Date Of Death: February 19, 2012
Dana Rose Hamilton Simpson, 87, passed away peacefully February 19, 2012. She was born July 4, 1924, in Vincennes, Indiana, and was preceded in death by parents Dana Mae and Donald C. Hamilton and four brothers, Winfield, Dorman, Donald G., and Harry.
Rose was musically talented and a regular soloist in her church in Vincennes growing up. She went on to have a successful professional singing career during and after the World War II era.
She graduated from Arsenal Technical High School, Indianapolis, in 1942, where she was vice-president of her graduating class and voted Cannon Queen.
Rose was a joyful and exceptionally giving person who will be greatly missed by family and friends. She retired from Fort Benjamin Harrison in 1979 after 20 years of dedicated service.
She is survived by son C. Allan Simpson of Houston, Texas; daughter Christi Simpson of Noblesville, Indiana; grandson Ross (Beth) Simpson; granddaughter Anne Simpson; and two great-granddaughters, Kelsey and Annabel.
A Private Memorial Service will be held by the family.
Tonya Murphy says
In the short time I had with Dana Simpson, she showed me the meaning of a wonderful friendship!!! you will be missed my friend….luv tonya
Tonya Murphy says
In the short time I had with Dana Simpson, she showed me the meaning of a wonderful friendship!!! You will be missed my friend….luv Tonya
Marcia Lawrence says
Your mother will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Her kindness and positive words made her one of the most amazing persons I will ever know. With sincere sympathy…Love, Marcia
Marcia Lawrence says
Your mother will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Her kindness and positive words made her one of the most amazing persons I will ever know. With sincere sympathy…Love, Marcia
Tanya Murphy says
In the short time I had with Dana Simpson, she showed me the meaning of a wonderful friendship!!! You will be missed my friend…Luv, Tonya
Linda Lee Smith Jones says
Christy and Lanny, Rose being a dear friend and cousin of my mother Betty, and my being family for so many years, I understand your loss. She slid in there as mother to me, also. The kindness and love she gave to me the many times I simply walked in the door, I will never forget. It was unconditional love..the kind we should have for our children. The kind God gives to us…
HE said “MY peace I leave w/you, not as the world gives” I accept that peace, Lord. Love you and prayers always!