Mary Ann Simpson, 75, of Benton, Arkansas was born to the late, Milton and Minnie (Roach) Bates, on Saturday, February 21st, 1948, in Russellville, Arkansas. She left this world on Tuesday, October 10th, 2023, surrounded by love. Mary enjoyed sewing and crafts. She also enjoyed cooking. She graduated from college where she received her associate degree in bookkeeping. Mary will be forever missed.

She is preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Vera.

She is survived by her loving husband, Jim Simpson, and two sons, James and Timothy Simpson; along with other family and friends who all love her and will miss her dearly.

Celebration of life will be held on Wednesday, October 18th, 2023, at 12:00 P.M. with the visitation one hour prior at Dial and Dudley Funeral Home. Burial to follow at Pinecrest Memorial Park.