Ethel Lou (Owen) Simpson passed away July 26, 2009 at her residence with her family at her side. She was 80.

Mrs. Simpson was born on June 24, 1929 to Martin and Naomi Bean Owen in Waco, Texas. A native of Waco, she became a resident of Sinton in 1968.

Survivors include her husband: Grover Simpson of Sinton, Texas; two sons: Grover Craig (Gerry) Simpson of Bellville, Texas and Judge Terry Alan (Hilda) Simpson of Sinton, Texas; one daughter: Belinda Gail (John Henry) Tracy of Sinton, Texas; one brother: Jerry Owen of Waco, Texas; two sisters: Linda Christian of Taylor, Texas and Wilma Bearden of Waco, Texas; three grandchildren: Jonathan Craig (Lisa) Simpson of Round Rock, Texas; Leslie Elyse (Brett) Carsey of Somerville, Texas; and Tara Elaine Simpson of San Antonio, Texas.

Preceding in death are her parents: Martin and Naomi Owen and numerous siblings.

Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the charity of your choice.

Services entrusted to Resthaven Funeral Home Sinton, Texas.