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Paul Dean Simpson of the Betsey/Meadow Creek community passed away at his home on October 8, 2026, at the age of 84.
He was born on October 28, 1941, to Dean and Mazie (Barnett) Simpson. He is preceded in death by his parents and 2 brothers, Lloyd and Mack Simpson.
He is survived by his wife, Carolyn Sue (Watkins) Simpson, of 62 years, one daughter, Laura LaShel (Mark) Hodges, one Son, Daron Scott (Jennifer) Simpson, 2 grandchildren, Chelsea (Jacob) Bridges, Zachary, (Nikki) Simpson and 2 great grandchildren, Jaci Bridges, Grayson Simpson and 1 brother, Curtis Jack (Deevon) Simpson.
After his father passed and his mother became very ill, he and his brother were taken to the Masonic Home in Louisville where he grew up. He graduated from Wagner High School in Louisville, Kentucky. He went on and graduated from Lindsey Wilson College and Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green Kentucky.
He taught for 3 years at Wayne County High School. He then started working for the state as a Regional Director for the Department of Social Insurance, where he retired.
He was saved at a young age while living at the Masonic Home in Louisville Kentucky. He was a member of the Meadow Creek Baptist Church where he raised his children. He served as a Decon, Sunday School teacher, Bible Study teacher and preached some services. He was very knowledgeable of the Bible and enjoyed talking to others about God and Salvation. He also preached at other churches when asked.
On May 4, 2016, he became a member at Faith Baptist Church where he served as a Deacon and sang in the choir for the past 10 years.
He was a Mason of the Wayne County Masonic Lodge # 431.
He loved being outside where he built several rock walls around his home, his flower gardens and for other people. He was a talented wood worker and made several beautiful pieces of furniture. He also loved helping others by helping to build their homes and making repairs on their homes and helping with landscaping. He enjoyed working with mom in their flower gardens. He could make anything grow. He enjoyed riding all types of motorcycles and being on the lake fishing and skiing with his family.
Per his request, there will be no services. In lieu of flowers/gifts, please make donations to the Mark Hodges Scholarship Fund in care of the Wayne County High School, Masons, Gideons or Hospice.
He was a good Christian man and will truly be missed by his family and friends.
Aunt Carolyn,
I am so deeply sorry for the loss of Uncle Paul. Looking back, I have the fondest memories of the summers Nicole and I spent in Kentucky at your house. You and Uncle Paul always made sure we had anything and everything we could possibly need while we were there. We always had the absolute best time with you guys—especially riding the dirt bikes up on the mountain and making the different colored sand. Uncle Paul was so incredibly generous and kind, and he will be missed terribly. Holding you all close in my heart and wishing you comfort and peace.
My prayers and condolences to you Carolyn and your children and grandchildren. I am Norman and vena lovells youngest daughter, Brenda. I met you and your family when I was saved and baptized at meadow Creek Baptist Church. And road the school bus with your children. Your husband ,father and grandfather was one of the most soft spoken ,kind person I have ever met. He made meadow Creek church a warmer ,more loving and safe place for us kids. I am so glad to have been neighbors and grow up around good people like u all in the creek where me and my dad’s family were raised. Know u are loved and remembered always. And may we look forward to that great reunion in heaven with our saviour , Jesus Christ and all our loved ones. The best is yet to come!
Carolyn, this is Mike Phelps, I just learned today about Paul’s passing. I am so very sorry. He was a good friend and a good boss.
I will be keeping you all in my prayers.