Richard "Rick" L. Simpson, 57, of LaSalle passed away peacefully at home Wednesday August 5, 2020 after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer.

Due to Covid 19, services will be private. Burial will be at Troy Grove Cemetery. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Merritt Funeral Home, Mendota is handling arrangements.

Rick was born June 9, 1963 in Peru to William "Bill" and Linda (Crane) Simpson.  Rick was a graduate of LaSalle-Peru Township High School. He farmed for most of his life, and worked at Manley Bros. in Troy Gove for over 20 years.

Rick never met a stranger that he couldn't strike up a conversation with.  He loved hunting and fishing, 2nd Sunday brunches, motorcycles and attending bike rallies where he made friends that became like family.

Rick is survived by his wife Ronda (Parsons), his two children Lisa (Nick) Sweeney of LaSalle and Scott Simpson of Tonica; two stepsons Benjamin and Jacob Harris both of Spring Valley; sister Paula Roberts (Mark Setchell) of DeKalb and two nephews, Tyler Roberts of LaSalle and Spencer McLaughlin of Ottawa.

Rick was preceded in death by his parents.

The family would like to thank Compassus Hospice for their wonderful care and support.

Memorials may be directed to the donor's choice.