Wray Dexter Simpson's Obituary
Wray Dexter Simpson,?á age 87, passed away February 22, 2011 in Fort Myers, FL.?á Wray was born in St. Stephens, New Brunswich?á to Raymond and Hazel Simpson of Calias, Maine.?á He graduated from Calais Academy and served in the US Army Ordinance in the Asian-Pacific area during World War II.?á He received a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, with honors from the University of Maine, class of 1949, and was elected to the Tau Beta Pi honor society.?á Wray was employed by General Electric Co. as a design engineer, later supervisor, in the development and production of controls for aircraft jet engines and space satellites at several different locations, retiring from GE Valley Forge, PA in 1985.?á He is survived by his wife, Beverly; his daughter, Jan; sons, Gregg, Glenn, William and David;?á eight grandchildren and three great grandchildren.?á Online condolences may be made to the family at www.fortmyersmemorial.com. ?áFort Myers Memorial Gardens Funeral Home is assisting the family.
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