Terry Gene Simpson

1945 ∼ 2020

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Terry G. Simpson, 74, of Nederland passed away Monday, January 6, 2020, at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont. Terry was born September 21, 1945 in Broken Bow, OK to the late Calvin and Mae Simpson. He had a love of music and enjoyed playing the guitar and woodworking.

Terry is preceded in death by his parents and sister, Betty Bethel.

He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Gwenda Simpson; children, Shelley Swanson and husband Craig of Port Neches, Steven Simpson of Nederland and Brent Simpson and his wife Christine of Lumberton. Terry also leaves behind grandchildren, Malloree and husband Raygin Melanson, Payton Swanson and fiancé Drew Emerson, Courtney Swanson, Anna Toon and husband Tyler, Isabel Simpson, Charlotte Simpson and Anderson Simpson; great grandchildren, Dawson Melanson, Baylor Melanson, Ava Toon and Tinley Toon to cherish his memories.

A Memorial Service for Mr. Simpson will be Thursday, January 9, 2020 at 2:00 p.m., at Melancon’s Funeral Home.

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Sarita Cummins January 9, 2020

Thoughts and prayers for his family. My Dad and Uncle recorded Terry and The Raiders and were friends for many years as well as my husband Bob who played with Terry and James Henry Dean Johnny Red and many others. Terry was liked by all who knew him and played music with him. I am sure he is having a grand reunion with all of his friends and they are laughing and singing and telling big tales of their younger years.

Dwayne Sanders January 8, 2020

Had the honor and privilege of playing with Terry in the group The Raiders. Being much younger than the rest of the group, I felt a bit intimidated, but Terry was so gracious and put me at ease with his calm demeanor and his humor. My time with Terry was one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. He will be sorely missed.

Gary Cotton January 8, 2020

Played with Terry for a couple of months in 1969. he was a legend in Brazoria County. Also worked with him at Southwestern Bell,he was a splicer and I was a lineman at the Loop Road storeroom. He was a great guy, always joking and happy. Gary Cotton

Eltron Brindley January 8, 2020

Played many dances with Terry. I found that he was a good person beside being a great musician. Elton Brindley

Janice Messina Gallet January 8, 2020

Janice Messina Gallet lit a candle in memory of Terry Gene Simpson

Gerald Addison January 8, 2020

Terry was a good friend. I had the privilege of playing a few gigs with him. He was such a gentle soul. It was always an honor to be on stage with him. R.I.P brother.

Nelda Hartley January 8, 2020

I went to Clute Elementary and Junior High and Brazosport High School with Terry. Extend my Deepest Sympathy and prayers to the family. Nelda Armstrong Hartley

Doug Childress January 8, 2020

Terry was a good friend for many years. We played music together many times. He always had a smile and a new joke for me. He will be missed by all who knew him. I regret that I cannot attend his memorial service because if being in Arizona. I will always remember him as a super musician and comrad. May he rest in peace. My sincere condolences to his family and friends. Doug Childress

Evelyn Hays January 8, 2020

Gwen and family, so sorry to read about Terry’s passing. He was always a hoot to be around. Ken use to love to hang out at the store. Evelyn Hays (ken stepherson’s X)

Shirley Bland January 8, 2020

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Angy Falcon January 7, 2020

Mr Terry will be missed by many. I remember as a young girl asking my daddy if I could go with him to A&S to visit with Mr Terry and Mr Cecil. Prayers for his family and friends. Angy Falcon and my parents Joe Hil & Dianne Falcon

Mike Calais January 7, 2020

Terry helped many Musicians. .. Rest in piece My Friend...Mike Calais, Port Acres Tx.

Cecil Roberts January 7, 2020

Great boss, friend and brother. Will miss you friend

Gus 'Wito' Orta January 7, 2020

What a caring, loving and neighboring man to both my daughter and my grandkids! Always willing to help, and watch over them on a daily basis.Thank you kind sir and fly high, pain free.You will truely be missed!

Melancon'S Funeral Home January 7, 2020

Melancon's Funeral Home created a Tribute Video in memory of Terry Gene Simpson

Jennifer Jackson Read January 7, 2020

We love each of you so very much. Uncle Terry is free of pain and playing his guitar in heaven. What a perfect angel to watch over us daily. I am so sad I can’t be there to say my goodbyes. Love you all more than you know ; Jennifer ‘Parl’