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April 20, 2026

MARK SIMPSON, 74

Mark Simpson, 74, passed away Nov. 29, 2023, at Crest Haven Nursing Home.

Mark was born in 1949 in Philadelphia to Jack and Josan Simpson. He graduated in 1971 from Yale University, where he studied the sciences. Mark served as an officer in the United States Navy, which sent him to the Mediterranean, a place that left a lasting impression on him. 

Mark then started a printing business, worked in newspaper distribution and for a time owned a sporting goods store. Along with Greek food, Mark loved Ocean City, good books and science fiction movies, soccer and, of course, the Philadelphia Phillies.

Mark is predeceased by his parents and survived by his two sisters, daughter and grandchildren. Mark is further survived by step-children, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. 

Mark was laid to rest at the Cape May County Veterans Cemetery on Saturday, Dec. 9. Memorial donations may be made to your favorite veterans organization. Condolences may be offered at ingersollgreenwoodfh.com.

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