Arlene Simpson

Arlene Simpson, 69, of Kewanna passed away at 3:40 a.m., Sunday, January 16, 2022 at Woodlawn Hospital in Rochester.

Born on June 13, 1952 in Pineville, Kentucky, she was the daughter of the late James and Ollie (Clark) Simpson.

Arlene formerly worked at Robinson’s in Rochester and also at Hickory Creek Nursing Home in Winamac.

She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, watching reruns of CSI, and making sure no one got too rowdy at the Kewanna Village Apartments.

Surviving are her son, Michael Conner of Kewanna, grandchildren, Brandon Conner (Faith) of North Judson, Tristan Conner of Burbank, CA., Jacob Conner of Winamac, Michael Conner of Wabash, Kaylee Conner of O’Fallen, MO., Wyatt Conner of O’Fallen, MO., Kenna Conner of Kewanna, Tiffany Rimpler (Garrett) of Winamac, and Tiranda Stevens of Wabash and great-grandchildren, Ian, Curt, Asher, Grant, Gracelyn, AJ, Kayden, Brooklyn, and Gavyn. Also surviving are siblings, Winton, Keith, Vivian, Marin.

She was also preceded in death by her husband, Michael Conner and siblings, June, Virginia, Wayne, Jenny, Burt and Bernice.

Services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, January 20, 2022 at Rans Funeral Homes & Crematory, Metzger Chapel, Kewanna.

Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service on Thursday.

Burial will be at Citizens IOOF Cemetery in Kewanna.

Arlene’s online guest book is available and condolences can be shared with the family at www.ransfuneralhomes.com