Karen Brooks Simpsonof Little Rock, AR
September 28, 1957 - August 29, 2024
Karen Brooks Simpson, age 66, of Little Rock, Arkansas went home to be with our Lord and Savior on Thursday, August 29, 2024 after a brief battle with cancer. She passed peacefully at home surrounded by her beloved family and friends and reunites in heaven with her mother, Margaret Ann Carlton Brooks; brothers, David Scott Brooks and Gregory Lyndon Brooks and her husband of 45 years, James Marlon Simpson, Jr., who all preceded her in death.
She is survived by her father, Carl L. Brooks of Little Rock; daughter, Caitlin West and husband, Dr. Andrew West; grandson, Charlie and granddaughter, Ellie all of Bentonville, Arkansas and many nieces and nephews.
Karen was born in Pocahontas, Arkansas and was raised in Little Rock. Karen's world always centered around her husband, Jim and their family. That center expanded with the birth of their daughter, Caitlin and eventually the births of Charlie and Ellie. Family was everything to her. Fiercely loyal, she loved to travel, was an avid reader, enjoyed her Book Club and never met a stranger.
In addition, Karen was an active member of Calvary Baptist Church in Little Rock for over 46 years where she held leadership positions during the Bible study hour with her husband, Jim. Her faith was strong as evidenced by the grace and dignity she exhibited openly during her final months of life. She taught friends and loved ones how to handle the most difficult of battles. It was those same friends she drew strength from during her courageous battle with cancer.
The family would like to express heartfelt thanks to Baptist Health Medical Center, CARTI and Arkansas Hospice. Also, a special thanks for the friendship and unwavering support of Patrick Millwee of Little Rock during Karen's final months.
A visitation will be 5:00pm - 7:00pm on Thursday, September 5, 2024 at Calvary Baptist Church. A celebration of Karen's life will be 10:00am Friday, September 6, 2024 at Calvary Baptist Church followed by a private entombment at Pinecrest Memorial Park.
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Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Chenal Funeral Home
13801 Chenal Parkway
Little Rock, AR 72211
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com