Kent Simpkins' Obituary
Funeral services for Kent Simpkins, 72, of Longview will be held at 11 AM Monday, June 25, 2018 in the Chapel of Rader Funeral Home of Longview with Kenny Butler officiating. Burial will follow at Hallsville Cemetery. Mr. Simpkins passed away Thursday morning at his home. The family will receive friends Sunday afternoon from 4-6 PM at the funeral home.
Kent was born on January 8, 1946, in Ada, Oklahoma to Cecil and Boyce Simpkins. After high school he proudly served his country in the United States Air Force, and the National Guard. He worked for many years selling cars at Pegues Hurst Ford. He loved being outdoors, hunting, fishing, boating, skiing, camping and spending time at the deer lease. He had a personality as big as Dallas and he was easy to remember. Kent loved people and never said an ugly word about anyone. He loved serving his community and was involved in the VFW, Eagles Lodge, and was the Exalted Ruler of the Elks Lodge for many years. Above all else, Mr. Simpkins was a family man and loved his family dearly. He was especially proud of his children and grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and his brother, Monty Simpkins.
Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 31 years, Katie Simpkins; his son, Bryan Simpkins and wife Tonya of Longview, daughters, Angela Folds and husband Chad of Austin, TX, Lisa Wright and husband Walt of Hallsville, TX, and Susan Mullikin of Houston, TX; sisters Arnon Styles and Yvonne Butler, and Rhonda Pettigrew; grandchildren Tim Wehunt, Chris Wehunt, Kayla Wehunt, Macy Simpkins, Austin Young, Brandon Young, and Collin Wright; 2 great grandchildren; his special cousin Savanna Hill; numerous nieces, nephews and other family members.
The family request that memorial donation be made to Hospice of East Texas, 4111 University Blvd. Tyler, TX 75701, or to the charity of your choice.
A memorial guestbook may be signed online at www.raderfh.com.
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