Derek Charles Simpson

Derek Charles Simpson, age 50, of Valley Center, Kansas, passed away on July 26, 2023, at his residence. Derek was born January 25, 1973, in Wichita, Kansas, to Edward L. Simpson and Connie (Highley) Wasser.

Derek graduated from high school in Wichita, Kansas. He worked as a forklift operator in Tennessee for several years until his health failed.

Derek and Tracy Francis were married May 3, 2003, in Cookeville, Tennessee.
Derek loved animals, science fiction, and history. He was devoted to his kids. Derek enjoyed traveling and nature.

Derek was preceded in death by his father.

Derek is survived by his wife, Tracy, of the home; children, Malcom Simpson, Devin Simpson, Derek Connor Simpson; mother, Connie Wasser; sister, Miranda (Wes) Kell; and numerous other relatives and friends.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, August 1, 2023, in the chapel at Feuerborn Family Funeral Service, 1883 US Highway 54, Iola, Kansas. Burial will follow in Highland Cemetery, Iola, Kansas.

Memorials are suggested to Tunnel To Towers, and may be left with Feuerborn Family Funeral Service.

Condolences for the family may be left at www.feuerbornfuneral.com .