Joel William Simpson (Bear) – passed away suddenly May 26, 2015 in Covington, GA. He was preceded in death by parents, Bertha M. Simpson and Roland Simpson. He is survived by his wife, Norma Williams Simpson; sisters, Betty McHenry, Saundra Douglas, Mary Agnes, Olene, Rose and Cassie all of Knoxville; devoted uncle, Edward Leroy (Jacqueline) Blair; a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, great-nieces, nephews, other relative and friends. The Homegoing Celebration will be held Saturday, June 6, 2015 from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. at Unity Mortuary Chapel with service to follow at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Joseph Simpson officiating. Interment will be held Monday, June 8, 2015 at 12:00 noon at New Gray Cemetery. Services will conclude with dove release and blanket presentation.