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David Jeffrey Simpson, Sr

Passed 07/20/2026

Obituary For David Jeffrey Simpson, Sr

David Jeffrey Simpson, Sr, 63, of Greenville, NC was called to rest on Monday, July 20, 2026.

Viewing hours are 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Thursday, July 30th at Oscar's Mortuary.

His Funeral Service is Noon, Friday, July 31, 2026 at Temple Baptist Church 1500 Kingdom Way, New Bern, NC. The Interment will follow at the Sanders Memorial Gardens Cemetery, David & Alvania Sanders Lane, Perrytown Community of New Bern.

The family will receive friends at 3575 River Rd. Vanceboro beginning Wednesday July 29th at 4pm through Thursday.

He is survived by his children, David Simpson, Jr, (Rosalia) Vanceboro, NC, Tatianna Simpson, Vanceboro, NC, Kahlil Simpson, New Bern, NC and Hydiyah Simpson of New Bern, NC; twelve grandchildren; one great grandchild; four brothers, Jesse Simpson, Winston Salem, NC, and Guy Garrison, Brooklyn, NY, Brian Garrison, Atlanta GA, Robert Davis, Winston Salem, NC; three sisters, Valerie Sanders of Greensboro, NC, Michelle Mobley, Queens, NY and Amelia Simpson, Marietta, GA.



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To my family, I love you all! With every loss we encounter it hits us hard, this one here sits very different! Cousin, you will definitely be missed! Thank you for keeping the family memories alive and making sure we stayed connected! Thank you for the talks, motivation and prayers! Until we meet again, I love you cousin! Love Xanny!

Xanquavia

Offering, Our deepest sympathy to the Simpson Family. Prayerfully with God's Blessings. Love Y'all Much, Barbara Hawkins Perry, Donnica & D'Onnica Perry !!! Also Including, Eugene Carpenter (Barbara's Brother}!

Barbara Hawkins Perry

My Deepest Condolences to the Simpson Family.

Glenn Stanley

Praying for the family rip big Dave

Leonard Allen

To the Family Of Elder Dave, My deepest condolences on the loss of a devoted father, brother, grandfather, cousin, uncle, & community leader. His life was a true example of service, purpose, and love for others. May God comfort the family and the entire community, and may his legacy continue to inspire all those whose lives he touched. May he rest peacefully in the arms of the Lord.

Roneca Wallace

Our sincere Condolences and Prayers are with the Simpson family in the passing of your loved one Dave he will be missed. 🙏❤️🕊️

Bonnie

My deepest condolences to the family. Dave was a kind and gentil soul. You have run and completed your last race. Rest in Heavenly power in the presence of the Almighty. Prayers of comfort and strength.

Tish

Letitia(Staten) Bumbrey

I am deeply saddened by the loss of my childhood friend and classmate. Still remember you showing up at Brinson Memorial Elementary and us playing Pop Warner football together. We became brothers and continued down a path of friendship that we both cherished together. I was so proud to see how you became a man of God how you were able to favorably impact the lives of many. Because of this, your spirit will live on and we will always remember your life long contributions and accolades. We know you're resting at the feet of the father.

Rest well, my brother!

Kimball Credle

Elder Dave, My brother and my friend, to the family, my prayers go up for you. Your dad was one of a kind. A dad to you (and he loved you and his grand) and a role model for so many others. He actually cared about the youth, not just the track stars, but the youth. The youth had mad respect for "Big Dave". He will truly be missed. The spiritual conversations/challenges we had will never be forgotten. I appreciate your advice through all of them. I will always remember how you would light up when you would hear me from a distance calling you... "Elder Dave". Thank you for being you. Again, my condolences to the family. Blessings and much Love

Reggie Byrd

My deepest condolences go out to the FAMILY for the loss of your beloved father, grandfather and brother. David left a lasting impact on everyone he guided and loved.

Pug

My heartfelt condolences to the family of the remarkable, humbled, and caring David Simpson also known as Big Dave. The impact he had on the youth over many years, the way he loved his children, grandchildren, and family in general says a lot about the man he was. He will truly be missed and forever loved/remembered for the great man he was. The legacy of love he left behind surely speaks for him. It was an honor to know him. Family you all are in my thoughts and prayers. Always! Gonna miss him calling me to check up on family when he heard some news (good or not so good). Never going to forget that.

Q. Hargett

DAVE WAS GOOD GUY AND A LEADER AND FRIEND YOU WILL BE MISSED BUT NOT FOREGOTTEN GOD BLESS

TONY ANDRE HUMPHREY SR

"Little Dave" and the Simpson family,

I was saddened to hear of Dave's passing. Dave's impact on so many young men and women as the track and field coach at NBHS was immeasurable. To think that the many years of service were voluntary makes it even more remarkable.

I personally first got to know Dave when he drove a school bus for NBHS, and I am so thankful and honored for the many years of friendship.

I do hope that the memories you shared with "Big Dave" will sustain you in this time of loss and that you find comfort in the words of Our Lord.

Terry Fuhrman

My deepest sympathy is extended to the Simpson family. Dave was very kind and respectful. He will truly be missed.

Michelle Mattocks

I am very sorry to hear about Dave's transitioning. He was as genuinely good man interested in the well being of youth through his track program. To his family and children, please accept my sincere condolences.

Robert G. Raynor, Jr.

Wow, I was not prepared to see this today. David, you were a good person. Our sincere condolences to your family. Rest in Heavenly Peace. You now have your wings 🪽 🪽

Mike and Joan Fisher Sidberry

Deepest condolences to the family. Big Dave made a name for himself at USATf. Dave was a great Track Coach.

Katherine Branch

My heartfelt condolences to the Simpson family. David was my classmate and always seemed to be years a head of everyone else. He was a natural leader, always poised and measured. It came as no surprise to me the success he had as a coach. I will always remember our last conversation at the class of '81 reunion in 2021. He talked about his grandchildren. May God Bless this family during this difficult time. Rest In Paradise Hometown🙏🏽

James "Jamie" Bland Jr

To the Simpson Family, Sending my heartfelt condolences to you all during this difficult time. I am praying that God gives each of you the strength, comfort, and peace you need in the days ahead. Please know that you are in my thoughts, and I am lifting your family up in prayer.

The Smith Family

My deepest condolences and prayers for the Simpson family. May God comfort the family and friends during this difficult time.

Carla Moore

Dad, I miss you so much already. I wish I had one more hug, one more conversation, and one more chance to tell you how much I love you. Thank you for being my father. I'll make you proud. I love you forever.

Your baby girl

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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