Bishop Orrain Golbert SIMPSON
SIMPSON, Bishop Orrain G. [November 19,1946-February 3, 2023]
It is with a heavy heart and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Bishop O.G. Simpson on Friday, February 3, 2023, at the age of 76.
Bishop Simpson was born on November 19, 1946, in Potsdam, Munro College, St. Elizabeth in Jamaica to loving and nurturing parents, Henry Joseph Simpson and Clare Bonella Simpson.
He migrated to the UK in the autumn of 1965, to be reconciled with his eldest siblings, and there he cultivated a wonderful life for himself. In 1970, he was united in marriage to the beautiful Pearline Lyleith Ricketts, having met her at their local church, Old Hall Street in Wolverhampton.
In 1977, Bishop Simpson migrated to Edmonton, Alberta in Canada, to assume the official role as pastor of Bethel United Church, established in 1975. His wife and two young sons would join him later in 1978.
Bishop Simpson, faithfully, lovingly, and with great care, pastored Bethel United Church for over 43 years, until his retirement in 2020. Under his leadership, as the District Overseer of the Western District of Churches in Canada – the organization has expanded to British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Stony Plain, Alberta, and The Yukon.
Bishop Simpson will be remembered as a humble, loving, and caring pastor who was always available to assist with the needs of the church members and individuals within the community.
Bishop O.G. Simpson leaves to cherish his memory, his wife of 13 years, Eliza C. Goulbourne-Simpson; son Barrington Simpson (Geraldine), grandchildren: Shalice and JoVaughn; daughter Genieve M. Simpson-Hind (Kenroy); daughter-in-law Muriel (Diane) R. Simpson (widow of Wayne), grand-daughter: Olivia; stepson Colin Nicholson (Patricia), step-granddaughter Carissa; sister-in-law Zelda Simpson (widow of Roy); eldest sister Carmen E. Dawes (Eustace); brothers: Lenworth (Baba) C. Simpson (widower of Eugenie), Ulpian L. Simpson (Jean); brother-in-law, Laban O. Wright (widower of Lyneve); numerous nieces, nephews, grand-nieces, grand-nephews, cousins, the extended family, and his church community.
He is preceded in death by his: mother Clare Bonella Simpson (née Lewis) [died 1950]; father Henry Joseph Simpson [died 1957]; eldest brother Roy Lorenzo Simpson [died 1993]; first wife Pearline Lyleith Simpson [died 2005]; first-born son Wayne Golbert Simpson [died 2013] and baby sister Lyneve Victoria Wright (née Simpson) [died 2020].
A viewing will be held on Friday, March 3, 2023, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Bethel United Church of Jesus Christ (Apostolic), 9950-148 Street, Edmonton which will be followed by a Memorial Service at 6:30 p.m.
Final viewing will be held on Saturday, March 4, 2023, from 8:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. at Life Church (formerly Evangel) at 4461-50 Street, Edmonton, Alberta followed by the Funeral Service at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Westlawn Memorial Gardens, 16310 Stony Plain Road, Edmonton. If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation and the Alzheimer Society. Pointe West Cremation & Funeral Service Limited has been entrusted with funeral arrangements (780) 454-7878.
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Elder Simpson was an amazing leader and Pastor. He has blessed so many lives with his faith, kindness, cheerful smile and humility.
He truly was one of my favorite Pastor. I just love how humble he was. He will be missed.
My sincere condolences to Sister Simpson, Barry, Geneve, the Simpson and church family. So very sorry for your loss.
To the Simpson family. My heart goes out to you. OG was a real OG. I’ll always remember him telling us to stop the music but we pretend we didn’t see him and continue on. Then he just kept sing. Well trying to sing. Much love. We here for you. Guidance!!!!
My deepest condolences to the Simpsons’ family on your great loss. God bless and keep you strong as you cope and grieve.
Sincerest condolences to the Simpson family and the church family. Pastor Simpson was so amazing and kind. He was someone who encouraged and restored others. I will forever be grateful for his kind words to me when I needed encouragement. He will be missed.
Rest in Paradise Pastor Simpson. 🙏🏽💔😢
POPS….. there will never be another like you. Miss you
You were the best pastor anyone could ever ask for. Love you Rip
Condolences to the Simpson family during this time of grief and loss.
Pastor Simpson, Dear as I often called you, life will never again be the same without you. You came into my life at a later time and left me so soon. You were that shining light to show others the way to salvation through Christ Jesus our LORD. You showed us the way by the examplary life you lived. RIEP. Your loving wife Eliza Simpson.
Love. Light and guidance. I pray for the whole Simpson family near and far. Sending my deepest condolences on behalf of the Leslie Family
May he RIP
Bless you all..
Love Sherol
Condolences to the Simpson’s family. Bishop was just one of a kind. He has left a life time memories and a wonderful legacy. Sleep in restful peace Bishop Simpson.
Our sincere condolence and prayers Barry and to the entire Simpson family. God’s comfort, joy, peace, and embrace be upon you all.
My sincere condolences to the simpson family. Your dad was a great man Uncle Barry. He will be forever missed by all. Rest easy pastor Bishop Simpson. ❤️
RIP Bishop Simpson. You’re presence will be greatly missed. However, we will continue to hold all the fond memories you embedded in our hearts and memories. ❤️
My sincere condolences to the Simpson family at the loss of a great husband, father and grandfather. I extend the same to the Bethel Edmonton church family; it is a gracious gift of God to lend us men like Bishop Simpson to participate with Him to shepherd the lives of His people. Our family will continue to pray God’s promise comfort to abound towards you all.
Grace and peace,
Sis A. Todd
To the Simpson family, my condolences to you. Bishop Simpson you will be dearly missed. You have played a big part in my life for the person I am today, and I will truly miss you. Rest in perfect peace Bushop.
My condolences to the Simpson Family. Words cannot convey the feelings and emotions that y’all have right now. I know these all to well. I offer my love and support.
Rest in Peace.
Sending our deepest condolences to the Entire Simpson Family ….. Pastor now rest in eternal peace as Heaven gates welcomes him in ! Hugs to you all Love Tania & Dorant Walker-Ricketts Family
My deepest sympathy to Eliza May you be comforted knowing he is now at rest in gods arms
Love this humble man of God.
We always have great times
In convocation in Toronto.
Condolences to the family!
I will cherish his memory ❤️