Simpson. He was preceded in death by his sister, Annette Stange, and his grandson, Jeremiah G. Simpson. Lonnie is survived by his sons Jeffrey L. Simpson, Stephen C. Simpson and Lonnie L. Simpson; and grandchildren James G. Simpson; Hunter L. Simpson, Hannah E. Simpson and Harper N. Simpson. To remember Lonnie through charitable giving, please donate to the American Cancer Society (www.cancer.org; (800) 227-2345) or to St. Jude Children Research Hospital (www.stjude.org; (800) 805-5856). Lonnie’s family and friends will gather to celebrate his life at the First Baptist Church of Brandon, Florida, 216 North Parsons Avenue, Brandon, Florida, 33501, Monday, August 6, 2018, at 11:00 a.m. They will receive friends beginning at 10:00 a.m.