Larry James Simpson, Sr.

“Larry” Lawrence James Simpson, Sr., 88, of Washington, died peacefully, in his home, on July 15, 2023. He was born on May 26, 1935, in Canonsburg, a son of the late Russell and Helen Davis Simpson. A graduate of Canonsburg High School, he was a member of First Presbyterian Church. Larry had worked for U.S. Steel, and was the owner/operator of Simpson Carpet Cleaning, which was founded in 1959. An avid Pittsburgh Pirates fan, he enjoyed gardening, dogs, going to the beach, watching fireworks, eating crabs and drinking beer. Mr. Simpson was active in Kiwanis for many years. On August 11, 1956, he married the love of his life, Tillie Skariot, who survives. Also surviving are a son, Larry (Beth) Simpson, Jr.; two daughters, Kimberly Reigle and Allyson (Mike) Hazzard; twelve grandchildren; as well as several nieces and nephews. Deceased are a daughter, Robin Wareham; a sister, Barbara Hansen; and a son-in-law, Joe Reigle. The family would like to express their gratitude for the wonderful and compassionate care that Larry was given through Amedisys Hospice, the staff at Hawthorne Woods, and Dr. Mary Naguit. At the request of the family, all services will be private. If you would like to celebrate Larry's life, please make a donation to the the V (victory over cancer) Foundation, The V Foundation for Cancer Research, 14600 Weston Parkway, Cary, NC 27513, or American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), 424 E. 92nd St., New York, NY 10128-6804. Arrangements are entrusted to William G. Neal Funeral Homes, Ltd., 925 Allison Ave. Washington, PA 15301.