Lloyd Ernest Simpson, 78, died Feb. 11, 2017, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. He was born Aug. 22, 1938, in Los Angeles, Calif., the son of Arlie E. and Viola V. (Fleming) Simpson.

In 1956, Lloyd graduated from Hutchinson High School. He was a machinist for American Maplan in McPherson, served in the National Guard and was a member of New Hope Baptist Church, Hutchinson.

Survivors include: son, Robert Simpson of Hutchinson; daughter, Cindy Summers and husband Jason of Beaumont, Texas; granddaughters, Jennifer, Sarah and Robyn of Texas; a great-granddaughter, Bryanna of Texas; sister, Millie Hastings of Derby; and brother, Eugene Simpson of Olivehust, Calif. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 17, 2017, at Elliott Chapel, Hutchinson, with Jerry Fenwick presiding. A private burial will follow. Friends may call from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday at Elliott Mortuary. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice House, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.