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William “Mark” Simpson: Obituary

Mr. William “Mark” Simpson, age 60, of Blue Ridge, GA, passed away on August 21, 2019 at his residence. Born in Marietta, GA, he was the son of the late William Lucious and Helen Jeanette Gibson Simpson. He had worked for F.M. Stainless in Ellijay, GA as a Floor Supervisor. Mark was a simple man who enjoyed reading and playing X-box.

Survivors include his spouse, Linda Walker of the home; children, Angela Walker of Blue Ridge, GA, Jodie Rider of Mineral Bluff, GA and Shane Walker of Blue Ridge, GA; brother, Alex Simpson of Puerto Rico; four grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.

Memorial services will be conducted on Wednesday, September 4, 2019 at 5:00 p.m. from the Akins Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Asa Dockery officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home prior to the Memorial Service from 4:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.akinsfuneralhome.com. Akins Funeral Home of Blue Ridge, GA is in charge of the arrangements.

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