Robert William Simpson

He was born in Taunton, Massachusetts on September 11, 1944, the youngest son of Louis and Alice (Haupert) Simpson, and was raised by his Aunt Dot and Aunt Elsie in Taunton.

The family recalls that he had a sense of humor like no other, and was a hard worker, working 60 to 80 hours a week trying to provide for his family.

He married Gloria Francis on July 27, 1974, and together they celebrated 36 years of marriage. Bob adopted two of Gloria’s sons and raised them as his own.

He loved traveling and took trips to Florida, Missouri, Nashville, Pigeon Forge, and the Grand Canyon.

Bob loved listening to music and riding his motorcycle. While riding his bike, he felt that he was free.

Bob loved his family, especially his Grandchildren, who affectionately called him the “Gum Man.” His favorite time of year was Christmas.

He became ill at the age of 44, and lost his sight at the age of 62. He was always in pain but never complained. Bob was an inspiration to his family, and had a good life with his wife and children. He considered himself luckier than most.

Surviving are his wife of 36 years, Gloria A. Simpson; seven children, Michael J. Simpson and wife Susie of Johnston, RI, Michael W. Simpson of Mexico, David Simpson of Johnston, RI., Scott Simpson and wife Anne of Johnston, RI., Anthony Simpson and wife Mary Lin of Sanford, Robert Simpson of Providence, RI., and Paul Francis and wife Tammy of Mexico; a sister, Ruth Gauthier of Ocala, FL., a brother Louis Simpson of Hartfield, CT., two aunts, Dot Rose of Taunton, MA., and Elsie Simpson of Taunton, MA; seventeen grandchildren; two great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents.