James “Jim” Simpson

April 13, 1945 - August 7, 2020
James “Jim” Simpson

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James “Jim” Simpson, a resident of Hendersonville died Friday, August 7, after a brief illness in his home in the presence of his loving wife, Dianne Simpson. He was 75. He was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on April 13, 1945, the son of the late James A. Simpson and Mary Dorothy Hartman.

 

Jim is survived by his two sons, Paul (wife Heather) and Mark Simpson of Jacksonville, Florida. He also leaves behind five grandsons, Riley (wife Monica), Alex (wife Alia), Hunter, James and Cole, and four granddaughters Melanie, Kaitlyn (husband Matt), Bethany and Mallory and two great granddaughters, Kyliee and Savannah. Other survivors include his four sisters, Pat Dinkins, Mary Chapman, Shelly Robinson and Debbie Owens (husband James), step-daughter Loree Harris (husband Mike) and step-son Bill Wright (wife Beverly).

 

Jim was a graduate of the University of Florida where he earned a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. He worked for Florida Rock & Tank Lines in Jacksonville, Florida for 20 years before becoming an independent financial consultant to Blue Cross and Blue Shield (BCBS). Jim was an accomplished Eagle Scout and spent many years as a Scout leader where both his sons, Paul and Mark obtained Eagle Scout as well. He also spent many years teaching Project Business at Christ the King teaching the next generation to be financially fiscal.

 

Jim and Dianne moved to North Carolina in 2009. Jim was passionate about automobiles, especially BMWs, Mini Coopers and Corvettes and belonged to the Appalachian Mountain Mini Club and Carriage Park “Top Down” Car Club which he founded. When Jim wasn’t driving with his friends, he enjoyed hiking with the Carriage Park Hiking Club.

 

Jim was also active in his church, First United Methodist of Hendersonville, and volunteered his financial expertise with The Store House food pantry, Joseph Outreach Center, Carriage Park Association and The Carl Sandburg House.

 

Arrangements are in the care of Shuler Funeral Home of Hendersonville, NC.

 


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  • August 10, 2020
    Charles and Camilla Stambaugh says:
    Jim has been a dear friend since the 1990’s when we met him at Saint John’s Episcopal Church in Jacksonville Florida. There are so many wonderful times and experiences we shared with Jim, and we thought we had more to come. He was a great man and a dear friend and will be sorely missed the rest of our lives. We send our love to his loving wife Dianne and pray that we can be of help to her in someway. Rest in peace, dear Jim.

  • August 11, 2020
    Sherri James says:
    I had the pleasure to meet Jim And Dianne when our daughter married his son, Paul. I knew right away that he was a great man. And the more I was around both Jim and Dianne I knew they were some of the good ones. He was a gentle man with impeccable morals and wisdom and loved his family deeply. He was a great father-in-law to Heather and she loved him so much and so did my grandson, Hunter. Paul reminds me so much of Jim in many ways. You left good footprints for him to follow. The world sure could use more great men like him about now. Thank you Jim for being such a good role model for your sons and grandchildren.

  • August 12, 2020
    Gloria Parker says:
    Jim was an extra special man with an upbeat nature but first and foremost was the “ultimate giver” to others. He would find a need and fix it. I was fortunate to gain his friendship through his marriage to my good friend Dianne. It was a lucky day for all who knew them. Through the years I became recipient of his kindness and thoughtfulness through his and Dianne’s many visits. Jim possessed many talents that he freely gave without thinking. He was more than a friend. He was like a brother. He loved life and grabbed as much as it offered with Dianne. His loss has left a void with me but I can take solace knowing we will all celebrate again. Thank you Jim!

  • August 12, 2020
    Barry Patascher says:
    I had the honor to get to know both Jim and Diane through our MINI Cooper community. Jim was a great addition to our local club. He was always quick to volunteer his time, whether it was leading a drive at MOTD or helping us get club magnets. His smiling face and enthusiasm will be missed at our local meets and at the Dragon

  • August 13, 2020
    Robert Frank and Joyce Emslie Frank says:
    We have known Jim since their wedding in 2005. He made my sister Dianne so happy A wonderful man and a beautiful family. Rob and I enjoyed the many fun times with Dianne and Jim and the many memorable trips in Florida, California, North Carolina, and even a cruise. We will truly miss him.