David Samuel Simpson

David was born on September 22, 1945, in Inglewood, California, to Bertram Henry Simpson and Ethel Guptill Simpson. He grew up in California and sold insurance before eventually moving to Oregon. He later found the love of his life, Chuchi, through a pen-pal correspondence, and they married. They were married for 33 years. After retiring from selling insurance, he focused on real estate. What began as a side business became what some might call an obsession, but to him, it was simply rewarding.

He was a devoted member of Salem Alliance Church, where he enjoyed serving as an usher for several years. He was a proud member of Salem Lodge No. 4 of the Masons, serving twice as Worshipful Master. David could be stubborn as a mule or set in his ways, but he also had a tender heart. He later joined the Al Kader Shriners because he believed in their mission to help children. He enjoyed participating in hospital visits and riding novelty bathtubs and ATVs in parades. Above all, he found fulfillment in bringing smiles to children’s faces.

He enjoyed traveling and once dreamed of touring the entire United States by RV. He felt free on the open road, especially during our Sunday afternoon drives to the coast or wherever the road might take us. One regret was that he never had the opportunity to drive the entire length of Route 66 before he became unable to travel for extended periods.

David is survived by his wife, Chuchi; his son, Brian (Anna) Simpson; his daughter, Michelle Hope; and his grandchildren, Aeris, Garren, and Amber.

A viewing will be held on Friday, November 20, 2026, from 10 a.m. to noon at Salem Alliance Church, 555 Gaines St. NE, Salem, OR 97303. The funeral service will begin at noon at the same location. Following the service, burial will take place at 2:30 p.m. at Belcrest Memorial Park, 1295 Browning Ave. S, Salem, OR 97302.

"Life is measured not by the years we live, but by the love we give and the lives we touch."