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Dellores "Dee" A. Simpson
Dellores "Dee" A. Simpson
Cedar Rapids
Dellores A. Simpson, 81, passed away Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023, at St. Luke’s Transitional Care Center.
Dee was born to Wallace (Wally) and Bessie (Arp) Steffen. She is survived by husband Jerry L Simpson, son Michael Simpson (Alissa), daughters Shelly (Shelby) Simpson and Sue (Terry) Grimm; brother Leo (Joan) Steffen; brother-in-law Frank Boedeker; grandchildren, Adam (Kendra) Simpson, Ryan (Kenzie) Simpson, Spencer Grimm (Katie McCoy), Madee (Jon) Boss; Dee’s “bestie” Cindy Hilsabeck; and many loved family members and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; sister Deanna Boedeker; and nephew Craig Boedeker.
Dee was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She always put others first while fighting against many ailments. She loved painting, playing Scrabble, sitting in the sun, and visiting with guests and family.
Cremation was held privately. Dee’s life will be celebrated at the Maynard Community Hall, Maynard, Iowa, on Friday, Sept. 29, from 3 to 5 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, (so Jerry does not have to water them), memorials and cards may be directed to the family.
Online condolences may be left for the family at iowacremation.com.
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