Paul R. Simpson

Paul R. Simpson was born Jan. 20, 1965 in Covington, Kentucky and passed away suddenly Nov. 13, 2023 in Lexington, Kentucky at the age of 58.  He was the son of Lawson B. and Shirley Roland Simpson, they survive.

Paul was a retired School Teacher at Grant County Middle School and Williamstown High School.  He was also an adjunct professor for Northern Kentucky University.  After retiring from teaching Paul went on to work as the Bison Care Coordinator for Big Bone Lick State Park where he also served as the Fish & Wildlife Tech.  Paul was a hard worker and loved serving his community in every way possible, as a member of Mount Olivet Christian Church in Williamstown and at his school where he served the students as a member of the Site Based Council and was often writing grants to help the schools.  He was a Kentucky Colonel, a history buff and a life long learner.  While he stayed busy working and volunteering, what he found most important was his love for his family and spending time with them.

On June 24, 1995 Paul was united in marriage to the love of his life, Rachel Lee Rawlings Simpson.  In addition to his wife of 28 years, he is survived by his daughter, Emily Simpson Kingsmore (Ryan) of Georgetown, his son, Mason Charles Simpson of Williamstown, 1 sibling, 4 nephews, 1 niece, and he was excited about his grandson on the way, Jackson Paul Kingsmore.

Funeral services will be 2:00 PM, Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023 at Mount Olivet Christian Church in Williamstown.  Visitation will also be Saturday from 11 AM - 2PM at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Mount Olivet Christian Church, 400 Eibeck Lane, Williamstown, KY 41097 or Kentucky State Parks Foundation, 4101 Tates Creek Centre, Suite 150 PMB 139, Lexington, KY 40517.