Mark Shedric Simpson, 62, of Germansville, died peacefully Saturday, May 1, 2010 in his home. He was the husband of Joanne M. (McNeer) Simpson. The couple celebrated their 34th wedding anniversary last July 26.

Born in Niagara Falls, New York, on March 10,1948, Mark was the son of the late S. Fletcher and Helen A. (Buja) Simpson. After graduating from Bishop Duffy High School in 1965, Mark furthered his education by graduating from the Worchester Polytechnic Institute in 1969 where he was a member of the Phi Kappa Theta Social Fraternity, President of the Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society and Co-Captain of the Varsity Football Team.

Marks long and accomplished career began at Du Pont and then for Merck & Co., Inc. He retired from Air Products & Chemical, Inc. in 2008 where he was honored by winning the coveted Chairman's Award and was the co-author of two patents.

Active in the life of his community, he was a former member of the Lutheran congregation of Heidelberg Union Church where he served on the Council and held the office of President. Mark was an intramural and traveling soccer coach for the Northwestern Youth Athletic Association and an avid gardener.

Survivors: In addition to his loving Wife Joanne; Son, Michael S. Simpson of Seattle Washington; Daughter, Sharon S. Yohn and her husband Charles of Huntingdon, Pennsylvania; Brothers, Peter T. Simpson and his wife Diana of B.C., Canada; James F. Simpson and his wife Cathy of Fairfax, Virginia; and Granddaughter, Emily J. Yohn.

Service: Family and friends may pay their respects from 7:00 - 8:30- p.m. Thursday, May 6, 2010 in the Heintzelman Funeral Home, Inc., 4906 Route 309, Schnecksville. A private graveside service shall be held at the convenience of the family at Heidelberg Union Church Cemetery, Slatington.

Contributions: In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of donor's choice in honor of Mark c/o the funeral home, P.O. Box # 196, Schnecksville, PA 18078-0196.