Carole Schulingkamp Simpson

Carole Schulingkamp Simpson passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, November 29, 2021 at the age of 85. She was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on December 8, 1935 to Christian (Whitey) and Ethel Reynolds Schulingkamp. She resided in Metairie, Louisiana. Carole was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Henry Donald Simpson whom she was married to for 61 years, her son; Timothy Francis Simpson, and her brothers; Donald Schulingkamp and Ronald Schulingkamp. Carole is survived by her three daughters; Kristen Lingle (David), Glynis Silva (Douglas), Blythe Pippin (Greg); daughter-in-law, Michelle Plessala Simpson (Timothy); and her nephew, Ronald Schulingkamp (Melanie), whom she treated as a son. Carole (affectionately known as Honey) is also survived by her grandchildren; Rayce Silva, Brock Lingle, Landis Silva, Lacey Lingle, Luke Lingle, Shale Silva, Carden Pippin, Briley Pippin and Bence Silva. Honey devoted her life to her nine grandchildren and will continue to influence their lives. She graduated from St. Joseph Academy (class of 1953) and remained close to her classmates. In her career, she worked at Whitney Bank and later left to raise her family. Carole was active in her community, loved to attend daily Mass, host parties, cook, quilt, babysit, play cards, and participated in numerous social groups. She enjoyed time with her grandchildren and never missed weekly Tuesday dinners, sporting events, dance recitals and school activities. The family would like to give special thanks to Father Billy of St. Ann Church and Shrine, the staff of Old Metairie Gardens, Dr. Robert Ryan, and Lauren Manna (Tandem Physical Therapy). A visitation will be held Saturday, December 18, 2021 from 9:00 AM-11:00 AM at St. Ann Church and Shrine, 3601 Transcontinental Drive, Metairie, LA 70006 followed by Mass at 11:00 AM. The interment will follow the Mass at Lake Lawn Park Cemetery. Donations in her name will be accepted at the National Shrine of Blessed Francis Xavier Seelos, 919 Josephine Street, New Orleans, Louisiana 70130.