Obituary for Dorothy A. Simpson
Dorothy A. Simpson 88, of Pekin passed away on Tuesday September 23, 2008 at Morton Terrace. She was born in Lafayette, IN on December 30, 1919 to James and Zelpha McGuire Fry. Dorothy married Harlan Simpson in Pekin, he preceded her in death in 1984. Also preceding were sons; Phillip D. and Michael D. Simpson. Surviving is her son Larry J. Simpson of Peoria, brother James R. Fry of Bloomington, sister Mary Auersa of Massachusetts and her 12 grand, 5 great grandchildren. Dorothy was a cook and waitress at several area restaurants and was a member of the Eagles Lodge in Peoria and the V.F.W. in Pekin. A visitation will be held at Abts Mortuary on Friday September 26, from 5 to 7 p.m. with cremation rites to follow. Memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. Abts Mortuary is assisting the family with arrangements.
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