Howard High School Alumni
Ellicott City, Maryland (MD)
Robert James Simpson Obituary (1937 - 2023)
Born Sep 16, 1937, Robert James Simpson attended Howard High School in Ellicott City, MD. View the obituary, post a memory, or share a photo about Robert James Simpson.
| Graduation Year | Class of 1955 |
| Date of Birth | Sep 16, 1937 |
| Date of Passing | Jul 13, 2023 |
| About | Robert was a graduate of Howard High School. He served in the U.S. Air Force as an aircraft mechanic and after leaving the military joined the Maryland State Police. During his 23 years with MSP, he served as a Road Trooper before transferring to the aviation division where he flew medevac helicopters. After retiring from MSP as a sergeant in 1983, he spent 11 years flying for MedStar in Washington, D.C. Robert was a licensed pilot and instructor in both fixed wing aircraft and jet helicopters. He enjoyed skydiving, operating Amateur Radio and participating in Cycle Across Maryland (CAM) tours. He was an active member of the Maryland Troopers Association, Maryland State Police Alumni Association, Quiet Birdmen, and Experimental Aircraft Association, where he donated his time and services flying 360 Young Eagles who were pursuing their interests in flight. |
| Events | In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to either, The Gettysburg Barnstormers, c/o Treasurer Karen Radzai, 450 Shrivers Corner Road, Gettysburg, PA, 17325 or Maryland State Police Alumni Memorial Fund, 1750 S. Plantation Drive, Dunkirk, MD 20754 |
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