Regina Adeline Simpson
Regina Adeline Simpson, 96, of Little Rock died August 25,2019. She was born in Hot Springs, Arkansas to Alfred and Minnie Pearrow. She was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, William Robert (Bob) Simpson, her parents and three brothers and two sisters. One sister, Eunitia Olivero resides in Vancouver, Washington. Regina has several nieces and nephews.
After moving to Little Rock, Regina graduated from Little Rock Central High School. She met her future husband, Bob, who lived across the street. They married on January 21, l943 and moved to St. Augustine, Florida where Bob was stationed in the United States Coast Guard and Regina worked for the Federal Government. After World War II, they returned to Little Rock and raised two children. When the children started college, Regina returned to work as an Executive Secretary at Arkansas State Plant Board where she was employed for 21 years.
Regina loved her church, Immanuel Baptist, and was a faithful and active member. She was blessed to have many friends and outstanding teachers at Immanuel. She was especially inspired by W.O Vaught and Mary Paul Reeves. Regina loved her family and was a devoted mother and grandmother. Her faith carried her through the hard times. She loved to laugh and was an eternal optimist. She never met a stranger and loved to talk with people.
Regina is survived by her son, William Robert (Bill) Simpson, her daughter Rebecca (Becky) Simpson Webb and her beloved grandson, Jonathan Mark Web (Julia Barclay Webb). A memorial service will be held on Thursday, August 29th at 10:30 a.m. in the chapel at Immanuel Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Immanuel Baptist Church, 501 N. Shackleford Road, Little Rock, Arkansas 72211. Arrangements are entrusted to Ruebel Funeral Home. Sign the online condolence book at www.ruebelfuneralhome.com.
Published August 28, 2019