Elden Kent Simpson

Elden Kent Simpson, 66 of Galesburg and formerly of Abingdon, passed away at

7 a.m. Friday, July 7, 2017 at his home surrounded by the love of his wife and children.

He was born July 24, 1950 in Knoxville, Tennessee, the son of John P. and Linnie V. Scarbrough Simpson. He married Evelyn G. Condreay on September 28, 1968.

Elden is survived by his wife of almost 49 years, Evelyn; three daughters, Christina Peterson of Galesburg, Penny Simpson of Boston, Massachusetts and April Simpson of Galesburg; three grandchildren, John Simpson, Jacklyn Peterson and Colton Peterson; one great-granddaughter, Alaina Wren; his siblings, Tom Simpson in Florida, Melton Simpson in Tennessee, Bill Simpson in Tennessee, Paul Simpson of Galesburg, and Carol McCall of Abingdon; and several nieces and nephews and their families.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Bud Simpson and Luther Simpson and two sisters, Johnnie Harrison and Evelyn Nelson.

He grew up in Abingdon and attended Abingdon schools and later received his G.E.D. in 1969. He served in the Army for 5 years during the Vietnam War and later served in the Army Reserves for 5 years. He had worked for the City of Abingdon and was Head of the Water Department for 5 years. He later worked as a truck driver for West Town Trash Removal for 3 years. He last worked in maintenance for A.D.M. in Galesburg for 17 ½ years retiring in 2005.

He attended the Church of God of Prophecy while living in Abingdon and Calvary Assembly of God since moving to Galesburg. He enjoyed spending time on his computer, playing his guitar and most of all spending time with his family.

As he requested, cremation will be accorded. A time to celebrate his life will be held at a later date. Hinchliff-Pearson-West Abingdon Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.

Memorials may be made to the family. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com.