Robert Lee Simpson, Jr.

Robert Lee Simpson Jr, "Dudley", 79 of Dover, Arkansas, passed away Monday, December 30, 2024 at his home. He was born March 29, 1945 in Morrilton, Arkansas to Robert Lee Simpson Sr. and Rosa Elizabeth (Barton) Simpson. He was preceded in death by his parents; his grandparents, George and Ellen (Freeman) Simpson and Charles and Rona (Crandell) Barton; and the two loves of his life, Peggy Cullum and Arlene Casey. 

He leaves behind his loving daughters, Sherry Simpson of Dover; Kelly Brown (and Jeff) of Russellville; grandchildren, Gray Guillory of Russellville, Taylor Daniel (and Hunter) of Pottsville, Hannah Maunz of Russellville, Emily Brown of Russellville, Danny Brown of Russellville, Ashtin Stringer of Russellville; two great grandchildren, Hallie Daniel, Hartley Daniel of Pottsville; uncle, A.G. Barton of Dover, as well as numerous other family and friends. 

Robert fought a good battle against his numerous illnesses, outliving doctors’ predictions by almost two years, and in the end died knowing that God has it all under control. He is in a better place and will be waiting for us on the other side. 

His family encourages everyone please to come join a celebration of Robert’s life on Monday, January 6, 2025 at 2pm at Russellville Family Funeral. His memorial visitation will be at 2pm-3pm, followed by a Life Celebration at 3pm. 

Robert requested no one “waste money on flowers” for him. Instead, please consider donating to your local food pantry, something which Robert did on numerous occasions, or to a local animal rescue if four-legged friends are your passion. 

Cremation arrangements entrusted to the care of Russellville Family Funeral. There will be a private burial at a later date, in Hudson Cemetery. Please visit our website www.russellvillefamilyfuneral.com to share a memory with his family.