Beverly Jean Major Simpson

Beverly Simpson, 87, a resident of Gonzales, passed away peacefully at The Crossing Clarity Hospice on Sunday, September 3, 2017. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. Beverly is survived by her three children, Cynthia Stafford and husband Louis, Chet Simpson and wife Gay, Randy Simpson and wife Bonnie; Grandchildren, Sheree Gauthier (Andre), Lee Stafford, Kelli Simpson Bagwell , Jacey Lambert (Jake), Cade Simpson, Quinn Simpson and Korey Simpson; Great grandchildren, Landon and Maci Gauthier, Jaden and Caitlyn Stafford, Ethan Bagwell, Corin and Cara Waguespack and Cole and Julian Simpson; and her sister-in-law Carol Ann Burns. She was preceded in death by her parents Edgar and Lucille Major, brothers Edgar Jr. and Donald Major, sister Lucille (Babylou) Ruiz, former husband Elvin Chester Simpson, sister in laws, Rita Roussel and Nita Gautreau, brothers in law, Malcolm and Ray Simpson.

She had a strong faith and loved her family more than anything. She was her happiest at home cooking for her family and friends. She also loved attending her weekly card I games and when Beverly left her house she was dressed up and matching from head to toe. She had a sharp mind to the end and accepted God’s calling with the grace of an angel. Her age never diminished her youthful spirit.

Pallbearers are Cade Simpson, Quinn Simpson, Ethan Bagwell, Landon Gauthier, Lee Stafford, Ronnie Swinehart. Honorary pallbearers are Korey Simpson and Andre Gauthier. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Lance LaMotte for his compassion and exceptional care throughout the years. Visiting at Ourso Funeral Home Wednesday, September 6, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral mass Thursday, September 7, at 9:30 a.m. with viewing from 10:30 to 11:00 a.m., at St. John Catholic Church, with burial to follow.You may visit our website to offer condolences at www.oursofh.com.

Arrangements under the direction of Ourso Funeral Home, Gonzales, LA.