Simpson, William Douglas, Jr., age 62, of Knoxville, passed away Thursday, March 15, 2012 at Fort Sanders Regional Hospital. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, William and Janie Simpson. He is survived by his spouse, Brenda; sons, Willie (Teresa) Simpson and Jacob Simpson; daughters, Kellie Bunch, Mimi Vaulton, Felicia (Stephen) Mikels, Madison Brown, and Gracie Simpson; brothers, Donnie Simpson,and Mike (Dianne) Simpson; sisters, Lavern (Curtis) Flanigan; Susan Simpson; and Katie Simpson; and six grandchildren. Family will receive friends on Monday, March 19th from 6:00 PM until 7:00 PM in the chapel of Berry Funeral Home with a memorial service to follow at 7:00 PM, Rev. Carl Crowe and Rev. Jeff Wood officiating. Condolences may be offered at www.berryfuneralhome.com