Willa Jean Simpson

Willa Jean Simpson, 89, of Davenport passed away peacefully Thursday, May 28, 2020 in the comfort of her own home. A funeral service will be held at 10am in the Runge Mortuary Chapel, Wednesday, June 3, 2020, with visitation starting at 9am. She will be laid to rest in Davenport Memorial Park Cemetery. In Lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Genesis Hospice. Online condolences may be left at www.rungemortuary.com.

She was born on December 4, 1930 to William and Wineva (McLin) Tipton in Harris, Missouri. She retired from Ralston Purina in 1985 after 35 years of service. Willa was an amazing gardener, who loved working in her yard and beautiful flowers. With friends, she often went to casinos, concerts and traveled with her sister.

Those left to honor her memory include her daughters, Linda Sue Vasques and Benita Simpson ; sisters Betty (Jay) Stith and Bonnie (Bob) Rowland; brother Billy (Pat) Tipton and numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her daughter Barbara Hobart, parents and three brothers. The family would like to thank Genesis Hospice for their comforting care and compassion.