Robert LeRoy Simpson, 87, of Bellmead, passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family Tuesday July 24, 2018. Graveside service will be 10:00 am Saturday July 28, 2018 at Billington Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6-8:00 pm Friday July 27, 2018 at Bellmead Funeral Home Chapel. Robert (Bob) Simpson was born May 13, 1931 in Washington, DC to Millard and Ethel Neely Simpson. Bob is a US Air Force Veteran who served during the Korean War. He married JoAnn Rutherford and they were married for over 64 years. Mr. Simpson was an Engineer Technician for the Highway Department and retired with them after 33 years of devoted employment. Bob was also a member of the Bellmead JC'c, served on the Parks and recreation board of Bellmead, and the Building and Standard board. Robert (Pop) was known for a sharp wit and a light hearted sense of humor. He is preceded in death by his parents and a daughter Cynthia Ann Simpson in 1981. Bob Simpson is survived by his wife JoAnn Simpson, Son; Gary Simpson, Granddaughters; Randi Winget and her husband Bryan and Samantha Simpson and her husband Jason Boleman, and Ryan Simpson all of Bellmead, Great grandchildren; Riley, Braydin, Molli, and Kynzli