SIMPSON, Russell Stewart

Russell passed away peacefully at home at the age of 81 in the presence of his loving family, so he did. He lives on in the hearts of his wife of 61 years, Susan (McGowan), his son Scott, his daughters Kristy and Rebecca, and his grandchildren Oden, Willum, Heath and Meadow. The son of the late Murray & Mary (Galbraith) Simpson, Russell was born in Orangeville and lived in Dufferin County for his whole life. He is survived by his sisters Jeannie Brookes (Colin), Peggy Weigert (Peter) and his many cousins, nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his sisters Sheila, Heather, Frances and Betty, his brothers Bill and Harry and his twin brother Robert. Russell never stopped working, even after he closed his long running fencing business years ago. His passion was tractor and truck pulling for over 40 years alongside Susan. He also loved collecting antique Massey Harris tractors, playing cards with friends, and tinkering with equipment in his shop. Russell knew so many people from so many places, we’d like to thank the mall for being part of his life. The family would also like to thank the nurses in the Oncology Department at Headwaters Hospital for the care they showed Russell over the past few years. May this good man rest in peace, he will be missed. At Russell’s request no services will be held.