William David Simpson Jr.

William graduated from Hawkins High School and enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. He honorably served three years and four months as an Ammunition Technician. He received an honorable discharge in 2016. William earned the Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Medal, Korean Defense Service Medal, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, A letter of Appreciation and the Sharpshooters Rifle Qualification Badge. William had one child; daughter Charlee, which he absolutely loved and adored. Charlee was the light of his life.

William is survived by his father, Chuck Burnett and wife Amanda; mother Jeannie Burnett; Longtime girlfriend, and mother to his child, Kristina Manning; daughter, Charlee Simpson; sister, Kira Burnett, as well as a number of longtime close friends.

He is preceded in death by his grandfather, Dewey Townsend.

A time of visitation with his family will be held Thursday, April 22, 2021 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Lakeview Funeral Home, 5000 West Harrison Road, Longview, Texas 75604. Funeral services will occur Friday, April 23, 2021 at 10:00 AM, 5000 West Harrison Road, Longview, Texas 75604. Graveside services will immediately follow in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, 5000 West Harrison Road, Longview, Texas 75604.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.lakeviewfh.com for the Simpson family.