James Simpkins Obituary in Spartanburg at J.W. Woodward Funeral Home

Obituary For James Simpkins

Mr. James A. Simpkins departed this life and was called home to be with his lord and Saviour on October 3, 2023, at Spartanburg Regional Medical Center. He was born October 25, 1942, to the late Mr. Albert Simpkins Sr. and the late Ms. Lois Luchie Simpkins.

Mr. Simpkins leaves to cherish his fondest memories: his daughter, Dr. Angie Simpkins of Atlanta Georgia. Grandchildren: Damarus Moton of Cumming Georgia, Patricka Moton of Greenville SC, Antwain Moton of Williamston SC, Sycheryl Simpkins of Greenville SC, and Brandyen Hamilton-Simpkins of Atlanta GA; sisters, Mildred Tolbert and Luevonia Brooks of Greenwood SC, and Celia Chamberlian of Plum Branch SC. Brothers: Oscar Simpkins and Outerbridges Simpkins of Greenwood SC. Great Grandchildren: Nicolas, Blake, and Alana Scott, Olivia, Alexandria and Kenzley Moton. A longtime friend Annie Kate Wells (KK) of the home and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other family and friends.

Mr. Simpkins was preceded in death by his parents, a son James Houston (JJ), Sisters: Marie Sanders, and Bernadine Bennett and a brother Albert Simpkins Jr.

A Celebration of the Life of James Simpkins will be held on Saturday, October 7, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at The John Stinson Woodward Memorial Chapel, 602 Howard St., Spartanburg, SC. Burial will be in the Springfield Baptist Church Cemetery, Edgefield , SC.

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Omg pops just heard about your passing I'm torn apart you will truly be miss the girls will miss you also

Our Deepest condolences to the family. Love the Pilgrim family

I will always love you uncle james.

Blanton and I send our deepest condolences to the family.

Our Condolences to his family may God comfort you all. William and Barbara Pilgrim

Our condolences to his family may God comfort you all

WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE PASSING OF SIMP, HE WILL BE MISSED. WE WILL KEEP THE FAMIL IN OUR PRAYERS. THE NESBITT AND RICE FAMILY.

Biggerstaff groceries lost one of our every day customers and he will truly be missed by all of us. Family & Friends are in our thoughts and prayers.

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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