of Jonesboro, AR
June 2, 1934 - January 5, 2025
Hilda Geraldine Simpson, age 90, passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025 at The Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro, AR. She was born on June 21, 1934 in Walnut Corner, AR to Everett ''Jerald'' and Frieda Mae (Sawyers) Smith. Hilda worked for many years at General Electric before retiring. She was a member of Central Baptist Church in Jonesboro. Hilda was a talented singer and songwriter and she loved cooking and flower gardening.
She is preceded in death by her parents; granddaughter, Tonya Nicole; an unnamed infant granddaughter and sisters, Norma Simpson, Connie Smith and Glenda Morrow.
Left to remember Hilda are her loving husband of 75 years, J.L. Simpson; sons, David (Karen) Simpson and Steven (Karen) Simpson; daughter, Debra (Jerry) Niswonger; grandchildren, Joshua, Brandi, Erika, Katelyn, Hunter and Grant; 6 great grandchildren; brother, Dexter Smith and many family, friends and loved ones.
A funeral will be held at 11am on Friday, January 24, 2025 at Roller Farmers Union Funeral Home (1900 W. Washington Ave. Jonesboro, AR 72401) with Joshua Niswonger officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Zion Cemetery in Walcott, AR.
Visitation will precede the funeral service beginning at 10am.
Honored to serve as pallbearers are Hunter Simpson, Grant Simpson, Joshua Niswonger, Carson Cowart, Cason Cowart, Josh Barron and Nathan Waddell.
Arrangements are under the care of Roller Farmers Union Funeral Home.
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8 Condolence(s)
Barbara Anderson
Sunday, January 12, 2025
Debbie and Josh, I am so sorry to hear of your mother/grandmother’s passing. Much love to you and God bless and be with you and the rest of your families.
LaJuana Warner
Sunday, January 12, 2025
Hilda was a special lady. Her love for Jesus was evident in everything she did and said. I was blessed to know her and send my sympathy to J.L. and all of her family. She is praising her Savior all the day long.
Joyce neyman
Thursday, January 9, 2025
JL and family, I am so sorry for your loss of Hilda. She was a special person and loved the Lord. I enjoyed knowing her and many in our Sunday school.class will miss her. May the Lord bless you and fill the hole in your heart with His love. Joyce Neyman
Wanda Slatton
Tuesday, January 7, 2025
JL and family. I’m so sorry about Hilda. I know you will miss her terribly but now she can rest. I loved her.
Wanda Slatton
Joe and Jeannie Richmond
Tuesday, January 7, 2025
With a heavy heart we say goodbye. Hilda was a very kind and beautiful person inside and out. She had a way of making everyone fill at home when you were around her. I know that the angels are rejoicing. All our love joe and Jeannie Richmond
Antonio & Stephanie Davis
Tuesday, January 7, 2025
The first time I ever met Grandma Hilda she was in her late 60’s & I remember telling Josh how sassy & cute she was and her very elegant style but I was so glad to see his son get to enjoy a great grandmother and watch in photos over the years she always played with Asher with such joy singing and playing piano with him. She made our house happy to see her live in a memory for years to come. I know she will be missed. Our deepest sympathy goes to her family for your loss. Praying for you all! Eternal peace
Barbara croom
Monday, January 6, 2025
Sorry.She was a loving cousin I'll never forget always laughing. Singing Happy ready to help outers it was great to be with her always. God Bless.
Maria
Monday, January 6, 2025
Steve and family, sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. She was a wonderful human being. Sending our thoughts and prayers for the days to come.