Sheila J. Simpson
January 27, 1957 – August 10, 2022
A celebration of Sheila’s life will held on Thursday, August 18, 2022 from 5:30 to 8:30 PM at The Bellflower, 4700 West D Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49009. Memorial contributions may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Fund.
Obituary
SIMPSON, Sheila J.
Kalamazoo
Age 65, passed away on Tuesday, August 10, 2022. Sheila was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan on January 27, 1957, the daughter of the late Robert and Era (Bradford) Peebles. On June 14, 1975, she married Jasper L. Simpson, Jr., who passed away on June 6, 2015. Sheila was also preceded in death by her grandson, Matthew Simpson, Jr. and siblings, Franklin Peebles, Gurnia Peebles, Jimmy Peebles, Sharolett Ashby and Mark Peebles. Sheila is survived by her three sons, Brian, Matthew and Cory Simpson; grandchildren, Brendan Cochran and Slade Simpson; brothers, Milton (Linda) Peebles and Roger Peebles; sister, Diane (Ron) Stratton and many nieces and nephews. Sheila retired from the State of Michigan where she worked as a Hearings Coordinator. Her family was the most important part of her life and she especially loved spending time with her grandchildren. Sheila’s family will miss her many qualities, but especially her excellent cooking skills and unconditional love that she gave to everyone. A celebration of Sheila’s life will held on Thursday, August 18, 2022 from 5:30 to 8:30 PM at The Bellflower, 4700 West D Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49009. Memorial contributions may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Fund.
Worked with Sheila for many yrs at DSS. Saw her last at a retirees breakfast. My condolences to your family.
So thankful to call Sheila my friend and coworker. We had the best of times. A beautiful person and that awesome sense of humor. Fantastic cooking and baking skills- still on my body. There is no one like Sheila. Make them happy in Heaven Sheila. You are missed already.
I will miss you Aunt Sheila. You were a vital part of our family. You always told me I was like the daughter you never had. I’ll hold that in my heart forever.
I will forever remember you not only for being a loved co-worker but more “Importantly” our Epic lunch hour Mario battles on Mills St…Fly High my friend and I hope you and JR are “Dancin In The Sky”…Love!
I worked with Sheila at the State. So likeable, engaging, willing to help others, and the best cook with a kind willingness to share her recipes. A truly great person. Was sorry to hear of her passing, as when I last saw her, she was recovering well and hoping to soon be back on her feet. Sad, we never quite made the lunch out away from her apartment as we planned. For her family, am hopeful all your wonderful memories will help bring you peace. She was well loved.