Grady Willard Simpson

Grady Willard Simpson, age 64, of Hazlehurst died Monday, September 5, 2022 at his residence.

Mr. Simpson was born September 7, 1957 in Toombs County and was a retired electrician. He was a devoted grandfather to his grandchildren. He loved catching white perch and watching his grandchildren play ball.

He is as preceded in death by his parents Alton Hugh Simpson and Jackie Nell Stokes Simpson, grandparents, and aunts and uncles.

Surviving family included his daughters of Hazlehurst: Heather (Jacob) Jackson and Desiree’ (RJay) Drawdy; and brothers, Danny Hugh Simpson and James Charlie “Chuck” (Deanna) Simpson, of Hazlehurst. He had four grandchildren, Chasity Jackson, Jace Drawdy, Katelyn Jackson and Drake Drawdy. Several aunts, cousins, nieces and nephews also survive.

Funeral services will be held Sunday, September 11, 2022 at 3:00 pm from the Chapel of Swain Funeral Home with Pastor Van McCall officiating.

Active pallbearer will be Johnny Horton, Matt Simpson, Brent Simpson, Hayden Creech, Dustin Harris and Eddie Bush.

Interment will follow in Dead River Cemetery in Uvalda.

Visitation will be one hour prior to the funeral service.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Swain Funeral Home.