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Celebrating the life of

"Coach Gene" Simpson

July 02, 1940 - November 18, 2020


Clarence Eugene “Coach Gene” Simpson, 80 passed away Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at home with his family by his side.  He was born July 2, 1940 in Savannah to the late Clarence J. and Mary Ann Meehan Simpson.  He graduated from Commercial High School in 1958, and served in the Georgia Air National Guard for eight years.  He worked for Union Camp Corporation for ten years, and retired from Delta Air Lines after twenty-five years of service at the old Savannah Airport.  After retirement he worked for Excursions Unlimited for over fifteen years as an escort on hundreds of trips all across the country.  During his travels he made many lifelong friends.  He was a huge sports fan, having coached many years for Calvary Baptist Day School, as well as for many other sports teams from Garden City to Savannah.  He coached baseball, football, and basketball. In addition to Calvary, he coached the Garden City Eagles and Garden City Hawks.  Coach Gene served as the Director of the Garden City Recreation Department.  He played softball for the First Baptist Church of Garden City, and the Spanky’s Traveling team.  He served as a Georgia High School Referee, where he traveled many Friday nights calling high school football games.  He was instrumental in the building of the Westside Stadium in Garden City, as well as the Calvary Stadium on Montgomery Crossroads.  He took great pride in helping young people grow athletically, and in their faith and character.  In his later years, he became a part of the Promise Keeper’s breakfast group.   

He was a former member of Calvary Baptist Temple, the First Baptist Church of Garden City, and was a current member of Bull Street Baptist Church. 

Surviving are his wife of 58 years, Brenda Hill Simpson of Savannah, son and daughter-in-law, Dwayne and Siriwan Simpson of Savannah, daughter, Debbie Nijem of Valdosta, brother and sister-in-law, Robert and Brenda Simpson of Tybee Island, four grandchildren, Andrew Simpson, Clare Nijem, Ansley Nijem, and Anna Simpson, as well as several nieces and nephews. 

Visitation will be 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Friday, November 20, 2020 at Fox & Weeks, Hodgson Chapel.

A Private Graveside Service will be held in Hillcrest Abbey Memorial Park.

Remembrances may be made to Bull Street Baptist Church. 

SHARE YOUR CONDOLENCES

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GUEST BOOK

I'm so sorry for your loss, Brenda. Please accept my condolences and prayers for your family.

- WILLIAM KERMIT K ROLISON, Stockbridge, GA

Debbie, Clare, and Ansley, I am so sorry for your loss. Please let us know what we can do to help with anything you may need. There are lots of really good people in heaven. Continued prayers your way.

- Gary Glover, Valdosta , Ga

Brenda and family, we are very sorry for your loss. We will always remember the good times we had with Gene on many trips. Will be praying for you and your family.

- Brant and Diane Rushing , Pooler, Ga

Robert and family, Kathryn and I are sorry to see where Gene passed away. Know that you and all the family are in our thoughts and prayers.

- Frank & Kathryn Murray, Savannah, Georgia

Dewayne, so sorry to hear about your dad. He was one of the finest Christian men I knew. Called many football games with him and coached against him numerous times. He was always a gentleman and made am impact on many young athletes.

- Jeff Goodman, Savannah, Ga

A candle has been lit!

SO very sorry for your loss.. Worked with Gene at Excursions Unlimited for over 12 years. He was a joy to be around. He will be missed.

- RUTH FINCHER, Savannah, GA

May you rest in peace with the Lord. I treasure knowing you during our years with Delta. Prayers for the family and may your memories keep you strong during this time.

- Susan Oetgen, Savannah, GA

Brenda, It was great going to school with you. I am sorry for your loss. You and Gene were a wonderful couple. Albert Wall

- Albert Wall, Savannah, Georgia

Brenda, so very sorry for your loss, a sweet man, husband, father and grandfather. Many memories to cherish.

- Corbina and Ed Ike , Savannah/Rincon, Ga

Hugs to the family and may good memories get you all through this difficult time. Condolences from the Chance Family

- Tracy Chance, Tybee island , Ga

Services under the direction of:

Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200

  • A private burial will be held